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Employment Law for Business

The practice area

About Employment Law for Business

Employment relationships are dynamic and involve critical points that demand attention from both sides: the formalisation and termination of contracts, the correct calculation of payments, the allocation of responsibilities and compliance with working time rules.

We act strategically and individually in single and collective claims, both for those seeking to defend their rights as employees and for companies that need legal certainty in their relationships with staff.

  • Employment claims and appeals at every level
  • Preventive advice and employment compliance for companies
  • Mediation and out-of-court settlements

Employment Law for Business services

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Why engage us

Why engage an employment lawyer?

An error or omission can lead to significant financial loss or to a breach of the worker's rights.

Reducing risk and disputes

Defence of rights on solid legal grounds

Strategic decisions at the right moment

Our Employment Law services

Employment Claims and Appeals

Filing and defending claims involving termination, employment entitlements, equal pay, premiums, overtime and harassment.

Advisory for Companies

Ongoing legal support for people management, ensuring compliance with employment legislation.

Employment Audit and Compliance

Assessment of the company's employment practices and implementation of policies to prevent liabilities and disputes.

Mediation and Out-of-Court Settlements

Negotiations that resolve the dispute quickly and with legal certainty for both sides.

Specialist legal practice

Who can handle your case

Eduarda Schierholt

Eduarda Schierholt

OAB/RS 133.524 · Direito do Trabalho

Attorney practising in criminal and employment law.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about Employment Law

When should I seek an employment lawyer?
Whenever there are doubts, dismissals, late payment, accumulated duties, harassment, improper deductions or any conflict in the employment relationship.
Can a specialist employment lawyer act for both the employee and the company?
Yes. We act strategically for both sides, with ethics, confidentiality and a tailored approach.
What are a worker's basic rights on termination of the contract?
Notice pay, outstanding salary, pro-rata holiday, pro-rata 13th salary, severance fund deposits and the 40% penalty, where applicable.
What can a company do to avoid employment claims?
Put an employment compliance programme in place, review contracts, train managers and keep records up to date.
What are the deadlines for filing an employment claim?
The deadline is up to 2 years after the contract ends, and it is possible to claim up to 5 years of amounts preceding the filing of the case.

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