Employment & Labour Law

Employment law that protects you.

Contracts, policies, fair terminations, and smart defense. We help you treat staff right while making your business dispute-proof.

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Growing employers

Also for

Executives & staff

Delivery

Digital-first

Employment Risk Check

A single labor dispute can cripple a business. Select what you already have in place below to see your exposure level.

All staff have written contracts

Everyone working over 3 months has a signed document outlining pay, leave, and notice.

We use an HR manual

We have clear, written rules for discipline, leave, harassment, and grievances.

We document discipline

We issue written warnings, hold formal hearings, and keep minutes of those hearings.

We follow a termination process

We provide valid reasons, give proper notice, and pay out all dues legally required.

Our records are clean

We keep clean files on attendance, payroll, appraisals, and employee emails.

We settle before court

We use mediation or mutual separation agreements to stop issues from reaching court.

Company Status

Protection: 0/100

High Exposure

What you need to do next

Check the boxes on the leftCheck the boxes above. A single dispute right now could be very expensive.

Commercial Reality

The Cost of a Bad Exit

Firing someone the wrong way isn't just stressful, it's financially dangerous. The Kenyan courts heavily penalize employers who skip procedure. Doing it right the first time is significantly cheaper than losing in court.

The Penalty

Up to 12 months
gross salary

The Extras

Lawyer fees
+ Unpaid dues

Doing it right

A flat-fee
compliance pack

Free HR Tool

Leave & Severance Calculator

Kenyan law requires final dues to be calculated using strict working days. Stop guessing. Compute precise, compliant days instantly—automatically excluding weekends and gazetted public holidays.

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Our Process

The Employment Lifecycle

Contracts & Rules

A strong defense begins with clear rules. We draft employment terms that follow the law while protecting your business.

Solid employment agreements
Custom HR & grievance manuals
Non-compete clauses

Discipline & Exits

We guide you through the strict procedural requirements of Kenyan law to manage bad performance and fire safely.

Warning and hearing procedures
Managing redundancies legally
Mutual separation agreements

Fighting Disputes

When mediation fails, we provide aggressive and structured representation at the Employment Court.

Unfair dismissal defense
Negotiating executive exits
Full ELRC trial representation

For Individuals

Are you an employee or executive?

Protect your rights. We review employment offers, negotiate executive exits, and handle unfair termination claims on your behalf.

Clarity First

Employment FAQs

Do I need written contracts for all employees?

If someone works for you for more than 3 months, Kenyan law requires a written contract. Written terms reduce disputes and protect both sides.

How should I handle a termination?

Follow fair procedure: clear reasons, notice, a hearing where required, and proper documentation. Skipping process often triggers unfair termination claims.

Can employees sue for unfair dismissal?

Yes. Employees can file claims at the Employment and Labour Relations Court. Where procedure or reasons are unfair, the court may award compensation of up to 12 months' salary.

Do you represent both employers and employees?

Yes. We advise employers on compliance and disputes, and we also represent employees and executives in unfair termination, discrimination and benefits disputes.

Can disputes be settled out of court?

Often yes. Negotiation and mediation can be faster, cheaper, and better for reputations than litigation. We frequently draft Mutual Separation Agreements (MSAs) to end employment quietly.

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