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Employment - United Arab Emirates

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What the Team is Known For

Stephenson Harwood has a substantial team of employment lawyers in Dubai. The department is best known for advising employers on non-contentious contractual mandates such as those arising from day-to-day operational issues, as well as market entry and corporate restructuring. In addition, it has extensive knowledge regarding the implementation of the UAE's recent labour law and the employment implications of the DIFC's data protection laws. The team is also capable of assisting with employment issues arising from M&A and is noted for its in-house Arabic-language capabilities.

Work Highlights

  • Stephenson Harwood advised Profision Shipping Capital Management on a range of employment matters, including the transfer of staff and the drafting of employment contracts, arising from its relocation from the UK to the DIFC.

Strengths

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Stephenson Harwood offers speed of execution and depth of knowledge.

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Stephenson Harwood has a wealth of knowledge.

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Stephenson Harwood has an excellent knowledge of DIFC and ADGM labour laws.

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Stephenson Harwood ensures that you get the best practical advice.

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The team is friendly, approachable, knowledgeable and professional.

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Notable Practitioners

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Kiersten Lucas
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Kiersten Lucas
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Kiersten Lucas maintains a wide-ranging employment practice but is especially noteworthy for her in-depth knowledge in the area of restrictive covenants. She also has considerable experience advising on M&A-related employment issues and employee transfers. She has additionally assisted numerous clients with the implementation of the most recent update to the UAE's labour law.

Kiersten Lucas is very strong in all areas. She's knowledgeable, professional and pragmatic.

Kiersten's knowledge of both UAE and UK laws has been of great assistance.

Kiersten is extremely knowledgeable in all local UAE employment matters. She's a pleasure to work with.

Kiersten Lucas is a very effective lawyer.

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Emily Aryeetey
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Emily Aryeetey
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Emily Aryeetey has particular experience advising on employment issues resulting from M&A transactions, such as the transfer of employees. She is equally well placed to advise on terminations.

Emily Aryeetey is very good at putting herself in her clients' shoes. She is very strong at providing strategic advice and allowing the business to make commercial decisions.

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Kiersten Lucas
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Kiersten Lucas
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Emily Aryeetey
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Emily Aryeetey
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