Labour relations law

Strong labour relations are the foundation of productive workplaces. At Kayrouz & Associates, we provide legal guidance that helps employers and employees navigate the evolving landscape of collective rights, negotiations, and workplace harmony.

Practice Overview

Managing employee relations requires a clear understanding of labour laws, internal policies, and the expectations of both workers and regulatory bodies. We advise employers, HR teams, and trade associations on the full spectrum of labour relations, from everyday workforce management to collective bargaining and dispute resolution.

Our team supports clients in drafting and interpreting employment policies, negotiating with workers’ committees, and resolving group grievances. We also represent clients in cases involving strikes, work stoppages, and collective claims, ensuring business continuity while respecting employee rights.

With a strong grasp of UAE labour law and regional labour frameworks, we help businesses foster positive relationships that reduce disputes and legal exposure. Our advice is practical, compliant, and always aligned with long-term workforce goals.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting and updating labour policies and codes of conduct
  • Collective bargaining and representation procedures
  • Responding to industrial actions and mass grievances
  • Mediation between employers and employee representatives
  • Training for management on lawful employee relations
  • Government reporting and labour authority engagement
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz
    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva
    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma
    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed
    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar
    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle
    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen
    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Mark Engelman
    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan
    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb
    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Geagea
    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber
    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif
    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr
    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour
    Business Development Manager
    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian
    Operations Assistant
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