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Employment Law in the UAE

Our employment practice is renowned for its comprehensive expertise, strong standing in the market, and steadfast dedication to providing strategic, client-focused legal solutions.

Our team comprises experienced and highly regarded legal consultants and advocates who regularly advise on complex and high-value employment matters. We are trusted by a broad range of clients—from multinational corporations to regional businesses and senior executives—for our ability to navigate the full spectrum of employment issues with precision and discretion.

Our employment lawyers in the UAE offer in-depth knowledge of labour law in the UAE, including the unique regulatory frameworks of the DIFC, ADGM, and various free zones. Whether advising on employment contracts, internal policies, investigations, terminations, or contentious disputes, our approach is grounded in practical insight, legal rigour, and a clear understanding of our clients’ commercial objectives.

With a strong reputation built on excellence, integrity, and results, HAS Law Firm is a go-to advisor for employment law matters in the region.

Employment & Labour Law Services

Advisory Services

We provide proactive legal solutions to help businesses remain compliant and reduce risk:

  • Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, HR policies, and handbooks
  • Structuring employment arrangements, secondments, and outsourcing models
  • Advising on incentives, benefits, and compensation schemes
  • Legal due diligence in M&A and corporate restructuring
  • Ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law, DIFC, ADGM, and Free Zone regulations
  • Workforce planning, including transfers, downsizing, and Emiratisation
  • Providing legal training for HR and in-house teams

Contentious Representation

Our employment lawyers in Dubai represent clients in complex, high-stakes employment disputes, offering discreet and results-oriented representation:

  • Litigation and arbitration in employment-related disputes
  • Claims involving wrongful dismissal, discrimination, or breach of contract
  • Handling internal investigations and disciplinary actions
  • Enforcing non-compete and confidentiality obligations
  • Representation before UAE Labour Courts, DIFC Courts, and ADGM Courts
  • Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
  • Advising on whistleblowing, grievances, and workplace misconduct 

At HAS Law Firm, we provide employment law solutions to clients operating across a wide range of industries. Our experience spans sectors including financial services, technology, healthcare, hospitality, construction, retail, energy, and professional services, IT, among others.

Why Choose HAS Law Firm as your Employment Lawyers in the UAE

  • Deep expertise in UAE Labour Law and free zone regulations
  • Extensive experience with local and international clients
  • Commercially focused, strategic legal advice
  • Proven success in achieving favorable outcomes across all industries
  • Trusted counsel for complex employment matters in the UAE
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Meet the Employment Team

Adhiraj Malhotra
Senior Associate
Afif Ammoury
Senior Legal Consultant
Behram Nasir
Partner & Head of Department
Fahad Khalid
Associate
Fatimah Assaggaf
Paralegal
Hanan Al Qennah
Partner
Haneen Maher
Paralegal
Ibrahim Mohamed
Legal Consultant
Mohamed Adel
Paralegal
Mohamed Saleh
Legal Consultant
Mohammed Ali
Court Clerk
Mudather Khalil
Court Clerk
Omar AlSatari
Senior Legal Consultant
Payal Jain
Paralegal
Robert Whitehead
Partner & Head of Department
Samara El Doukhei
Paralegal
Shivani Shah
Senior Associate
Swetha Sivaram
Associate
Taspia Salsabil
Junior Associate
Zuhaib Habib
Junior Associate

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