Scope of Labor Law Services

1. Employment Contract Management

• Drafting & Review: Ensure compliance with UAE Labor Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021) and Saudi Labor Law, safeguarding contractual terms.
• Contract Optimization & Localization: Tailoring contracts to meet industry-specific needs and ensuring alignment with regulations in free zones (DIFC, ADGM, etc.) and the mainland.
• Special Employment Contracts: Structuring short-term, remote work, part-time, and outsourcing contracts to align with flexible work trends.

2. Policy & Compliance Advisory

• Wage Payment & WPS Compliance: Ensuring adherence to the Wage Protection System (WPS) to prevent fines and compliance risks.
• Work Hours & Overtime Management: Assisting companies in structuring working hours, rest days, and overtime payments in line with local labor laws.
• Termination Procedures & Compensation Calculation: Providing legal guidance on dismissals, layoffs, and contract termination to mitigate legal risks.
• Employment Model Optimization: Advising on outsourcing, freelance, and short-term contracts for regulatory compliance.

3. Employee Handbook & Internal Regulations

• Handbook Drafting & Revision: Ensuring internal policies comply with UAE and Saudi labor laws and industry standards.
• Disciplinary & Performance Management: Developing legal disciplinary procedures to prevent wrongful termination disputes.
• Anti-Harassment & Anti-Discrimination Policies: Ensuring compliance with laws related to gender equality, workplace safety, and anti-discrimination.

4. Work Permits & Visa Compliance for Foreign Employees

• Work Visa Processing: Assisting with application, renewal, and cancellation of work permits and residency visas.
• Golden Visa & Freelance Visa: Providing support for highly skilled professionals, investors, and freelancersseeking long-term visas.
• Immigration Law Compliance: Ensuring company employment policies align with UAE and Saudi immigration regulations to avoid illegal employment risks.

5. Employee Compensation & Benefits Management

• End-of-Service Gratuity & Exit Clearance: Calculating gratuity payments, unused leave compensation, and other statutory benefits.
• Health Insurance & Social Security Compliance: Ensuring compliance with UAE healthcare regulations, including Abu Dhabi’s Daman and Dubai’s DHA requirements.
• Leave & Absence Policy: Structuring annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, and parental leave policies in compliance with UAE and Saudi labor laws.

6. Industry-Specific Labor Law Advisory

• Construction, Retail, Finance, Healthcare, Oil & Gas Sector Regulations: Ensuring compliance with working hours, occupational health & safety (HSE) requirements.
• Free Zone vs. Mainland Labor Law Differences: Providing tailored legal advice for companies in DIFC, ADGM, and other free zones.
• Foreign Worker Protection: Ensuring compliance with labor laws on wages, accommodation, and benefits for low-income workers.

Scope of Labor Dispute Resolution Services

1. Dispute Mediation & Negotiation

• Non-Litigation Solutions: Resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, and settlement agreements to minimize litigation costs and risks.
• Government Labor Department Mediation: Representing businesses or employees before the UAE Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MOHRE) and Saudi Labor Offices.

2. Litigation & Arbitration Representation

• Labor Court Litigation: Representing clients in UAE labor courts and Saudi labor arbitration institutions for cases related to dismissal compensation, wage disputes, and contract breaches.
• Arbitration Support: Providing DIFC and ADGM arbitration assistance for employment disputes involving executives or specialized roles.

3. Employment Termination Support

• Layoff Compliance Management: Advising companies on lawful redundancy procedures to prevent legal liability for mass or unjustified terminations.
• Dispute Prevention & Resolution: Offering preventive strategies to mitigate legal risks in employment termination.

Key Advantages

1. Deep Expertise in Middle Eastern Labor Laws & Localized Legal Services

Our team has in-depth knowledge of UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other Middle Eastern labor laws and judicial practices, enabling us to effectively assist clients in employment contract management, wage and benefit compliance, and dispute resolution.

2. Customized Solutions for Compliance & Operational Efficiency

Beyond legal compliance, we integrate HR and business goals to optimize workforce management, improving both legal security and efficiency.

3. Efficient Dispute Resolution & Risk Mitigation

Through mediation, negotiation, and litigation representation, we swiftly resolve labor disputes while minimizing legal risks for businesses.

Whether your company operates in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, or other Middle Eastern regions, our firm provides professional and efficient legal support to help you achieve long-term compliance and sustainable business growth.