Employment and Labour Law

At Kayrouz & Associates, our employment and labour law team supports businesses in managing their workforce. We assist both employers and employees in ensuring compliance with labour laws and protecting workplace rights across the Middle East.

We guide employers and employees through sensitive workplace issues, from hiring and dismissal to compliance and complex disputes.

Practice Overview

Meet Our Team

                     Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
Georges Touma

Georges Touma

Head Litigator
Expertise:
Civil law
Real Estate Law
Employment and Labour Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Rita Semaan

Rita Semaan

Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Civil law
Criminal Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Real Estate Law
Carlos Rahme

Carlos Rahme

Senior Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Corporate & Commercial Law
Civil law
Real Estate Law
Employment and Labour Law
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Sandy Y. Geagea

Sandy Geagea

Legal Consultant
Expertise:
Civil law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Employment and Labour Law
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Saeed Gaber

Saeed Gaber

Legal Research Analyst
Expertise:
Civil law
Criminal Law
Employment and Labour Law
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Corporate & Commercial Law

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Dubai has emerged as the world's largest licensed market for virtual assets, with transactions exceeding AED 2.5 trillion in 2025. This comprehensive guide explains the VARA licensing process, fees, required documents, and compliance obligations for businesses seeking to operate in the emirate's regulated crypto ecosystem.

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December 5, 2025
Construction Law

Understanding the Taking Over Certificate in UAE Construction Projects

The Taking Over Certificate triggers the most consequential legal events in any construction project — risk transfer, retention release, defects liability, and the start of decennial liability. This guide explains when a TOC should be issued, its legal consequences under UAE law and FIDIC contracts, and how to avoid the disputes that frequently arise at completion.

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December 3, 2025
Construction Law

Insurance in Construction Contracts in the UAE: Types, Requirements and Key Considerations

Construction insurance is one of the most misunderstood elements of project delivery in the UAE. This guide breaks down the six key policy types, essential contractual provisions, and what contractors and employers need to know ahead of Dubai's new regulatory framework in 2026.

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December 2, 2025
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