October Hear it Here - 2019

Name: October Hear it Here - 2019

Date: October 3, 2019

Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

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Event Description:

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What’s In Your Handbook? Drafting Policies Which Focus on Workplace Diversity, Inclusion and Safety
Your handbook plays an important role in establishing the tone and culture of the workplace, and few policies are as important a signal to employees as those covering diversity, inclusion, and safety. During our session, experienced attorneys will explore the concepts behind non-discrimination and workplace safety and how policies should be drafted to comply with the law. Effective policies should not only offer a commitment to an inclusive work environment, but also provide guidance for how employees can report concerns and have confidence that they will be promptly addressed. You will come away with drafting tips to help ensure the handbook is a helpful and supportive resource.

About the Speakers:

Susan E. Schorr
Susan is an attorney at McLane Middleton who finds solutions to legal questions and challenges faced by employers and independent schools, and manages investigations when serious misconduct is alleged. Grounded in thorough legal analysis, she offers practical advice and responsiveness. With a background as a social worker and current trustee of several non-profit organizations herself, Susan approaches client challenges in a holistic and detail-oriented manner.

Laura McKelligott Kahl
Laura is an attorney at McLane Middleton who counsels employers on managing and minimizing risk in employee matters such as hiring, discipline and termination of employees, wage and hour issues, classification of employees and independent contractors, claims of discrimination and harassment, and restrictive covenants. She works with employers to maintain compliance with state and federal employment laws, and assists employers with workplace policies and procedures.

What's Hear it Here?
Looking to better understand community initiatives and challenges in Manchester? The GMC is the place to hear it here first! Our “Hear it Here” program features conversations on community issues and challenges with experts, along with strategies for how the business community can become more involved in positive change. Join us to learn about current developments affecting our community – and “hear it here” at the GMC!

Lunch will be provied by 900 Degrees!