Employment law as a key to business success
Employment law is more than just a reaction to disputes. It is a key tool for managing staff, organisational structures and business risks. By addressing employment law issues proactively rather than reactively, you save time, money and stress.
Our specialist employment lawyers draw on many years of experience in business consultancy to provide practical, interdisciplinary advice with a focus on what makes economic sense. When dealing with complex cases, we work closely with our colleagues specialising in data protection, insolvency and company law.
Our areas of expertise
Contract Drafting
Legally compliant employment contracts form the basis of every employment relationship. We draft and update employment contracts, job descriptions and works agreements – taking into account collective agreements, current case law, industry standards and individual requirements. We also work with you to develop employee participation schemes.
- Drafting and reviewing employment contracts
- Development of flexible working time models
- Variable remuneration and bonus schemes
- Home office and mobile working arrangements
Termination and Separation Management
Separation processes require not only legal precision but also a strategic approach. Careful preparation helps to minimise risks and associated costs. We support you throughout the entire process: from preparation and legally compliant implementation to representation in the event of a dispute.
- Strategic support during separation processes
- Termination agreements and severance negotiations
- Minimising risk in unfair dismissal proceedings
- Service of process and time limits
Works Council and Co-determination
Cooperation between management and the works council is a complex legal matter and has a significant impact on day-to-day operations. The aim is to develop viable and legally sound solutions within the framework of co-determination – for both sides.
- Advice on cooperation between management and the works council
- Implementation of co-determination rights
- Negotiation of works agreements
- Support during conciliation proceedings
Restructuring and staff reductions
Organisational changes require a forward-looking approach to employment law. Whether it involves site closures, outsourcing or staff reductions – we support restructuring processes from planning through to completion, including in conjunction with insolvency and company law.
- Transfers of undertakings (Section 613a of the German Civil Code [BGB])
- Operational changes and business closures
- Staff reduction plans
- Collective redundancies
Compliance and Employment Law
Employers are facing increasing regulatory requirements – from the Pay Transparency Directive and the German Employment Evidence Act to documentation requirements for remote working. We help identify risks at an early stage and set up processes in a legally compliant manner.
- Pay Transparency Directive (EU 2023/970)
- Time and attendance recording and documentation requirements
- Development of codes of conduct
- Employee data protection
Legal representation
Conflicts cannot always be avoided – what matters is how they are handled. A well-thought-out strategy increases the chances of success and protects against unnecessary stress.
- Employment protection proceedings
- Wage and salary claims
- Resolution proceedings (works council law)
- Out-of-court dispute resolution
Knowledge protects against liability
Our training courses
Many mistakes in employment law are not made out of malice, but out of ignorance. We offer training courses and webinars for managers and HR teams on the key fundamentals of employment law and works council law.
Current offer: Free webinar on the Pay Transparency Directive – obligations, deadlines and recommendations for employers.
Currently running: A fee-paying full-day seminar on the basics of employment law and works council law. The next dates are currently being planned.
Your Points of Contact
Every employment law issue is different. That is why we always start by gaining a clear understanding of your situation and your objectives. By assigning you a dedicated point of contact, we establish a reliable, collaborative working relationship and are there to support you, even in time-sensitive situations.
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Specialist lawyer for labor law
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Specialist lawyer for construction and architectural law
Specialist lawyer for labor law
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How to find us
Consultations take place in person at our offices in Nuremberg or Berlin, by telephone or via video call – whichever suits you best.
Nuremberg: Äußere Sulzbacher Str. 124a, 90491 Nuremberg
Berlin: Bernburger Str. 30–31, 10963 Berlin