Handbooks and Policies

Littler helps employers ensure that their policies and procedures are consistent with the organization’s goals and corporate culture, as well as in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Handbooks and Employment Policies

At a time when the legal landscape is rapidly changing and governmental agencies are stepping up enforcement activities, it is more important than ever for employers to have strategic advice and counsel to navigate complex compliance challenges.

For over eighty years, Littler has been a trusted strategic partner for clients during uncertain times. The firm’s handbooks and policies team has the subject matter knowledge and experience employers need to ensure their employment policies and procedures are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, while remaining consistent with your mission, vision and values.

Our experience has shown that employers who adopt a proactive approach to managing compliance risk in their employment policies and procedures minimize their legal exposure and mitigate against costly litigation and reputational harm.

Key Capabilities

Experienced Littler attorneys help employers design and implement policies, including multi-jurisdictional policies, covering a wide array of topics, including:

  • Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment
  • Reasonable Accommodation

    (e.g., Disability, Religious, Pregnancy and Crime Victim)

  • Standards of Conduct
  • Drug-free Workplace
  • Workplace Violence
  • Personal Appearance and Dress Codes
  • Remote Work
  • Meal and Rest Breaks
  • Overtime
  • Vacation / PTO
  • Other Time Off

Based on decades of experience working with clients of all sizes and industries, Littler attorneys are well-equipped to craft employment policies and procedures reflecting cutting edge legal developments, capturing the nuances of state and local law, and addressing the day-to-day operational needs of our clients’ businesses.

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Let us know how we can help with handbooks and policies for your workplace.