In the second installment of the Private Company Strategies podcast series, From Start-Up to Stand-Out, hosts Adam Diederich, Berin S. Romagnolo, and Sara Rosenberg are joined by AFS Partner Alexandra M. Romero to discuss essential employment law considerations for startups.

They cover federal, state, and local laws and regulations, with an emphasis on the importance of compliance, especially in a remote work environment. Our hosts also discuss the benefits of developing employment policies and practices early on.

Highlights of the conversation include:

• Understanding employment laws is crucial for startups.
• Consistently updating policies is necessary as the company grows.
• Federal laws set a baseline, but state and local laws may impose additional requirements.
• Remote work may complicate compliance with employment laws across jurisdictions.
• Training employees on policies is vital for compliance.