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Protecting Workplace Rights in the UAE

Whether you're an employee facing unfair dismissal or an employer needing compliant HR frameworks — our labor law team provides expert guidance under the UAE Labour Law.

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Labor & Employment Legal Services

Comprehensive UAE employment law support for employees, employers, and businesses of all sizes.

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Employment Contract Review

Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating employment contracts to ensure they comply with UAE Labour Law and protect your rights as employer or employee.

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Wrongful Termination Claims

Pursuing compensation for arbitrary dismissal, unlawful termination, and unfair treatment — through MOHRE conciliation and UAE Labour Court proceedings.

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End-of-Service Benefits (EOSB)

Calculating, claiming, and enforcing unpaid gratuity, notice pay, overtime, annual leave entitlements, and other end-of-service benefits owed by employers.

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Workplace Harassment & Discrimination

Advising and representing employees who have experienced harassment, discrimination, or hostile work environments — pursuing formal complaints and legal remedies.

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Employer Compliance Advisory

Helping businesses comply with UAE Labour Law including WPS compliance, HR policies, disciplinary procedures, and mass termination protocols.

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Free Zone Employment Issues

Advising on DIFC, ADGM, and other free zone employment regimes — which have distinct employment law frameworks separate from mainland UAE Labour Law.

Employee Rights

Know Your Rights Under UAE Labour Law

UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (the new Labour Law) provides strong protections for employees including minimum notice periods, gratuity rights, anti-discrimination provisions, and the right to file complaints through the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).

Many employees in the UAE are unaware of the full extent of their legal entitlements. Our team provides clear, actionable advice on your rights and the best way to enforce them — from negotiated settlements to formal court proceedings.

Minimum 30-day notice period for most contracts
Gratuity: 21 days per year for the first 5 years
Unlimited contracts abolished — all contracts now limited term
Equal pay and non-discrimination protections
Right to file complaints with MOHRE free of charge

FAQs

Labor Law Questions

Under UAE Labour Law: for the first 5 years, gratuity is 21 days' basic salary per year of service. For each year beyond 5, it's 30 days' basic salary. The total is capped at 2 years' salary. Gratuity is calculated on your last drawn basic salary, excluding allowances.

No. UAE law requires employers to pay all outstanding wages and provide original documents (including passport if held) immediately upon termination. If your employer withholds payment or documents, file an immediate complaint with MOHRE — we can assist with this process.

You can file a labour complaint with MOHRE online or in person. MOHRE will first attempt conciliation between the parties. If unresolved within 14 days, the dispute is referred to the Labour Court. We represent clients at both stages and ensure the strongest possible presentation of your case.

Yes. Employees in DIFC and ADGM are governed by those jurisdictions' own employment laws, which differ significantly from mainland UAE Labour Law. These regimes often provide comparable or enhanced protections. We advise on both mainland and free zone employment matters.