Employment law primarily • Management-side only • Responsive counsel when you need it
The Agile Alternative to Big Firm Employment Law
Your business needs employment law counsel that's responsive, practical, and cost-effective. But you're stuck between two bad options: expensive big firms where you never talk to the same attorney twice, or general practice lawyers who dabble in employment law. There’s a better way.
Foley & Foley provides specialized, management-side employment counsel with partner-level attention in every matter. We combine the deep expertise of national firms with the accessibility and efficiency they can't match. No associates learning on your dime. No bureaucracy. No conflicts.
Think of us as your virtual general counsel for all employment matters.
- Experienced Lawyer on Every Call: You work directly with experienced employment attorneys, not junior associates. When you call, we answer.
- Licensed in Multiple States: One firm, one relationship—whether you operate in one state or across the country. Multi-state employment law simplified.
- Proactive, Not Just Reactive: Our On-Call Counsel service means we're there before problems become lawsuits. Prevention is always cheaper than defense.
Integrated Employment Law, HR and Corporate Counsel for Your Business
Foley Integrated Risk Management Solutions
Your Organization Deserves Better Than Patchwork Protection
Foley Integrated Risk Management Solutions for Employers Brings Together Employment Law, HR Expertise and Leadership, and Corporate Counsel Under One Roof – So You Can Focus on Your Other Priorities.
We Know the Challenge Your Team is Facing
Running a business, whether for- or not-for-profit, is complicated enough. But when legal issues arise, HR challenges emerge, or corporate decisions need guidance, most organizations face a frustrating reality: They’re juggling multiple advisors who don’t talk to each other.
There is a better way!
The Foley Difference: Integration that Actually Works
Since 2007, we’ve watched thousands of employers in all industries struggle with fragmented risk management. We’ve seen the gap it creates and the problems it causes, so we built something different.
Foley Integrated Risk Management solutions for employers of all sizes combines three essential services into one seamlessly coordinated partnership:
- Employment law advice, counsel and advocacy – Expert legal guidance for workplace compliance, disputes and strategic planning.
- Fractional HR Solutions – Professional HR support tailored to your needs without the cost of a hire.
- Fractional Corporate General Counsel Solutions – Comprehensive legal counsel for contract, governance, transactions and corporate matters.
The result? Proactive protection, instead of reactive firefighting. One team that knows your business, anticipates your needs, and provides consistent, coordinated guidance across every risk area.
Why Integration Matters
Consistency: When your legal and HR teams are actually the same team, your policies, procedures and responses are always aligned. No more contradictory advice and confusion about who is handling what.
Licensed in Multiple States: One firm, one relationship—whether you operate in one state or across the country.
Efficiency: One relationship. One onboarding process. One point of contact who understands the full picture of your business. Less time managing outside professional services means more time effectively managing your organization.
Proactive Protection: Integrated services means we spot potential issues before they become problems. Your employment lawyer and HR advisor aren’t working in silos – they are collaborating on your behalf every day.
Cost-Effectiveness: Get enterprise-level protection at a fraction of the cost. Our fractional model means you only pay for what you need, when you need it – but you always have comprehensive coverage.
Peace of Mind: Stop worrying about whether all your advisors are on the same page. With Foley Integrated Risk management Solutions, they are not only on the same page – they are working from the same playbook.
Workplace Law Solutions
A legal toolkit for your business—our workplace law solutions were developed to save you valuable time and resources. From toolkits and HR training to audits, checklists, and assessments, we have you covered.
Representation & Litigation
Representing employers nationwide—Foley & Foley provides comprehensive legal counsel and representation for employment matters, workplace compliance, labor relations, and all aspects of litigation.
Fractional HR Solutions
Fully integrated HR solutions—Foley & Foley offers services for all your human resources needs, including on-call triage service, audits, program development & implementation, CHRO duties, and more.
Fractional Corporate General Counsel
Corporate general counsel without the overhead—We work as part of your team, providing legal support, anticipating issues, managing risk, and helping you stay focused on running and growing your business.
