Expert HR Leadership + Employment Law Expertise
One Team. One Price. Complete Peace of Mind.
The Challenge Growing Companies Face
Growing companies need sophisticated HR leadership, employment law compliance, and corporate general counsel guidance. But hiring full-time experts in each area is beyond most budgets, and current needs don't justify the cost.
Foley HR Solutions changes the equation entirely.
We provide startups, small, and medium-sized businesses with integrated access to three critical services through a single relationship:
- Fractional HR Services, Support & Leadership
- Employment Law Compliance & HR Risk Management
- Fractional Corporate General Counsel Guidance
What Makes Foley Fractional HR Solutions Different?
We Are the One that Combines HR and Legal
Pragmatic Solutions from Real Experience
Our decades of hands-on experience working with employers of all sizes across industries means we don't just know the theory—we've lived the reality. We provide client-tailored solutions that work in the real world, not just on paper.
The Complete Skillset
Effective HR leadership requires three core competencies: deep subject matter expertise, emotional intelligence to navigate complex human dynamics, and strategic vision to align people initiatives with business goals. Our team brings all three.
HR & Legal—Finally Connected
In most organizations, HR and Legal operate in silos, creating gaps, inefficiencies, and risk. With Foley HR Solutions, that disconnect doesn't exist. Your HR guidance and legal counsel come from the same team, ensuring seamless, consistent support.
Proven Track Record
We've been providing HR function oversight and risk management services for nearly 20 years—serving companies with employee counts ranging from three to several hundred. Our clients consistently extend engagements well beyond initial terms.
Your HR Challenges. Our HR Solutions.
We create convenience, efficiency, and a level of support that is not otherwise available.
“We need HR leadership, but a full-time hire doesn't fit our budget.”
Our Fractional model gives you access to experienced HR leadership at a fraction of the cost of a full-time employee—with deeper expertise than most single hires could provide.
“Our HR and Legal teams don't communicate effectively.”
That problem disappears when both functions come from the same source. We provide integrated HR strategy and legal compliance in perfect harmony.
“We need expertise tailored to our specific challenges.”
Generic HR solutions create generic results. We provide tailored guidance based on your industry, growth stage, culture, and specific organizational needs.
“We have urgent issues and need expert help immediately.”
Our Foley Fractional HR On-Call Triage Service gives you Virtual In-House HR support whenever issues arise—no waiting, no wondering if you're handling it correctly.
How We Work With Your Team
We offer three primary, flexible engagement models, each backed by our team of employment law attorneys:
Fractional HR On-Call Triage Service
Virtual In-House HR support via email and phone when issues arise. Get expert guidance exactly when you need it, without the overhead of a full-time employee. Fixed monthly fee well below competitor rates, with employment law attorney support backing every recommendation.
Project-Based Services
Fixed-fee engagements for specific initiatives. Examples include:
- HR Function Audits and Process Improvement
- Performance Management System Design
- Organizational Restructuring
- Compensation System Structure, Grades and Ranges
- Policy Development and Employee Handbook Creation
- Development and Implementation of a Positive Employee Relations Program
- Each project includes employment law attorney review and support for complete protection.
Retained Services
This is the service option that allows your team to outsource some or all of the duties and responsibilities of your internal HR function and leadership to our team – ranging from Generalist to Chief Human Resource Officer.
Defined scope of work over a 12-month or longer period for a fixed monthly fee—well below the cost of hiring a full-time employee. Create budget predictability and get ongoing strategic partnership with consistent support to meet your goals.
We wanted to find an external HR consulting group that would provide the depth and breadth of services even the most qualified solo HR person could not. Additionally, this company needed to be able to work with a small nonprofit with a 40-year history of a clear mission, vision, and values because context is everything.
I was very anxious when we knew we would have a vacancy for the HR Manager because I didn’t want there to be a gap in service to staff. I wanted a seamless transition, knowing it was a lot to ask. Well, I got my wish when I confirmed the contract with Foley and Foley! What I got in addition to all of that was almost immediate trust because of our prior knowledge and work with the firm.
