Workplace harassment and discrimination

Workplace harassment and discrimination claims require a sensitive and structured legal response. At Kayrouz & Associates, we help employers create respectful work environments and manage complaints with clarity and compliance.

Practice Overview

Addressing workplace misconduct is not only a legal obligation, but a core element of maintaining trust and morale in any organisation. We support clients in drafting anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies that comply with UAE labour law and international standards. Our team ensures these policies are clear, enforceable, and tailored to the workplace.

When allegations arise, we provide rapid and impartial legal guidance. Our lawyers advise on internal investigations, assist with documentation, and guide employers through disciplinary procedures that stand up to legal scrutiny. We also advise on appropriate corrective actions, including mediation and training, to resolve conflicts and reduce future risks.

In cases that escalate to legal proceedings, we defend employers in claims of wrongful termination, hostile work environment, or failure to act on harassment reports. We approach each case with discretion, legal rigour, and a focus on fair process.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies
  • Advising on investigation protocols and legal duties
  • Managing employee complaints and internal grievance procedures
  • Training HR and management on compliance and prevention
  • Defending claims before labour courts and tribunals
  • Resolving conflicts through mediation and workplace training
  • 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

    Maria Valeyeva

    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma

    Georges Touma

    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

    Hanan Ahmed

    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle

    Arka Navle

    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    Nashita Nazneen

    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Professor Mark Engelman

    Mark Engelman

    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan

    Rita Semaan

    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme

    Carlos Rahme

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    Sandy Geagea

    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Business Development Manager
    Valakshmi Balasubramanian

    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian

    Operations Assistant
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