Transparent California HR Pricing

No surprises. Clear packages. California-focused value.

Choose Your California HR Support Level

All packages include California-specific guidance, compliance updates, and PAGA risk assessments

Monthly Retainer Packages

Bridge Essentials

$ 2,500 /month

Small Business (5-50 employees)

  • 10 hours of HR support/month
  • California-specific compliance updates
  • Priority email response
  • Annual PAGA risk review
  • 5 core California policy templates
  • Quarterly new hire review
  • Bi-annual wage statement audit
  • Termination checklist assistance

Effective rate: $250/hour

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Strategic Bridge

$ 5,000 /month

Mid-Market (50-200 employees)

Everything in Bridge Essentials, PLUS:

  • 20 hours of HR support (10 more)
  • Priority phone & email (upgrade)
  • Bi-annual PAGA risk review
  • Strategic Bridge+ Resource Library
  • Exclusive compliance calendar access
  • Quarterly handbook updates
  • Annual compliance audit
  • Manager training quarterly

Effective rate: $250/hour

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Executive Bridge

$ 8,500 /month

Premium HR Support

Everything in Strategic Bridge, PLUS:

  • 30 hours of HR support (10 more)
  • Dedicated HR consultant
  • Quarterly PAGA risk reviews
  • Custom policy development (up to 5/year)
  • Bi-annual compliance audits
  • Investigation support
  • Manager training & policy review

Effective rate: $283/hour + premium support

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Complete Bridge

$ 12,000 +/month

Strategic HR Partnership

Everything in Executive Bridge, PLUS:

  • 40 hours of HR support (10 more)
  • Fractional CHRO services
  • Quarterly PAGA reviews + on-demand monitoring
  • Unlimited custom policy development
  • Quarterly compliance audits
  • Full investigation services
  • Strategic HR planning
  • Multi-location support
  • Custom California HR programs

Custom pricing for your needs

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Hourly Consulting Rates

For businesses that prefer hourly support (No retainer required)

Standard HR Consulting

$225/hour

California HR guidance, policy review, handbook assistance, compliance questions

Senior HR Consulting

$250/hour

Complex projects, investigations, strategic planning, multi-location support

California Law Specialist

$275/hour

PAGA defense, AB 5 classification, complex FEHA matters, attorney coordination

Executive / CHRO

$350/hour

Fractional CHRO, board presentations, M&A due diligence, executive coaching

Note: Retainer packages offer better value (effective rate $250/hour + benefits) vs. hourly billing.

Project-Based Services

One-time California compliance projects available

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Need a One-Time Project?

Professional California compliance projects without a long-term commitment

Available Services:

California Employee Handbooks

Comprehensive, compliant handbooks

HR Compliance Audits

Full policy & practice review

PAGA Risk Assessments

Identify exposure & action plan

Harassment Training

AB 1825/2053 compliant training

Workplace Investigations

Neutral, thorough investigations

AB 5 Classification Reviews

Independent contractor analysis

Performance Management

Templates, policies & training

Compensation Studies

Market analysis & pay equity

Custom pricing based on your needs.
Every project is unique—pricing depends on company size, complexity, and timeline.

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Prefer to talk? Call us at (310) 853-2051

Why California Specialists Are Worth It

Expertise costs more—and saves more

Generic HR Consultant

$150-200/hour

What You Get:

  • Federal-only guidance
  • "I'm not sure about California law"
  • "You should talk to an attorney"
  • No PAGA expertise
  • Generalist approach

What You Risk:

  • $2.6M PAGA lawsuit (missed meal breaks)
  • $6,000 final paycheck penalty (1 employee)
  • $500K+ AB 5 misclassification (10 workers)

HR Bridge Partners

$225-350/hour

What You Get:

  • California-specific guidance
  • PAGA compliance expertise
  • AB 5, FEHA, CFRA mastery
  • Monthly California compliance calendar
  • Los Angeles based

What You Gain:

  • âś“ PAGA risk reduction strategies
  • âś“ Compliance guidance to minimize exposure
  • âś“ AB 5 classification support
  • âś“ Peace of mind

Proactive California compliance guidance can help reduce exposure to employment law risks.

Terms & Cancellation Policy

Transparent policies with no hidden fees

Monthly Retainer Cancellation Policy

  • 30-day written notice required: To cancel or downgrade your monthly retainer, provide written notice (email accepted to info@hrbridgepartners.com) at least 30 days in advance.
  • Final billing period: Your retainer will remain active through the final 30-day notice period. You continue to have full access to your retainer hours and services during this time.
  • Unused hours: Unused retainer hours do not convert to cash refunds upon cancellation. We encourage clients to use remaining hours during the notice period.
  • No cancellation fees: Month-to-month clients have no cancellation penalties or fees (beyond the 30-day notice requirement).
  • Annual prepayments: Annual prepaid retainers are non-refundable but may be transferred to project-based services (handbooks, audits, investigations, etc.) within 12 months of cancellation.

Upgrades & Downgrades

  • Upgrades: You can upgrade your retainer package at any time. We'll prorate the difference and adjust your hours immediately—no waiting period.
  • Downgrades: Downgrades require 30-day written notice, same as cancellations. Your current package remains active during the notice period.
  • Hour rollovers: When upgrading, any rolled-over hours from your previous package will transfer to your new package.

Pricing FAQs

Do retainers roll over?

Unused hours roll over for up to 3 months, then expire. Most clients use all their hours due to California's complexity.

Can I upgrade my package?

Yes! Upgrade anytime. We'll prorate the difference and adjust your hours immediately.

What if I go over my hours?

Additional hours billed at your package rate ($225-275/hour depending on package). Or upgrade to the next tier.

Do you offer discounts?

Yes! 10% discount for annual prepayment on Strategic Bridge, Executive Bridge, and Complete Bridge packages. Non-profit organizations receive 15% discount on Strategic Bridge and above. Note: Bridge Essentials does not qualify for discounts.

What's included in the Compliance Calendar?

Track California employment law changes: minimum wage increases, new laws, PAGA updates, posting deadlines, and training requirements. Included with Strategic Bridge ($5,000/month) and above.

Do you work with companies outside California?

We focus exclusively on California compliance, and our practice is dedicated to California businesses. This allows us to provide deep expertise in PAGA, FEHA, AB 5, and other California-specific requirements that are significantly different from other states.

What is your cancellation policy?

30-day written notice required. To cancel or downgrade your monthly retainer, provide written notice (email accepted) 30 days in advance. Your retainer will remain active through the final 30-day period. Unused hours do not convert to cash refunds. Annual prepayments are non-refundable but transferable to project-based services. No cancellation fees for month-to-month clients.

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