Employment Law Specialists in Spain
Employment Law constitutes the regulatory framework that structures relations between employers and workers, governing everything from contract formalization to termination of the employment relationship. This branch of law establishes the rights and obligations of the parties, determines applicable working conditions, and configures dispute resolution mechanisms arising from professional activity.
It is an area of constant application for both employees and companies, especially when discrepancies arise over contractual conditions, dismissals, substantial modifications, salary breaches, or business reorganization situations affecting the workforce.
At BGI LAW we provide technical and specialized counsel across all dimensions of the employment relationship: from drafting contracts and internal policies to defense in judicial proceedings. We evaluate each situation from a rigorous legal perspective, identifying applicable legal positions and developing strategies aimed at protecting our clients’ interests, whether workers or companies.
The Firm’s Experience in Employment Law
With presence in Marbella, Madrid and Vigo, and a track record spanning over three decades, at BGI LAW we serve individuals, national companies, and firms with international operations in matters related to individual and collective labor relations.
Integration into the BGI Global network expands our capacity to intervene in matters with transnational components or linked to international corporate groups. Our working model combines up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation, detailed contractual analysis, and practical experience in negotiation and litigation.
Legal Services in Employment Law
Our team of specialist employment lawyers provides counsel to companies, executives, and workers in the main areas of this discipline.
Hiring and Employment Relations
Contractual Modification and Termination
Disputes and Judicial Proceedings
Practice Areas in Employment Law
Collective bargaining and employment litigation
Employment relations and hiring
- Employment and senior executive hiring.
- Contract drafting and review.
- Internal policies and employment compliance.
Personnel management and reorganization
- Redundancies and restructuring.
- Employment audits.
- Collective bargaining and labor disputes.
Employment proceedings and Social Security
- Objective and disciplinary dismissals.
- Proceedings before the employment jurisdiction.
- Counsel on Social Security matters.
Collective bargaining and labor conflict
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Collective agreements
- Collective agreements.
- Mediation and negotiation with union representation.
- Review of collective agreements.
Labor conflict
- Counsel on strikes and mobilizations.
- Representation before specialized bodies.
- Proceedings before the labor authority.
Employment judicial proceedings
- Employment claims.
- Conciliation proceedings.
- Appeals and judgment enforcement.
Prevention and Social Security
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Occupational risk prevention
- Employer obligations in occupational health and safety.
- Liability assessment.
- Coordination of business activities.
Social Security and benefits
- Contributions and contribution bases.
- Benefits and incapacity.
- Claims before Social Security.
Labor inspections
- Assistance during inspections.
- Response to requirements.
- Representation in sanction proceedings.
Work methodology
1. Situation analysis
Examination of contractual documentation, communications, and relevant background.
2. Legal assessment
Determination of rights, obligations, and available procedural options.
3. Action strategy
Definition of negotiated or judicial route according to case circumstances.
4. Representation and follow-up
Intervention before inspections, administrative bodies, or employment jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions about Employment Law (FAQs)
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Do you advise both companies and workers?
Yes. We represent companies, executives, and workers, adapting the strategy to each case.
What should I do if I receive a dismissal letter?
It should be reviewed as soon as possible to assess the cause, form, and deadlines. The time to challenge is 20 working days.
Can you help with drafting employment contracts?
Yes. We draft and review contracts, special agreements, senior executive agreements, and confidentiality clauses.
Do you represent in judicial proceedings?
Yes. We act before Employment Tribunals at all stages, including conciliation, trial, and judgment enforcement.
What is a collective redundancy procedure and when does it apply?
It is a collective redundancy procedure for economic, technical, organizational, or production reasons. It requires negotiation and formal procedures.
What is the difference between objective and disciplinary dismissal?
Objective dismissal responds to organizational, economic, or technical reasons; disciplinary dismissal is based on serious breaches by the worker.
How does pre-trial conciliation work in employment matters?
Before trial, a conciliation form must be filed. We prepare the documentation and represent the client in this procedure.
What is an employment audit and what is it for?
It is a review of the company’s regulatory compliance. It allows detection of risks, avoidance of sanctions, and optimization of personnel management.
Do you advise on Social Security and workplace accidents?
Yes. We intervene in benefit claims, infringement reports, surcharges, and proceedings for workplace accidents.
What documentation do you need to analyze an employment case?
Typically: contract, payslips, internal communications, dismissal or sanction letters, and medical documents when relevant.
Contact
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