Evans Law Group, PPLC
Welcome to Evans Law Group, PLLC. With experience in both public and private labor and employment issues, we can help any size employer navigate their HR needs. From statutory compliance, workplace investigations, handbook and policy review, wage and hour issues, HR due diligence, to defense of claims - we are here to help you.
Practice areas
HR Policies & Procedures
- Performance Management – Guidance on discipline, coaching, and termination readiness.
- Handbook/Policy Review & Drafting – Create and maintain compliant workplace policies.
Labor & Employment Statutory Compliance
- Wage & Hour Compliance – Avoid payroll violations and fines.
- Worker Classification – Correctly classify employees vs. independent contractors.
- Harassment & Discrimination Prevention – Reduce legal exposure through proactive practices.
- Statutorily Protected Leaves – Strategies for NYS and Federal leave compliance (NYSPSL, FMLA, ADA, etc.).
Risk Management & Training
- Compliance Audits – Identify gaps in HR policies and employment practices.
- Supervisor & Employee Training (Sexual Harassment) – Educate staff on workplace laws and best practices.
- Workplace Investigations – Conduct thorough investigations into complaints or misconduct.
Employment Defense & Litigation
- Litigation Representation – Defense in discrimination, harassment, and wage claims.
- Administrative Proceedings – Handle governmental investigations or agency claims.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Mediation & Arbitration – Resolve disputes efficiently outside of court.
- Settlement Negotiations – Strategically settle claims while minimizing exposure.
Business Formation & Corporate Compliance
- Entity Formation – LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and related filings.
- Corporate Governance – Bylaws, operating agreements, and board guidance.
- Shareholder & Board Relations – Protect interests and clarify roles.
Litigation & Advocacy
- Entity Formation – LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and related filings.
- Corporate Governance – Bylaws, operating agreements, and board guidance.
- Shareholder & Board Relations – Protect interests and clarify roles.
Onboarding & Offboarding Compliance
- Hiring & Onboarding – Offer letters, non-discriminatory hiring, and conditional hiring.
- Termination – Labor law and unemployment Insurance compliant termination letters.
Planning for the Future
- Estate Planning – Will drafting and Medicare/Medicaid compliant trusts.
- Planning for Incapacity – NYS compliant Power of Attorney and medical proxy.
Employment and Business Lawyer
About Evans Law Group, PPLC
We Can Help You or Your Business
How we can Help Your Business
Evans Law Group, PLLC is a business and employment defense firm for any size employer who needs trustworthy and experienced counsel - from startup to operation. We prioritize statutory employment compliance to minimize employment risk and legal exposure. When it comes to HR compliance, you have options. You can request a full HR due diligence and pin point the exact areas you are legally exposed. You may request specific representation such as, counsel concerning hiring or firing, handbook or policy review, or assistance with a workplace investigation. You may also request ongoing representation where we work day-to-day with you on your HR needs.
For employers who are already facing legal exposure we assist in navigating disputes and defense of claims. When your matter requires a larger team, we will coordinate with trusted referral sources to ensure you receive the proper representation at the appropriate time.
Don't wait until you are facing a lawsuit to learn your HR pitfalls. Get compliant today and contact us.
How we can Help You
As our firm expands so will our practice areas to include: estate planning services and civil litigation. Inquire today.