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

    Pierre Kayrouz

    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva

    Maria Valeyeva

    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma

    Georges Touma

    Head Litigator
    Carlos Rahme

    Carlos Rahme

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    Sandy Geagea

    Legal Consultant
    Rita Semaan

    Rita Semaan

    Legal Consultant
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Junior Legal Counsel
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst

    Priya Bavanasi

    Senior Corporate Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    Nashita Nazneen

    Junior Corporate Counsel

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Business Development Manager

    Marium Razzaq

    Solicitor

    Parvathy Pavithran

    HR and Document Controller

    Göksu Öznergiz

    Associate

    Chantal Elia Khawam

    Front Desk Specialist
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