I will draft state specific employment contracts and employee handbooks
Licensed US Attorney: Premium Legal Drafting and Contract Review
About this Gig
Welcome. I am Barrett W. Francis, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #006829).
Employment and labor laws vary drastically by state. To protect your company from costly liabilities and misclassification penalties, you need professional HR documents that comply with your specific local jurisdiction.
This gig focuses strictly on drafting, reviewing, and redlining state-specific employment documents.
What I will draft for you:
- Comprehensive, state-specific Employee Handbooks
- Employment Contracts and Executive Offer Letters
- Independent Contractor Agreements (1099 compliance)
- Enforceable Non-Compete and Non-Solicit Agreements
- Severance Agreements and Remote Work Policies
How we will work together:
I will handle the complex legal document preparation so you can focus on growing your team. I will draft or redline your HR documents based on current state laws and deliver the finalized files directly to you. You will receive professional, ready-to-use templates that you can seamlessly distribute to your employees and use for all future hires.
Protect your business with compliant HR policies. Order now or message me to get started!
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
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Labor (employment)
Document type:
NDA
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Employment agreement
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Non-compete agreement
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FAQ
Why must my employee handbook be "state-specific"?
Employment laws vary drastically by state. A generic handbook can create liability. I draft state-compliant employee policies that align with your local jurisdiction's labor laws.
What is the difference between an employee and an independent contractor?
Misclassifying an employee can result in severe penalties. I draft precise Independent Contractor Agreements that clearly define the relationship for your internal records and compliance.
Are Non-Compete Agreements still legally enforceable?
This depends heavily on your state. I will draft restrictive covenants (Non-Compete, Non-Solicit) designed to be as enforceable as possible within your specific jurisdiction's limitations.
What policies are included in the Premium Employee Handbook?
It includes At-Will Employment declarations, Anti-Harassment policies, PTO/Leave policies, Code of Conduct, Disciplinary procedures, and state-mandated addendums.
Can you create a customized Remote Work policy?
Yes. With the rise of remote teams, businesses need clear guidelines on data security and working hours. This can be added to your handbook or drafted as a standalone document.
Will you review my company's current, outdated HR documents?
No. My services are strictly limited to drafting, reviewing, and redlining your HR documents. I do not provide ongoing legal representation or litigation services.
What if my employees work in multiple different states?
I will draft a core federal-compliant employee handbook and create state-specific addendums for the jurisdictions where your remote workers reside. Message me for a multi-state quote.
Can I use the employment contract for future hires?
Yes! I provide all HR documents in Word format. I design them as master templates, allowing you to seamlessly plug in new employee details for all future hires.
Do you communicate with my employees or HR department?
No. I communicate exclusively with you. I provide you with the finalized legal drafts, which you will then distribute to your employees internally.

