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Employment law

Conclusion, amendment and termination of employment contracts, and representation in employment disputes for both employees and employers.

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Practice area

Legal assistance in employment relations.

In employment relations, mistakes are costly for both sides: the employee may lose income, while the employer faces compensation and litigation costs. Many disputes can be avoided if documents are drafted precisely and decisions are taken in line with the Labour Code.

If you have suffered damage due to an accident at work or workplace bullying, see “Compensation for damage”.

  • Employment contractsDrafting and reviewing employment contracts, confidentiality and non-compete agreements.
  • DismissalAssessing the lawfulness of a dismissal, agreements to terminate an employment contract, severance pay.
  • Employment disputesRepresentation before the Labour Disputes Commission and in court in disputes over dismissal, pay and other employment matters.
  • Advice for employersInternal rules and policies, changes to employment relations, dismissals carried out in line with the law.

Frequently asked questions

What you should know.

What should I do if my dismissal seems unlawful?

The most important thing is not to delay. A short, one-month time limit applies to dismissal disputes, and once it has passed it becomes difficult to defend your rights. Keep your employment contract, the order or notice of dismissal, your correspondence with the employer and the final settlement documents. Then consult a lawyer.

Where are employment disputes heard?

Most employment disputes over rights are first heard by the Labour Disputes Commission at the State Labour Inspectorate. Its decision can be appealed to a court. Some disputes are heard directly by the court.

Should I sign an agreement to terminate my employment contract?

A mutual agreement can benefit both sides, but once it is signed there is usually no longer any basis for challenging the termination. Before signing, it is worth checking whether the terms of the agreement, such as the amount of the payment and the end date of employment, are in your interests.

Do you advise employers?

Yes. Attorney Eglė Katauskaitė also advises employers: she helps prepare employment contracts and internal documents, assesses the risks of planned decisions and represents employers in employment disputes.

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Who will help you.

Attorney Eglė Katauskaitė
Attorney

Eglė Katauskaitė

Employment contracts, dismissal, employment disputes.

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Jakšto 11-4, Vilnius
LT-01105, Lietuva