Let's do this differently! 

In 2023, after all we've been through, there's no reason for companies to accept employment law services that are provided the same way they have been provided for decades. We don’t live in that world anymore! 

And there's no reason for employment lawyers like me to provide our services the same way as we've done in the past either. We can do better.

In my 25+ years of being an employment lawyer and HR advisor, I've seen many different models for how to provide employment law and HR services. I know what works and what doesn't. And I know that the things that will make you happy to receive (and even pay for!) my employment law/HR help are the same things that will make me happy to give you that help! If you need employment law/HR help, let’s talk about how to give your challenge a modern solution.

 

Services

  • Consultation/Advice

    This is the bread and butter of my practice, and what many of my clients rely on me for the most. I'm the guy on the other end of the phone or email when you face the day-to-day challenges (OK, sometimes "crises" is the better word!) that come with being in HR. In my 10 years of litigating employment law cases for the defense, and my 10-plus more years counseling and advising hundreds of companies and keeping them out of trouble, I'm pretty confident you won't find another employment lawyer who has seen more than I have!

  • Employment Policies/Agreements/Handbooks

    If you're in HR, you've heard sayings like "document, document, document" or "if it isn't documented, it didn't happen" or other similar sayings. While drafting effective and legally helpful employment policies, agreements, handbooks, and other employment-related documents isn't one of the sexiest parts of HR (not surprising with so many other sexy parts of HR to compete with!), it is truly one of the fundamentals that a good HR person must get right. Let me help!

  • Training

    See those topics listed to the right under "Practice Areas?" I can provide high-quality, engaging training on any of those topics. I'm also happy to discuss with you which topics should be prioritized for your company, based on employee count, location, industry, culture, and other factors. Both live and virtual training options are available.

  • Legal Representation

    This is the service we both hope you don't need from me! But if you find yourself on the receiving end of an EEOC charge, Utah Labor Commission charge, U.S. Department of Labor investigation, demand letter, etc., I can explain the process, potential liability, and options for you, and, when necessary, represent and defend you aggressively and effectively throughout the process.

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Our Recent News

  • Bob Coursey Speaks with CHRO at Thread, Scott Mastley on Vaccine Mandate

    For many businesses, COVID-19 has been more than a disruption since it came on the scene early last year. Now nearly two years later, we are still dealing with the repercussions of the virus. With the new government mandate surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine, many businesses with 100+ employees are facing a new battle. Scott Mastley, CHRO at Thread, and Bob Coursey, Employment Attorney at Modern Age Employment Law, answering your questions.

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  • Getting to Know Bob Coursey of Modern Age Employment Law

    I can very clearly point to my taking a class in my second year of law school called "Employment Discrimination" as the event that led me on the path that I'm still on. I loved a lot of my law school classes, but when I took this class, everything clicked for me. I knew what I wanted to do as a lawyer. I sought and ended up getting offered a job right out of law school with Fisher Phillips, one of the country's biggest and best employment law firms.

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  • I’m fascinated by what makes an ad effective.

    I’m fascinated by what makes an ad effective. I realized this about myself in my late teens/early 20s. Like most people, this was the time in my life when I became, at least legally speaking, an adult, and started thinking about what the hell I was going to do for a career. For me, this period coincided with my peak Stephen King fandom years. So perhaps unsurprisingly, my first stab at picking a “real” job was to be “a writer.”

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  • Client Testimonials

    “Bob is well respected and recognized throughout the state and he has earned this respect through many years of solid counsel, guiding leaders through difficult employment law challenges. I have found that collaborating with him to find the best path forward is not only a valuable resource, but a huge comfort as well, having him in our corner. His knowledge base regarding employment law has always been a great help, not only for myself, but also to our HR team and other leaders within our organization.

    Bob always has a smile, whether it is in person or on the phone and he is always happy to help. All of these attributes make Bob the perfect person to reach out to when you don’t know how to resolve that complicated issue on your own.”

    Dave Nuttall, Senior Manager-Employee Relations, Ultradent Products, Inc.

  • Client Testimonials

    "Bob is the best Employment Law Attorney I’ve had the pleasure of working with. His knowledge and skill is unlike anyone else in his field which led to him becoming my preferred contact regarding highly complex employment law and employee relation situations. I trust Bob to provide keen solutions that will lead to the best possible outcomes. Saying that Bob is an asset is an understatement and anyone lucky enough to work with him understands that."

    Amber Parr, HR Manager, American Research Bureau

  • Client Testimonials

    “The advice I sought from Bob was always tempered with the organization's practice/policies and employment law at the time. I leaned on his council heavily during my tenure as HR Director for Glenwild Golf Club & Spa. The world of hospitality and luxurious amenities attracted a very broad range of employees and job functions who served discriminating preferences and particularized members' requests with high expectations. Bob not only provided options and suggestions but also recommendations for some of the challenging employee relations issues. He helped me navigate challenges and always had excellent follow-through. I would highly recommend Bob Coursey for HR and employment law issues.”

    Cherie Ashe, HR Generalist, Park City Municipal Corporation