Navigating Household Staff: Legal, Tax, and HR Guidance for Families

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Employing household staff—whether nannies, caregivers, personal assistants, estate managers, or other domestic workers—comes with a complex web of legal, tax, and human resources responsibilities that many families are unprepared to navigate. Misclassifying workers, failing to comply with wage and hour laws, or mishandling employee benefits can expose families to significant liability and financial penalties. Join us for an essential conversation as leading experts in employment law, tax planning, and HR solutions come together to demystify the challenges of being a household employer. This collaborative webinar brings together Fisher Phillips, Withum, and Critical Path Solutions—trusted advisors who work extensively with high-net-worth individuals, artists, entertainers, and families managing household staff. Whether you currently employ household workers, are considering hiring domestic staff, or advise clients who do, this session will provide actionable insights to ensure legal compliance, minimize liability, and create positive employment relationships. In this session, you’ll learn: Legal Compliance Essentials Tax Obligations and Planning Employee Benefits Strategies HR Best Practices Real-World Scenarios This session is ideal for: Families currently employing or considering hiring household staff Estate planners, wealth managers, and family office professionals Artists, entertainers, athletes, and their management teams CPAs, tax advisors, and financial planners serving high-net-worth clients HR professionals and employment attorneys