Employment Dispute Lawyers in Nairobi
Protect your rights in the workplace through expert legal representation
Our Expertise
ELRC Representation
We represent clients in all proceedings before the Employment and Labour Relations Court, from filing to judgment enforcement.
Unfair Dismissal Defence & Claims
We advise on what constitutes fair grounds and procedures for dismissal, and represent clients on both sides of unfair dismissal claims.
Redundancy Management
We guide employers through the statutory redundancy process and defend employees against redundancies that fail to follow the Employment Act requirements.
Discrimination & Harassment
We handle claims of workplace discrimination and harassment, pursuing remedies that include compensation, reinstatement, and policy changes.
Negotiated Exits
We negotiate separation agreements and exit packages that protect our clients' interests and provide certainty for both parties.
Employment Dispute Lawyers in Nairobi
Employment disputes in Kenya are governed by the Employment Act, 2007, the Labour Relations Act, 2007, and the Employment and Labour Relations Court Act, 2011. These disputes encompass unfair dismissal claims, redundancy disputes, discrimination and harassment complaints, wage and benefit claims, restrictive covenant disputes, and collective bargaining disagreements.
LHK Advocates represents both employers and employees in employment disputes. For employers, we defend against unfair dismissal claims, advise on lawful disciplinary and termination procedures, and manage redundancy processes. For employees, we pursue claims for unfair termination, unpaid benefits, workplace discrimination, and breach of employment contracts.
The Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has exclusive jurisdiction over employment disputes in Kenya. We appear regularly before the ELRC in Nairobi and understand its procedures, judicial approach, and the developing body of employment law precedent.
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