Welcome to
Scully & O'Leary

Do you Need Legal Advice on:

  • Employee handbooks;

  • Employment litigation strategy;

  • Hiring / termination / performance review decisions;

  • Policies or processes impacting your workforce;

  • Compliance requirements for organizations doing business in Massachusetts; or,

  • As an employee, how to access your employment benefits and/or medical and family leave options, or preparation for returning to work from leave?

Employment Law Services

Having legally-compliant policies and procedures not only protects business owners, but also supports your most valuable assets — the talented employees you wish to retain. You can have the best intentions and follow all the “rules” but still find yourself in a tough legal battle that distracts from your business operations.

Scully & O’Leary LLC is a distinguished employment law firm offering comprehensive compliance advice and training services that assist leadership teams with addressing legal requirements and employee management issues early and effectively. From policy and employee handbook reviews to guidance on management decisions and litigation strategy, our counseling advice will effectively support your decision makers in managing your workforce teams.

Clients Utilize our Employment Law Workshops to:

  • Train leadership to recognize key employment law considerations;

  • Educate decision makers on changes to policies and processes;

  • Collaborate on management decisions or improve performance review processes;

  • Assess compliance with applicable legal requirements together proactively; and

  • Understand and access employment benefits available for family and medical leave.

Contact us today to discuss your employment law needs.

Legal Counseling Services

Scully & O’Leary also offers impactful legal counseling for people trying to decide whether to pursue a claim and how to go about doing that. The time, energy, and financial investment required to address a challenge through a formal dispute warrants strategy decisions tailored to your situation. Furthermore, legal challenges are frequently associated with instances of personal crises, making problem solving extremely challenging. That’s where we come in. Whether it is a workplace disagreement, unexpected termination, requesting accommodations, or navigating a medical leave, we are well versed in all options available, and pride ourselves on thinking creatively in formulating a roadmap for advocacy.

We also consult with individuals and businesses on non-employment related legal disputes. Our advice touches upon many common issues where disagreements arise, such as: contract issues with service providers, landlord/tenant or neighborly disputes, and instances where you need to assert your (or a family member’s) rights during interactions with an insurance provider, disability policy administrator or public school district.

Our passion for advocacy connects us with clients in need of empathetic solution architects — people willing to help them research, identify their options for next steps, and encourage them to find their voice in the process. Our firm’s consulting work is a welcome bridge between the isolation of stressful personal crisis and taking formal legal action. If litigation is the best option for you, we may refer you to a specialist within our network.

We pride ourselves in offering comprehensive guidance to people in crisis so that they feel confident and supported in making decisions concerning their legal dispute or potential claim.

Examples of Legal Issues we Frequently Consult on:

  • Employee agreements and contract negotiations;

  • Family or medical leaves and/or workplace accommodation requests;

  • Unexpected terminations or lay-offs;

  • Disputes with vendors or contractors not completing a project or agreed-upon scope under the contract; and,

  • Strategy advice when dealing with a benefit provider (such as a disability benefit provider or government entity) or disagreement with the position of an insurance company.

Testimonials

  • “From help with operational procedures and creating our company handbook so that it fit our culture and goals, to strategic guidance on the most appropriate path on terminations, and everything in between—Jen’s advice has been crucial for our company’s growth. One thing I admire the most is this firm’s ability to evaluate complex legal issues while taking into consideration the risks to the employer and how the decisions affect all people involved. It's not just about the legalities, it's about the people and Scully & O’Leary gets that.”

    - R.W., Business Owner

  • “Scully & O’Leary reviewed my contract and helped me understand my options as well as provided critical feedback on my draft emails.  Their input helped me feel comfortable and confident in my argument and I ended up getting some money refunded! Both Jen and Meghan offer thoughtful and intentional legal advice and provide a quality of compassionate encouragement not found in many other legal counsel.”

    -J.M., Individual Consulting Client

  • “Scully and O’Leary was so helpful with fielding legal questions related to updating and formalizing our employee agreement. We’re looking forward to working on our policies and procedures manual next!”

    -A.L.D., Business Owner

  • “Jen listened to our challenges, explained the law and state codes, and helped us understand our options moving forward. She was professional, responsive, timely and when we needed it most, an empathetic listener. She made us feel heard and understood, and prepared us to confidently advocate for ourselves.”

    -M.G., Individual Consulting Client

  • "They are not only deeply knowledgeable and professional, but also clearly full of heart and soul. You can feel how much they genuinely care about making the world a little less intimidating—especially for individuals and small businesses who often feel overwhelmed by legal processes. Their thoughtful guidance and human-centered approach bring both clarity and comfort. I couldn’t recommend them more highly."

    -H.L.C., Business Owner

  • “I have asked Jen for legal guidance related to my family’s household employee, specifically the employment agreement, vacation time/wages, and navigating an extended medical leave. Each time, Jen shared direct and insightful information that answered our questions. Her explanations about our legal requirements and guidance on areas where employers often unintentionally create risk for themselves provided my family with very valuable insight into employee management. Jen also connected us with another attorney within her network when one of our issues required a specific specialty. Her genuine interest in problem solving with us was much appreciated!”

    -J.L., Employer

  • “During construction, my family experienced a nightmare with a kitchen appliance company, stealing thousands of dollars from us. With ease and understanding, Jen researched and guided us, providing several possible options for resolution. We went from being completely frustrated, betrayed, and helpless to feeling stronger, supported, and informed.”

    -L.H., Individual Consulting Client

  • “The Breastfeeding Parents workshop was thorough, informative, and a reassuring resource to help me plan my transition back to work! Not only did they cover what laws are in place to support this transition, but they also enlightened me to factors I hadn’t yet thought about as I plan for my return to work! They are knowledgeable, kind, and empathetic, and it was a joy to learn from them!”

    - Emma, Workshop Participant

  • “We came to Scully and O’Leary after consulting with other firms that were not able to assist us in navigating a complex insurance issue regarding reproductive health. We scheduled a consultation with Jen, and she listened with understanding and compassion as we explained our situation. After our initial conversation, Jen presented options to approach the issue. Once we landed on a plan, she got to work, including us in every step along the way. Jen crafted a strong legal document addressing all of our concerns, giving us confidence in advocating for ourselves. We highly recommend Scully and O’Leary to anyone in need of legal advice and support!”

    -P.W., Individual Consulting Client

  • “I specifically worked with Jen to help me during a challenging time. She not only provided clear insights into my legal options but also helped me understand the strength of my case and the process of finding suitable legal representation. With her network, she connected me with a great litigation lawyer. I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional support and guidance I received from Scully and O'Leary. Navigating the legal system can be overwhelming, but with their help, I felt informed and empowered every step of the way.”

    –L.D., Individual Consulting Client

  • MA PFML can be so confusing for families to navigate. Scully & O'Leary helped me better understand the MA PFML process and advocate for myself in the workplace as I went out on medical and bonding leave for the birth of my child. I hope more expecting parents use their services so they can access the leaves they need.

    Private Client & Workshop Participant

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