Employment

At Kaden Boriss, we provide comprehensive legal services in employment and labour law, assisting clients in navigating the regulatory and contractual aspects of workforce management in the UAE. We combine deep understanding of UAE Labour Law with practical advisory support to ensure compliance, clarity, and fairness in employment relationships.

Employment Contracts & Documentation

We assist clients in preparing, reviewing, and structuring employment-related documentation that aligns with UAE labour regulations and free-zone rules, including:

• Employment Contracts: Drafting and reviewing employment contracts in compliance with the UAE Labour Law and relevant free-zone regulations.
• Policies & Handbooks: Developing HR policies, employee handbooks, and internal procedures to ensure legal and operational compliance.
• Confidentiality & Non-Compete Agreements: Preparing clauses and standalone agreements safeguarding business interests and intellectual property.
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Drafting NDAs to protect confidential information and trade secrets.
• Consultancy & Secondment Agreements: Structuring flexible engagement models for local and expatriate employees.

Advisory on Employment Compliance & Practices

We provide tailored legal advice on employment-related compliance, rights, and obligations under UAE law, including:

• Onboarding & Termination Procedures: Advising on recruitment, probation, disciplinary measures, and end-of-service benefits in accordance with legal requirements.
• Compensation & Benefits: Guidance on wage protection, gratuity, leave entitlements, and incentive structures.
• Workplace Policies: Advising on anti-discrimination, health and safety, and employee welfare policies consistent with UAE labour standards.
• Regulatory Filings & Approvals: Assisting with MOHRE registrations, visa compliance, and free-zone authority filings.

Transactional Employment Support

We support clients in employment matters arising from business transactions and reorganisations, including:

• Mergers & Acquisitions (Employment Transition): Advising on employee transfer, retention, and continuity of service obligations.
• Due Diligence: Conducting employment audits to identify potential compliance gaps or liabilities.
• Settlement & Mutual Agreements: Preparing and reviewing amicable settlement or release documents in alignment with statutory entitlements.
• Workforce Structuring: Advising on strategic workforce planning, restructuring, and employment documentation during organisational change.

At Kaden Boriss, we combine technical precision with practical insight to help businesses maintain compliant, transparent, and efficient employment frameworks. Whether drafting contracts, NDAs, policies, or advising on workforce matters, we are your trusted legal partner for employment law in Dubai and across the UAE.