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

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

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

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A clear guide to maternity leave in the UAE for private and government employees, covering eligibility, duration, pay and nursing breaks. Learn your rights on termination protections, adding annual or unpaid leave, and how Kayrouz & Associates can help you stay compliant.

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September 12, 2025
Corporate & Commercial Law

Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Dubai

A practical 2025 guide to forming an LLC in Dubai covering mainland and free zone options, foreign ownership, required documents, step by step setup, costs and tax. Grounded in Federal Decree Law No. 32 of 2021, it explains approvals, licences and banking so you can incorporate with confidence.

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September 11, 2025
Corporate & Commercial Law

Practical AI compliance for UAE professional services

AI has moved from pilot to production in UAE professional services, but core duties stay the same. This guide shows how to align PDPL, DIFC and ADGM requirements with Dubai’s AI ethics and build one control system that also supports DMTT and climate reporting.

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September 8, 2025
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