Workplace privacy law

In an increasingly digital work environment, privacy rights and data governance are critical. Kayrouz & Associates advises employers on maintaining lawful oversight while respecting employee privacy under UAE law.

Practice Overview

Workplace privacy is a complex and evolving area, particularly as businesses adopt new technologies for monitoring, remote work, and data processing. We help companies implement policies that balance operational needs with legal compliance and employee dignity.

Our lawyers provide guidance on the lawful use of surveillance tools, email and device monitoring, biometrics, background checks, and employee data collection. We draft privacy policies that align with UAE labour law, DIFC and ADGM regulations, and international data protection standards where applicable.

We also represent clients in disputes involving breaches of confidentiality, misuse of employee data, and wrongful surveillance claims. Our approach is practical, preventive, and sensitive to reputational risk.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Drafting internal data privacy and surveillance policies
  • Advising on lawful monitoring and employee consent
  • Compliance with UAE data protection and labour regulations
  • Training on privacy rights and obligations in the workplace
  • Responding to employee complaints and regulatory audits
  • Managing investigations involving confidential data leaks
  • 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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