Strategic HR Counsel Designed to Mitigate Risk and Protect Your Business

At Clarus, we provide comprehensive HR audit, HR compliance, and HR consulting services for employers based in California. As experienced employment lawyers and HR professionals, we understand that workplace issues can quickly escalate into costly legal disputes. Our approach is proactive, practical, and grounded in real-world business operations. Whether you’re a growing company or an established organization, our team delivers tailored solutions that align your workforce practices with California’s complex employment laws. Through our HR consulting in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego we help employers identify vulnerabilities, strengthen internal processes, and foster compliant, well-managed workplaces. 

Comprehensive HR Audit California Services

A thorough HR audit for California employers can rely on is the foundation of effective risk management. Our audits are designed to identify compliance gaps before they result in liability. 

We conduct detailed reviews of your organization’s: 

• Wage and hour practices, including classification and overtime compliance  

• Employee handbooks, policies, and workplace procedures  

• Hiring, onboarding, and termination processes  

• Leave of absence policies and ADA accommodations  

• Recordkeeping and documentation protocols  

• Internal complaint and workplace investigation procedures  

Our audit process is methodical and evidence-driven. We not only evaluate whether policies exist, but we consider whether they’re implemented consistently and defensibly. Following the audit, we provide clear, actionable recommendations prioritized by risk level. For employers concerned about exposure under California’s strict labor laws, including PAGA claims, our HR audits provide a critical layer of protection. 

HR Compliance Solutions Built for California Employers

Maintaining ongoing HR compliance in California requires more than static policies, it demands continuous oversight and strategic alignment with evolving regulations. 

As part of our HR Attorney services, we advise employers on: 

• Compliance with California wage and hour laws  

• Anti-harassment, discrimination, and retaliation policies  

• Employee classification and independent contractor analysis  

• Leaves of absence, disability accommodations, and interactive process obligations  

• Drafting and updating employment agreements and workplace policies  

• Responding to employee complaints and internal issues  

With our advice and counsel we work closely with your leadership and HR teams to ensure that compliance measures are both legally sound and operationally effective. 

HR Consulting in Los Angeles, Orange County & San Diego

Our HR consulting in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego are designed to support employers at every stage of growth. We function as an extension of your internal team, providing on-demand legal and HR expertise without the overhead of full-time staff. 

Our consulting services include: 

• Day-to-day HR advisory support  

• Employee relations guidance and conflict resolution  

• Policy development and implementation  

• Performance management strategies  

• Organizational structure and workforce planning  

For companies without a dedicated HR department, we offer a cost-effective alternative that ensures compliance and consistency. For organizations with existing HR teams, we provide strategic legal oversight and support on complex employee matters.