Our employment and labour lawyers in Cyprus advise both employers and employees on contracts, dismissal, redundancy, workplace disputes and compliance. Based in Polis Chrysochous, Paphos, we act for businesses and individuals across all districts, providing practical legal solutions and preventative guidance before problems escalate.
How We Help With Employment Matters in Cyprus
Employment relationships work best when the ground rules are clear from the start. For employers, we draft employment contracts, policies and staff handbooks that comply with Cyprus law and reflect how the business actually operates, and we advise on disciplinary procedures, redundancy processes and day-to-day compliance questions before they turn into disputes. We also review existing contracts and workplace documents and update them as the law and the business change. Where a workforce issue affects several employees at once, such as a restructuring, we help plan the process correctly from the outset. Preventative advice at the right moment is almost always less costly than resolving the problem it would have avoided.
For employees, we advise on contracts and terms of employment, wrongful dismissal, unpaid wages and entitlements, redundancy and treatment at work. We also assist employees facing disciplinary proceedings or redundancy, making sure the correct process is followed and any entitlements are properly calculated. If your employment has ended in circumstances you believe were unlawful, we assess your position honestly, explain the remedies realistically available and act for you in negotiations or proceedings where that is justified. Strict time limits apply to many employment claims, so it is important to seek advice as early as possible rather than waiting to see how matters develop.
Because we act on both sides of the employment relationship, we understand how each side approaches a dispute, and we use that perspective to resolve matters efficiently and on sensible terms. Many employment disputes are best concluded through a well-drafted settlement agreement rather than litigation, and we negotiate and document settlements that give both parties certainty and a clean break. Where a hearing cannot be avoided, we prepare the case thoroughly and represent our clients firmly and professionally.
Our Services Include
- Employment contracts
- Wrongful dismissal claims
- Workplace disputes
- Redundancy matters
- Disciplinary procedures
- Employer compliance advice
- Settlement agreements
Effective Resolution, Protected Interests
We aim for effective resolution while protecting our clients' legal and business interests, whichever side of the employment relationship they are on. Employment matters often connect with other areas of our practice — see Contracts for commercial and service agreements that sit alongside employment arrangements, and General Litigation for representation where a workplace dispute proceeds to court.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do about unfair dismissal in Cyprus?
An employee who believes a dismissal was unlawful may be entitled to compensation, depending on the circumstances and length of service. Strict time limits apply to such claims, so it is important to seek advice promptly. We assess the situation honestly and explain the realistic options before anything is filed.
Does an employment contract have to be in writing in Cyprus?
Employers are required to inform employees in writing of the essential terms of their employment. Beyond that minimum, a properly drafted contract protects both sides by recording duties, pay, notice and other conditions clearly. Many workplace disputes begin with terms that were never put in writing.
Can my employer change my terms of employment?
Significant changes to pay, duties or hours generally require the employee's agreement. A unilateral change imposed to the employee's detriment may, in some circumstances, entitle the employee to treat the employment as terminated and claim compensation. Advice should be taken before accepting or refusing any proposed change.
What is a settlement agreement in an employment dispute?
A settlement agreement records the terms on which an employment dispute or termination is resolved, usually covering payments, references and confidentiality. Properly drafted, it gives both sides certainty and avoids further litigation. We draft and review settlement agreements for employers and employees, and advise on whether the terms are fair.