At Alden & Prescott, we understand that making difficult employment decisions is an inevitable part of managing a business. Whether it's planning a strategic downsizing, navigating severance negotiations, or ensuring compliance with complex labor laws, our mission is to protect your company from legal risk while supporting your long-term success.
Alden & Prescott is proud to support companies of all sizes—from startups to multinational enterprises—through times of transition and uncertainty
At Alden & Prescott, our multidisciplinary team combines legal precision, strategic HR insight, and financial acumen to provide your business with complete protection and guidance during workforce transitions
Daniel is the visionary behind Alden & Prescott, with over 20 years of experience in corporate law, HR strategy, and risk management. He founded the firm with a mission to bridge legal excellence and practical business strategy during times of organizational change. Daniel has advised senior executives, boards, and in-house legal teams on large-scale layoffs and mergers
- Daniel Alden Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer
Marcus is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) with a background in organizational restructuring and change management. He has guided dozens of companies through complex layoffs while preserving morale and minimizing litigation risk. His approach combines empathy with regulatory compliance
- Marcus Prescott Co-founder & Director of Human Resources Strategy
Sarah is a Chartered Professional Accountant with a decade of experience in financial auditing, risk modeling, and severance budgeting. She helps clients assess the financial impact of terminations, negotiate cost-efficient packages, and navigate bankruptcy-related employment obligation
- Sarah Almeida, CPA Director of Financial Risk and Compliance
Jonathan is a veteran employment lawyer with over 25 years of litigation and advisory experience. Known for his strategic thinking and courtroom presence, he has successfully defended corporations in complex wrongful dismissal and harassment cases. Jonathan also advises on regulatory compliance and employer obligations under bankruptcy
- Jonathan E. Whitman Principal Legal Advisor
Emily brings over 15 years of experience in employment and labor law, representing Fortune 500 companies and small enterprises alike. She specializes in wrongful dismissal defense, workplace investigations, and compliance with Canadian and U.S. labor statutes. Emily leads our legal strategy and severance negotiation team.
- Emily Hartwell, JD Senior Employment Counsel
Natalie is a seasoned communication expert with over 12 years of experience guiding organizations through high-stakes internal and external messaging. With a background in crisis communication and employee engagement, she crafts clear, empathetic messaging strategies for layoffs, organizational changes, and sensitive HR matters
- Natalie Rousseau Senior Communication Strategist
