Thursday Jun 18, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
June 18th , 12 - 1:00 p.m.
Zoom
Many times, HR challenges can be handled before they even arise by having clearly written and consistently applied policies for the organization. These range from the simple, such as how PTO will be handled upon an employee’s departure, to the complex, like the basis for employee discipline. In part three of our Reducing Legal Risk in the Workplace series you will hear best practices for creating an employee handbook and policies that reflect the way your organization actually operates.
Join Jenna Shives, Employment & Labor Attorney, as she shares valuable insight to:
· Review employee handbooks and policies for alignment with actual organizational practices.
· Analyze organizational policies for consistent application and associated risk.
· Apply documentation best practices to support effective employee and HR functions.
Plus, earn 1 hour of continuing education credit from SHRM and HRCI.
Meet Our Speaker:
Jenna Shives
Labor & Employment Attorney
Jenna Shives represents clients in employment disputes, commercial litigation, environmental litigation, and appellate matters. She has also counseled professionals in licensure matters before Indiana regulatory bodies, offering insight into the intersection of employment law and professional standards.
In addition to her wide variety of litigation work, Jenna advises employers on compliance with federal and state employment laws and provides strategic guidance on government investigations. Her experience includes navigating complex regulatory requirements, mitigating risk, and developing practical solutions to help businesses maintain compliance and foster positive workplace environments. Jenna also advises clients on issue of data privacy compliance and litigation.
