FAQs

  • We provide HR strategy and process guidance. Lawyers provide legal advice and representation. Most workplace issues can resolve without legal action, but benefit from expert HR navigation.

    The problem: most people contact lawyers too late or are unprepared. They don't know what details matter, what documentation they need, or whether their situation even has legal merit. By the time they get to a lawyer, critical evidence is missing or they've already said something that hurts their case.

    It’s hard to organize your thoughts when you’re stressed and dealing with crap at work, so that’s where we come in.

    We help you understand what's happening, gather the right information, and position yourself strategically before you need legal action. When your situation does require a lawyer, we connect you with specialists in our network If your situation requires legal action, we connect you with specialists in our network and provide them with the context and documentation you've prepared. At that point, your attorney takes over.

  • Yes. We provide the confidentiality that your company's HR literally isn't allowed to. All of our clients sign NDAs which provide further peace of mind. We have no relationship with your employer and no obligation to report anything you share. Your employer won't know you consulted with us unless you choose to tell them.

  • Investigation support requests are reviewed within 48 hours. Severance reviews are prioritized within 24 hours. Standard consultations are scheduled within 3-5 business days. If your situation is urgent, email us at help@privacounsel.com and an advocate will reach out within 1 business day.

  • Book a consultation. We'll assess your situation and recommend the right approach. No commitment required.

  • Yes. HR practices vary by state, and we account for those differences in our guidance. Our legal network covers all 50 states. While we don’t handle international cases today, we plan to expand in the near future.

  • No. That would defeat the purpose of being actually confidential. We coach you on how to handle those conversations yourself while protecting your position. Once you retain legal counsel, we remove ourselves from the process.

  • We adjust strategy as situations evolve. If your case escalates to require legal action, we coordinate the transition to an attorney in our network and provide them with context.

  • We offer a free initial consultation to assess your situation. Pricing is determined based on the scope and complexity of support you need, and whether you want to handle it with us, a legal resource, or DIY. You'll know the cost before committing to any service.

  • You explain your situation. We ask clarifying questions. We assess what's happening from an HR perspective and outline 2-3 strategic options. We discuss scope of support and provide transparent pricing. You decide if you want to move forward.

  • No. Once you retain legal counsel, we can't continue working with you. However, if you're considering hiring a lawyer but haven't retained one yet, we can help you prepare before you make that decision.