Adding Attorneys to Your Practice in Various States

Does your law firm operate in multiple states? If so, you’re well aware of the strict guidelines that come alongside practicing law in each particular court system. Each US state has its own court system and sets its own rules for bar admission, which can lead to different admission standards among states. For the owner of a law firm trying to grow his/her business and add employees in multiple states, this process can quickly become a headache.

You may be thinking “I should simply hire an attorney that is already admitted to the bar in whatever state I’m looking to do business in.”  That will certainly save you some time from having to ensure an existing employee can pass the bar in the new state, and then relocate to serve the clients of that state.

But, bar admissions aside, adding an employee in a new state comes with its own laundry list of HR and compliance-related tasks. Each state has its own reporting requirements surrounding new hires.

Did you know that PEOs can eliminate half of the burden?  Through the co-employment relationship, the owner of a law firm focuses on growing his/her business, and the PEO manages all compliance and HR administration.

PEOs provide integrated services to effectively manage employer risks for law firms. PEOs help offset certain risks to their clients’ businesses by contractually assuming certain employer rights, responsibilities, and risk.

A PEO will provide guidance on employment regulations and reporting requirements in addition to answering any questions regarding hiring, firing, compliance and recruitment. They will also put together employee handbooks and employment procedure manuals for your new employees.

If your practice is interested in expanding and operating in multiple states, contact Employer Solutions Plus first. You may be able to eliminate an HR headache before it ever exists!  Employer Solutions Plus provides critical information to business owners regarding new hires and PEO support.