Employment Law
Expert legal guidance on employment law and workplace rights in Kenya — supporting businesses, HR professionals, and employees with tailored legal solutions.
Kenya’s employment and labour laws provide a robust framework for the protection of workers’ rights and the regulation of employer-employee relationships. Our firm offers expert legal advisory and representation in all areas of employment law, supporting both employers and employees in navigating the complexities of Kenya’s labour system.
How we can help
- Statutory Compliance
Advice on the Employment Act 2007, Labour Relations Act 2007 and the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
- Employment Contracts
Drafting and review of contracts, consultancy agreements and restrictive covenants.
- HR Policies and Staff Handbooks
Preparation of internal policies, codes of conduct and disciplinary procedures.
- Terminations and Redundancy
Guidance on fair procedure, notice, severance and settlement negotiation.
- Workplace Disputes
Representation before the Employment and Labour Relations Court and in mediation.
We also represent clients in a wide range of employment-related disputes before the Employment and Labour Relations Court, as well as at mediation and arbitration forums. Our expertise covers claims relating to unfair termination, constructive dismissal, workplace discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, benefits, and workplace safety violations.
For employees, we provide legal advice and representation in enforcing their employment rights and remedies. We assist with claims for wrongful dismissal, redundancy entitlements, discrimination, unpaid wages, and violations of employment contracts or statutory entitlements.
Our employment law services also extend to advising multinational corporations and NGOs on Kenyan labour law compliance, immigration requirements for expatriate employees, data protection in the employment context, and cross-border employment issues involving Kenyan and foreign workers.
With our extensive experience in employment law, we help our clients resolve employment disputes effectively while promoting lawful and ethical employment practices. Whether you are an employer, HR professional, employee, or trade union representative, we offer expert legal support tailored to your needs in today’s dynamic employment landscape.