Independent, attorney-backed HR and employment compliance support — built for franchise networks to support operational independence, clear boundaries, and proactive compliance.
Franchise systems face a compliance challenge no other business type does: franchisors must protect their brand from legal and compliance risk while keeping franchisees operationally independent. myHRcounsel is built for this dynamic — giving each side of the system exactly what they need.
Unlimited attorney access, essential HR documents, proactive compliance support, and a full resource library — all in one affordable flat-fee subscription.
Submit HR questions through the portal and get a response from a licensed employment attorney within 2 hours during business hours.
2-Hour ResponseAttorneys build a franchise employee handbook based on federal and state requirements — plus the core HR policies needed to run compliant operations.
State-SpecificThe full library of documents needed to run compliant operations — job descriptions, offer letters, termination letters, separation agreements, performance forms, required notices, and more. All attorney-drafted and ready to use.
Ready to UseA library of hundreds of attorney-reviewed guides, checklists, and templates — organized by topic and employment stage. Covers hiring, onboarding, compliance, discipline, and termination. Includes the Document Center, Employment Posters, and your HR Compliance Score.
Always AvailableEmployment law changes constantly. We monitor federal and state developments and send timely alerts and guidance before effective dates — so franchisees stay current without having to track it themselves.
ProactiveAdvice is delivered by licensed attorneys and protected by attorney-client privilege — a meaningful layer of confidentiality that HR software and consulting services don’t provide.
ConfidentialTopics Covered
Whether you want to make myHRcounsel available system-wide or offer it as a recommended resource, we have a partnership structure that fits your franchise system’s goals.
“myHRcounsel enables our franchisees to have access to reliable third-party HR legal expertise that reduces their risk and simplifies the sometimes complex people side of the business.”
“Human resources can be a complicated function for small businesses. Having access to on-demand legal support from myHRcounsel offers heightened peace of mind to our franchise owners who have busy operations that are both client- and employee-centric.”
“myHRcounsel was the obvious choice when it came to choosing a partner for our franchise network. The ability to speak with a legal professional in a lightning quick manner was something we couldn’t pass up.”
“myHRcounsel is an invaluable tool. When I’m looking to understand the legality or risks of potential HR actions, it is reassuring to know that I can rely on this legal team for guidance. Just like their website stated, I received responses within 2 hours, and those responses provided clear explanations I could act on.”
“myHRcounsel has become an essential part of how we operate. Having immediate access to reliable legal guidance gives me confidence that we’re making the right decisions for our team and our clients. Their responses are fast, clear, and actionable.”
“myHRcounsel has been an invaluable resource for our small business, providing exceptional support from both legal and HR perspectives. Their immediate accessibility, combined with clear and thoughtful responses, has expertly guided us through challenges unique to the wellness industry.”
“Being a new business owner, I wasn’t sure where to turn when I needed legal advice, but myHRcounsel made it so simple. Within minutes, I was connected to a knowledgeable lawyer who answered all my questions and helped me feel confident about my next steps.”
“If you are a franchisee or a franchisor you need to check myHRcounsel out. We use them in one of our brands and they are amazing and so valuable in the staffing world we live in today.”
“As a multi-state franchisor, we understand the importance of providing our franchisees with a comprehensive HR and legal resource. We’re proud of our partnership with myHRcounsel and feel confident in what they bring to our system.”
“myHRcounsel enables our franchisees to have access to reliable third-party HR legal expertise that reduces their risk and simplifies the sometimes complex people side of the business.”
“Human resources can be a complicated function for small businesses. Having access to on-demand legal support from myHRcounsel offers heightened peace of mind to our franchise owners who have busy operations that are both client- and employee-centric.”
“myHRcounsel was the obvious choice when it came to choosing a partner for our franchise network. The ability to speak with a legal professional in a lightning quick manner was something we couldn’t pass up.”
“myHRcounsel is an invaluable tool. When I’m looking to understand the legality or risks of potential HR actions, it is reassuring to know that I can rely on this legal team for guidance. Just like their website stated, I received responses within 2 hours, and those responses provided clear explanations I could act on.”
“myHRcounsel has become an essential part of how we operate. Having immediate access to reliable legal guidance gives me confidence that we’re making the right decisions for our team and our clients. Their responses are fast, clear, and actionable.”
“myHRcounsel has been an invaluable resource for our small business, providing exceptional support from both legal and HR perspectives. Their immediate accessibility, combined with clear and thoughtful responses, has expertly guided us through challenges unique to the wellness industry.”
“Being a new business owner, I wasn’t sure where to turn when I needed legal advice, but myHRcounsel made it so simple. Within minutes, I was connected to a knowledgeable lawyer who answered all my questions and helped me feel confident about my next steps.”
“If you are a franchisee or a franchisor you need to check myHRcounsel out. We use them in one of our brands and they are amazing and so valuable in the staffing world we live in today.”
“As a multi-state franchisor, we understand the importance of providing our franchisees with a comprehensive HR and legal resource. We’re proud of our partnership with myHRcounsel and feel confident in what they bring to our system.”
Ready to see how it works for your franchise system?
Schedule a DemoWe work across all franchise industries — and whether you’re navigating rapid expansion into new states, managing an employee-heavy brand where compliance risk is real, or building the HR infrastructure for your growing network, myHRcounsel is built to support your brand’s unique needs.
Joint employer risk refers to the possibility that a franchisor could be considered a legal employer of a franchisee’s employees if the franchisor becomes too involved in day-to-day employment decisions. This can create legal exposure for wage and hour claims, discrimination issues, leave laws, hiring practices, terminations, and other employment-related matters.
That’s why many franchise systems provide HR and employment compliance resources through independent third-party partners like myHRcounsel. Franchisees receive consistent, attorney-backed guidance while the franchisor maintains clear operational boundaries — reducing risk and protecting the brand.
Fran-Comply™ is myHRcounsel’s system-wide program that makes ASK HR™ available to every franchisee in the network as an independent third-party resource — giving each franchisee direct access to employment attorneys, attorney-drafted documents, and proactive compliance updates.
For the franchisor, Fran-Comply™ includes more than just franchisee coverage. myHRcounsel also works with HQ teams and field staff to help them understand joint employer boundaries and maintain appropriate operational separation. Custom-built resources developed for your brand’s context are made available as a resource to the network — so franchisees get relevant, practical guidance rather than generic templates. Because franchisees across a system often face similar challenges, myHRcounsel is able to develop relevant resources and content for the network over time.
The result: stronger brand consistency, reduced joint employer exposure, fewer HR escalations to corporate, and a differentiated franchisee benefit for your network.
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