Employment Law

An employment relationship is established by means of an employment contract, which must comply with applicable legislation. In practice, key issues often arise in relation to:

• rights and obligations under the employment contract,
• fixed-term and indefinite-term employment,
• probationary periods,
• transfers, promotions, and amendments to employment contracts.

We assist in drafting and reviewing employment contracts, advise employers on structuring compliant contractual provisions, and ensure that employees are fully aware of their rights from the outset of employment.

Termination of employment is one of the most frequent sources of disputes in employment law. We advise employers on reorganisations, amendments to internal regulations, and the lawful preparation of termination notices on all statutory grounds.

Our firm represents clients in matters involving:

• ordinary and extraordinary termination of employment,
• termination for business reasons, fault-based reasons, and incapacity,
• mutual termination agreements,
• challenges to individual terminations and claims for a declaration of invalidity,
• severance pay and claims relating to unemployment benefits.

We assist employees in challenging unlawful dismissals and settling entitlements, while helping employers carry out termination procedures lawfully and correctly, thereby reducing the risk of litigation.

In addition to employment contracts, legislation provides for a wide range of employee rights, including:

• the right to salary and salary supplements,
• the right to annual leave allowance (holiday allowance) and additional seasonal bonuses,
• reimbursement of work-related expenses,
• the right to annual leave and compensation during temporary absence from work (e.g. sick leave),
• maternity and parental protection rights.

We represent employees in enforcing these rights and assist employers in drafting internal policies and regulating employment relationships in compliance with the law.

Workplace disputes involving harassment or discrimination are particularly sensitive, and common in practice. These conditions are not only unlawful but also have long-term consequences for employees. We provide:

• legal assistance to victims of workplace harassment and discrimination,
• guidance on evidence gathering and substantiation of claims,
• representation in court proceedings to establish violations and claim damages.

We also advise employers on implementing effective mechanisms to prevent discrimination and on taking lawful action in response to identified breaches.

Where an amicable resolution between employer and employee is not possible, disputes are resolved before the Labour and Social Court. Our firm represents clients in all types of employment disputes, including:

• disputes relating to termination of employment,
• claims for unpaid wages and other monetary entitlements,
• damages claims,
• disputes involving workplace harassment or discrimination,
• disputes concerning working time, breaks, and rest periods.

With our expertise and experience, we ensure that our clients’ interests are effectively protected throughout the proceedings.