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.
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.
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.
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
- HR hotline access
- 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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