CairnHR
pronounced “karn” · like barn
AI-Powered · State-Specific
A Clear Path Through Complex HR.
cairn /karn/ · n. a stack of stones that marks the path forward.
Hire an AI HR Business Partner. When an HR situation hits, you need more than an answer. You need a partner. CairnHR is the HR Business Partner that walks you through exactly what to do, step by step, grounded in your state's employment law and your own company policies. Available whenever you need it, no callback required.
CairnHR · Compliance Engine
Employee just disclosed pregnancy - CA
Pregnancy disclosure logged - CA PDL & FMLA reviewed
Generating recommended next steps…
Attorney review advised before responding
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The Problem
No HR department? Hire an AI HR Business Partner
Whether you're a founder, CEO, office manager, or the entire HR department rolled into one, you don't have time to second-guess every HR decision. You need an HR Business Partner who can tell you what laws apply, what to do first, what forms to send, and what to watch out for. That's exactly what CairnHR does.
No HR Department
You’re managing people, payroll, and compliance without an expert in your corner - until now.
Laws Change Constantly
Employment laws change every year. Staying current is a full-time job.
Generic AI Isn’t Enough
ChatGPT doesn’t know your state’s law, your handbook, or the specific facts of your situation.
One Mistake is Costly
A wrongful termination claim, missed notice, or late final paycheck can get expensive fast.
How it works
From situation to solution in minutes.
01
Describe the Situation
Tell CairnHR what you’re dealing with - a termination, a leave request, an accommodation, or a performance issue.
02
Answer a Few Questions
CairnHR asks targeted intake questions - exactly like an HR consultant on the phone - to understand the details.
03
Get Your Risk Assessment
See your risk level, the laws that apply to your state and situation, and a clear recommendation.
04
Download Your Documents
CairnHR generates compliant letters, scripts, checklists, and emails -ready to use with your details.
Why CairnHR
This is not a chatbot.
Generic AI Tools
ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.
✕ General internet knowledge, not employment law
✕ No state-specific guidance
✕ Doesn’t know your company policies
✕ Answers questions, doesn’t run procedures
✕ No compliant documents generated
✕ No risk assessment or deadlines
CairnHR
Built for small business HR
✓ Grounded in State & Federal employment law
✓ State-specific guidance, updated as laws change
✓ Upload your policies - it references them
✓ Step-by-step procedures with deadlines
✓ Compliant letters, scripts & checklists generated
✓ Risk assessment + escalation when needed
The strategic edge
AI-powered compliance with human-centric HR expertise.
Most AI tools give you an answer and leave you to figure out the rest. CairnHR works the way an HR Business Partner would. It walks you through the entire process, step by step, telling you what to do, in what order, and by what deadline, so nothing gets missed.
Built around procedures
CairnHR walks you through what to ask, what to document, who to notify, and what deadline matters next.
Grounded in your policies
Upload your employee handbook and policies once, then reference company rules alongside state law for every answer.
Use Cases
HR handled with precision.
Complex Terminations
Navigate delicate exits with step-by-step guidance that ensures all legal requirements are met.
Leave Requests
Manage FMLA, CFRA, PDL, medical, and personal leave with automated eligibility assessments based on state laws.
HR Advice
Need advice on a tough employee situation? CairnHR walks you through it like an HR Business Partner would.
Performance Issues
Document objectively. Create transparent performance plans that protect your business.
Policy Development
Create and update company policies, performance reviews, job descriptions, etc. - all aligned with state-specific regulations and your culture.
Quick HR Questions
What forms do I need for a new hire? What’s the notice period? Get answers instantly.
Pricing
Monthly CairnHR Subscription
$19.99
/mo
Locked in for life as a founding member with monthly access to CairnHR guidance.
• Unlimited HR compliance scenarios • Quick HR answers grounded in employment law • Compliant documents generated for you • Continuously updated as laws change • Cancel anytime
Get Started
Founding Member Annual
Save $41/year
$198
/yr
Locked in for life as a founding member with annual access to CairnHR guidance.
• Unlimited HR compliance scenarios • Quick HR answers grounded in employment law • Compliant documents generated for you • Continuously updated as laws change • Cancel anytime
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Built by an HR professional, not a tech company
Created because small businesses kept asking for step-by-step guidance.
Kim Pierce has spent over 25 years in Human Resources, including leadership roles at Starbucks and Amazon. For the last 11 years, she has run TruckeeHR, a consulting firm supporting hundreds of small businesses through the exact situations CairnHR now handles in software. CairnHR started because Kim's clients kept asking for it. They didn't want to call every time something came up. They wanted a tool that could guide them the way Kim does, step by step, with confidence.
Kim is also the author of "Consulting for Anyone: How to Turn Everyday Skills into a Side Hustle or Small Business."
Contact us
Have an HR situation you want to handle with confidence?
Start with a free scenario or tell us what kind of compliance support your small business needs.
CairnHR gives operational guidance and clear next steps. When a situation is too complex or high risk for software alone, it tells you that too.