Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Representation before Nigerian courts in commercial, civil and property disputes.
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Employment & Labour Law
Employment contracts, workplace policy and disputes between employers and employees.
Lins Chambers advises both employers and employees on the rights and obligations that arise from the employment relationship, from the drafting of contracts to the resolution of workplace disputes.
What this practice covers
- Employment contracts and staff handbooks
- Termination and redundancy
- Workplace disciplinary processes
- Employment disputes and claims
- Advisory on Nigerian labour law compliance
Typical matters
- Drafting or reviewing an employment contract
- Advising an employer on a termination or redundancy process
- Representing an employee in a dispute with an employer
- Advising on compliance with applicable labour legislation
Who this service is for
Employers who need contracts, policies or a dismissal process handled correctly, and employees seeking advice on their rights.
How Lins Chambers can assist
We advise employers on building compliant, clear employment documentation, and represent both employers and employees where a workplace matter becomes a dispute.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the employment practice advises both sides of the employment relationship, though not in the same matter.
Review the contract of employment and any applicable policy for the correct process, and seek advice where the termination carries any risk of dispute.
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