Employment Counsel On-Call™ – Your Employment Law Insurance Policy
Most businesses can't afford full-time in-house employment counsel. But employment law issues don't wait for your schedule. Our On-Call Counsel service gives you immediate access to experienced employment attorneys when you need them—not three days later.
Call with questions on:
- Terminations and disciplinary actions
- Harassment or discrimination complaints
- FMLA and accommodation requests
- Wage and hour compliance
- Policy interpretation
- Investigation guidance
- Any issue that arises in your workplace
Get answers from a senior lawyer, working exclusively in workplace law. Same day. Every time.
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Comprehensive Employment Law Services
We handle the full spectrum of employment law matters for businesses of all sizes—from daily HR questions to complex litigation.
Preventive Counsel
- Employee handbooks and policies
- Compliance audits
- Training and education
- Employment Counsel On-Call Triage Service
- Risk assessment
Day-to-Day Guidance
- Hiring and termination decisions
- Performance management
- Leave and accommodation requests
- Wage and hour questions
- Workplace investigations
Strategic Matters
- Non-compete and confidentiality agreements
- Employment contracts
- Equity and inclusion programs
- Position classification
- Severance negotiations
Litigation Defense
- EEOC and MCAD charges
- Federal and state court defense
- Wage and hour claims
- Class action defense
- Administrative hearings
Why Businesses Choose Foley & Foley
We’re Specialized
Employment law exclusively since 2007. We represent employers. Exclusively. This is all we do, which means we see patterns, anticipate issues, and solve problems faster than general practice attorneys.
We’re Accessible
Direct access to seasoned employment lawyers who know your business. Not junior associates. Not a different attorney every call. You get experienced counsel who understand your industry, your culture, and your risk tolerance.
We’re Efficient
Virtual by design, not by accident. Our remote model means lower overhead than brick and mortar firms—and we pass that efficiency to you. No commute time. No downtown office rent. Just smart employment law counsel at boutique rates.
We’re Experienced
Representing management exclusively for decades. Our team has decades of experience defending employers. We've seen it all, handled it all, and prevented most of it.
We’re Nationwide
We represent businesses nationwide with no conflicts. Whether you're a Massachusetts manufacturer, a New York non-profit or a multi-state employer, we handle your employment matters seamlessly across jurisdictions.
Nationwide Experience Across Industries
We serve employers of all sizes in virtually every sector:
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Hospitality & Tourism
Manufacturing & Distribution
Technology & Professional Services
Retail & Consumer Goods
Nonprofit Organizations
Financial Services
Education & Research
Operating in multiple states? We understand multi-state compliance—it's the majority of our practice.
Management-Side Counsel | Trusted by Businesses Nationwide
What Our Clients Say
We operate in six states and used to work with different employment attorneys in each. Foley & Foley handles everything—Massachusetts to California. One firm, one relationship, consistent guidance.
CEO - Healthcare Services Company
When we have an employee situation, we need answers fast. I always get a callback the same day, usually within an hour. That responsiveness alone is worth the relationship.
HR Director - Manufacturing
We were paying a Boston firm twice what we pay Foley & Foley for better service. No bureaucracy, no surprise bills, just practical advice from attorneys who know our business.
COO - Technology Startup
They don’t just react to problems—they help us avoid them. The On-Call service is like having an employment lawyer on staff without the six-figure salary.
Director - Nonprofit Organization
Leadership Built on Decades of Management-Side Experience
Michael E. Foley | Founder
Nearly 40 years representing employers in all aspects of employment and labor law. In-house and private law practice. Former equity partner and Chairman of Labor Relations and Employment Litigation practice groups at major New England firms. Former General Counsel for Employment Affairs for an award-winning healthcare system.
Lizanne (Elizabeth) Foley | Managing Partner
Decades advising employers on personnel, discrimination, union matters, and all facets of the employment relationship. Extensive experience in both litigation and preventive counseling.
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