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Labour and Employment

Labour & Employment is a key practice area within the Firm. The Firm recognizes the importance of providing focused and specialized advisory and representational service on labour and employment laws related matters in India.

Anhad Law has a dedicated labor and employment law practice with a team comprising of consistently top ranked lawyers and some of these lawyers have an individual experience of more than two and a half decades.

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Our employment law team is known for its practical and business friendly support besides in-depth knowledge of labour and employment laws at federal (Central) and State level. Our employment law team has advised several renowned Indian and multinational companies (including their subsidiaries in India) on general to complicated issues.

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Our employment law team is driven by the passion to know a Client’s business so that an appropriate and efficient legal support could be extended. Our dedicated employment law team reflects our commitment to provide a comprehensive and specialised support. Our employment lawyers are known for their forward-looking approach and are capable to support businesses from general advisory to crucial employment laws needs of our Clients.

Employment Advisory


Businesses need guidance regarding compliance with applicable labour and employment laws, including drafting employment contracts, handbooks, policies, and standing orders. Our support ensures that policies are not only legally compliant but also relevant for day-to-day operations and business objectives. We work closely with clients’ legal and HR teams to understand business needs and challenges associated with workforce management, providing comprehensive advice and day-to-day legal support.

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We advise Indian and multinational employers and understand the challenges that come with managing workforces across jurisdictions.

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Employment Dispute Resolution

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Our lawyers advise businesses on documentation and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws and avoid disputes. However, when disputes arise, we have the experience and skills to effectively represent clients in both collective and individual claims.

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Our lawyers are recognised for efficient support on disputes including:

  • Termination

  • Reduction in force (RIF)

  • Closure of establishment

  • Non-performance

  • Misconduct and behavioural issues

  • Grievances and harassment (including sexual harassment)

  • Contract labour

  • General demands

  • Provident fund and gratuity

  • Protection of confidential information and post-termination rights

 

We represent clients before Labour Courts, Tribunals, Appellate Tribunals, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of India.

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Employee Termination & Restructuring / Reorganisation

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  • Restructuring or termination (individual or collective) involves legal compliance, practical challenges, and potential claims. Our team:

  • Assists clients in navigating multi-jurisdictional statutory requirements.

  • Supports post-severance or reorganisation needs.

  • Advises on consultations involving unions.

  • Ensures legal and contractual compliance in employee separation.

 

Investigations

 

Our team has extensive experience in workplace and regulatory investigations, guiding fair processes and identifying legal and reputational risks.

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We routinely conduct investigations involving:

  • Misconduct

  • Dishonesty

  • Financial fraud

  • Bullying, discrimination, harassment

  • Whistleblower complaints

  • Theft of confidential information or IP

 

We also assist with compliance on health and safety and statutory employer liabilities.

 

M&A Support

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We advise on employment law aspects of M&A including:

  • Stock transfers, asset/business acquisitions, and overseas transactions

  • Drafting agreements for workforce and management transitions

  • Indemnities, warranties, and contract clauses

  • Employment due diligence

  • Post-acquisition redundancies and harmonisation of terms

 

Occupational Health & Safety

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We assist clients on workplace health and safety compliance, including:

  • Risk management

  • Policy development

  • Legal obligations following workplace accidents

  • Coordination with health and safety specialists

 

Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)

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We actively help businesses ensure compliance with POSH laws, including:

  • Drafting policies

  • Conducting training and workshops

  • Supporting Internal Committees (ICs)

  • Advising on State-specific requirements

 

Trade Unions & Works Committees

 

We advise employers on industrial relations and collective bargaining issues including:

  • Union demands

  • Wages and benefits

  • Working hours, holidays

  • Restructuring and closures

 

Workplace Data Privacy

 

We help clients comply with Indian data privacy laws in the workplace. Our support includes:

  • Drafting policies

  • Managing investigations

  • Background checks

  • Employee training

 

We’ve also helped clients adapt to remote working models post-COVID, including legal and policy support.

 

Workplace Risk & Compliance

 

We conduct regular legal audits to identify compliance gaps in:

  • Hiring and severance practices

  • Employment terms

  • Compensation and ESOPs

  • Confidentiality and IP assignment

  • Non-compete provisions

 

We also support legal process re-engineering and advise clients on sector-specific

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