E mployment, Labour and Service

GK CHAMBERS offers strategic legal support and representation in all areas of employment, labour, and service law. We act for both employers and employees, including corporate entities, factories, NGOs, public servants, and individual professionals. Our legal services span advisory, compliance, dispute resolution, and litigation across both public and private sectors.

1. Employment Agreements and HR Policy Drafting

We assist companies in preparing:

  • Employment contracts (fixed-term, probationary, permanent)
  • Consultancy and independent contractor agreements
  • Intern and trainee agreements
  • Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)

We also draft or review employee handbooks, codes of conduct, HR policies, and disciplinary procedures to ensure full compliance with the Bangladesh Labour Act 2006 and relevant service rules.

2. Labour Law Compliance and Advisory (Factories & Industries)

We advise factories, export-oriented units, and industrial enterprises on:

  • Compliance with labour laws, including working hours, wages, overtime, leave, safety, and welfare
  • Registration under Labour Rules
  • Maintenance of mandatory registers and display notices
  • Response to labour inspections and compliance audits

We help clients avoid legal penalties by staying aligned with regulations issued by the Department of Labour and the Inspector of Factories.

3. Termination, Dismissal, and Disciplinary Actions

We provide legal assistance in:

  • Lawful termination of employment (retrenchment, discharge, dismissal, resignation)
  • Conducting domestic inquiries and disciplinary proceedings
  • Drafting and serving show-cause notices
  • Settling disputes relating to unfair dismissal or wrongful termination

We ensure that both employers and employees are treated fairly under law and contractual terms.

4. Labour Court and Tribunal Litigation

Our firm represents clients in:

  • Labour Court cases (unlawful termination, reinstatement, unpaid wages, compensation)
  • Appeals before the Labour Appellate Tribunal
  • Writ petitions in the High Court against labour court decisions or government action

We prepare all pleadings, evidence, and conduct full trial or appellate representation in labour and service matters.

5. Trade Union and Industrial Relations

We advise clients on trade union-related issues, including:

  • Trade union registration and recognition
  • Collective bargaining and dispute settlement
  • Legal consequences of strikes, lockouts, and layoffs
  • Handling unfair labour practices and union misconduct

Our firm also negotiates with union representatives to reach collective agreements that protect business interests and employee rights.

6. Public Service and Government Employment Disputes

We represent public servants in:

  • Disciplinary proceedings and departmental inquiries
  • Promotion, seniority, and regularization disputes
  • Service rule interpretations
  • Writ petitions under Article 102 of the Constitution before the High Court Division

Our firm defends clients against arbitrary administrative actions, ensuring adherence to the principles of natural justice.

7. Workplace Harassment, Safety & Grievance Redress

We help both employers and victims address workplace harassment, including:

  • Drafting anti-harassment policies and setting up complaint committees
  • Representing complainants and accused in internal investigations
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant gender and safety laws
  • Advising on health, hygiene, and workplace safety requirements under the Labour Act

Wage, Bonus, and Compensation Claims

We handle cases and advisory work on:

  • Payment of wages, bonuses, gratuity, and provident fund contributions
  • Workers’ compensation under the Labour Act and Workmen’s Compensation Act
  • Minimum wage enforcement and pay disputes
  • Compensation for workplace injuries or death

Our lawyers calculate and pursue full statutory entitlements on behalf of employees or defend unjustified claims for employers.

9. Employment Transfers, Outsourcing & Restructuring

We advise on:

  • Employee transfers between departments or group companies
  • Outsourcing and contract staffing arrangements
  • Legal implications of restructuring, downsizing, or closure
  • Separation packages and exit negotiations

We ensure that all actions are legally compliant and minimize future legal risks.

10. Legal Opinions and HR Legal Support

We provide written legal opinions on:

  • Employee status and classification
  • Contract enforceability
  • Labour law implications in mergers or acquisitions
  • Applicability of international labour standards (ILO conventions, RMG codes, etc.)

We also provide on-call HR legal advisory for businesses requiring day-to-day legal support in employment matters.

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Questions and Answers ?

Do the police need to read the Miranda warnings before talking to a suspect?

The police must read the Miranda warnings before they interrogate someone who is in custody. Whether a custodial interrogation is occurring depends on the specific circumstances.

When are search and seizure rules triggered?

Search and seizure rules apply when law enforcement conducts a search that invades a citizen’s legitimate expectation of privacy. The expectation must be objectively reasonable in the situation.

How many criminal cases go to trial?

Very few criminal cases go to trial. Over 90 percent of all cases result in a plea bargain, in which the defendant pleads guilty or no contest in exchange for a lesser charge or lighter sentence.

Can I get an arrest off my record?

In some states, law enforcement will eliminate an arrest from an individual’s record automatically if they are not charged. Otherwise, you may need to petition for a finding of factual innocence.