I thought you should know how much we already value our partnership with Foley and Foley.
Senior Director of People and Culture, Non-profit - Massachusetts
We are a complex, multi-site, nonprofit organization and struggled for years looking for the best HR model for our organization. I can’t begin to express how our partnership with Foley & Foley for HR leadership and strategic guidance created such a number of benefits for us.
Our leadership team experienced great guidance and development from their very talented team of HR professionals and employment law experts. In addition to day-to-day operational support for HR functions, Mike and his team encouraged us to think more strategically about how we could impact the workplace and our culture.
To that end, a customized leadership development series was provided to our team that ranged in topics from talent acquisition to compliance with employment law requirements. It was extremely beneficial to our team. Their assistance in designing a new performance appraisal model also helped us in our efforts to create a culture of reward and recognition for our staff to grow and thrive. These initiatives are but two examples of what we experienced that made such a positive impact in our organization along with the excellent HR support and guidance from their team.
CEO, Community Health Center - Massachusetts
Throughout my experience as a Human Resources Manager, I observed a thoughtful and strategic approach to the HR function that consistently prioritized both organizational effectiveness and the employee experience. Rather than viewing HR simply as a compliance function, Foley and Foley approached it as a key driver of workplace culture, employee engagement, and sustainable organizational growth.
Their subject matter expertise in human resources was exceptional. From navigating complex employee relations matters to guiding my organization through progressive discipline processes, Foley and Foley demonstrated a strong command of employment law while also applying a practical, people-centered perspective. What stands out most with me is their emotional intelligence—the ability to manage sensitive workplace situations with fairness, empathy, and sound judgment. This balanced approach helped our organization address difficult issues while maintaining respect and dignity for employees.
Any organization seeking guidance will benefit greatly from Foley and Foley’s rare combination of legal expertise, HR knowledge, emotional intelligence, and strategic vision.
HR Manager, Non-Profit - Connecticut & Massachusetts
Foley & Foley’s work began with a comprehensive and thoughtful assessment of our Human Resources function, balancing compliance requirements with the operational realities of nonprofit healthcare. They brought immediate clarity to risk areas while simultaneously helping us reimagine HR as a strategic driver of culture, accountability, and organizational effectiveness.
What distinguishes Foley & Foley is the depth of their subject matter expertise across employment law, labor relations, and human resources operations, combined with their ability to translate that expertise into practical, real‑time solutions. Their guidance consistently places people, processes, and technology at the center of decision‑making, ensuring that HR infrastructure supports both mission delivery and workforce sustainability.
Their executive leadership support and senior leader coaching have been transformational. Foley & Foley partners effectively with executive teams, providing sound judgment, clear counsel, and steady leadership during complex employee relations matters and organizational change. Their approach strengthens leadership confidence while reinforcing personal accountability and consistent application of policy.
Equally important, Foley & Foley has helped us build modern HR infrastructure aligned with the evolving needs of a multi‑generational workforce. They understand the realities of today’s talent environment and have supported us in aligning HR operations with best practices in engagement, performance management, and organizational culture…Foley & Foley offers a rare combination of strategic vision, operational excellence, and trusted leadership.
CEO, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) - Massachusetts
Outsourcing our comprehensive HR functions to Foley & Foley has been an outstanding business decision, helping to streamline our processes and gain measurable efficiencies in our work. The support is always timely, accurate, and detailed. Our senior management team is universally thrilled with this arrangement. We are very grateful for this partnership and deeply appreciate the focused expertise and continued counsel for Foley & Foley.
President, Higher Education - Massachusetts
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About Foley & Foley, PC
Foley & Foley, PC provides comprehensive business legal services with a focus on practical, cost-effective solutions. Our fractional model delivers sophisticated legal expertise tailored to the needs of growing businesses. We combine strategic thinking with hands-on support to help you navigate legal challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
