Employment terminations and disciplinary actions remain among the most common triggers for workplace disputes and litigation. For attorneys advising employers, understanding how to navigate these high-risk moments is essential. This CLE course examines the legal standards that govern performance management and discipline, offering tools to help your clients reduce the likelihood of discrimination claims and other liability.

Through this program, you’ll explore the statutes and legal doctrines that shape termination decisions, with special attention to federal anti-discrimination protections and the limits of employment-at-will. The session will also address practical measures attorneys can recommend—from policy drafting and enforcement to documentation techniques and termination protocols—that strengthen employer defenses and improve outcomes in litigation.