Advocates and Legal Consultants

Labor & Employment

Protecting Labor Rights and Representing Both Employers and Employees

The employment relationship is among the most significant legal relationships governed by UAE law, owing to the rights and obligations it entails, which directly affect the stability of the work environment and the continuity of economic activity. The UAE legislator has been keen to establish a comprehensive legal framework that ensures a balance between the interests of employers and the rights of workers and that promotes fairness in the labor market.

Our firm provides specialized legal services across all types of labor disputes, whether for individuals, companies, or institutions, with a commitment to identifying the most effective legal solutions to safeguard rights and reduce legal and operational risks.

Types of Cases We Handle

Arbitrary dismissal
Claims for unpaid wages
End-of-service gratuity
Annual leave allowance
Notice-period compensation
Overtime hours
Commissions, incentives, and bonuses
Work-related injuries and associated compensation
Disputes relating to employment contracts
Claims arising from termination of service
Disciplinary violations
Claims for compensation for unlawful termination of the employment relationship
Disputes relating to non-compete clauses
Disputes concerning confidentiality and the protection of information
Collective disputes in the workplace

Representing Employers

Our services are not limited to representing employees; we also provide comprehensive legal support to employers and companies to help them manage their labor relations in accordance with the law. Our services include:

Drafting and reviewing employment contracts
Drafting internal policies
Administrative investigation procedures
Disciplinary procedures
Termination of service in accordance with legal principles
Labor risk management
Representing companies before the competent authorities and the courts

Representing Employees and Workers

Our firm assists workers in claiming their legal rights, recovering their financial entitlements, and taking the necessary measures when they are subjected to any legal violation or unfair treatment in the workplace.

We study the worker's file and identify all possible rights and claims before commencing any legal action.

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation

Most labor disputes begin with an attempt at amicable settlement before the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Our team represents clients during this stage through:

Preparing claims
Submitting documents
Attending settlement sessions
Negotiating with the opposing party
Following up on electronic procedures

Litigation Before the Labor Courts

Should an amicable settlement not be reached, the dispute is referred to the competent court. Our firm handles:

Drafting the statement of claim
Preparing legal memoranda
Submitting evidence and documents
Attending hearings
Examining experts
Preparing challenges and appeals
Following up on the enforcement of final judgments

Preventive Advisory Services for Companies

Our firm helps companies avoid labor disputes before they arise through:

Reviewing employment contracts
Updating internal policies
Preparing employee handbooks
Ensuring compliance with the Labor Law
Assessing potential legal risks
Training the relevant departments on legal best practices

Other practice areas

Civil & Commercial Corporate & Tax Disputes Arbitration & ADR

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