Employment

Our Services

Employment Agreements

An employment agreement is a key document when hiring, whether it concerns senior executives or other employees. It often needs to address issues such as secondary employment, confidentiality, non-compete clauses, and, not least, the applicable form of remuneration. Our lawyers draft agreements tailored to your company’s specific needs.

Termination of Employment

We are frequently engaged in matters involving redundancies, dismissals for personal reasons, and summary dismissals. We review relevant documentation and guide you through the process to help you make informed decisions and avoid disputes.

Changes to Employment Terms

When bonus schemes or other employment benefits are modified, employee consent is often required. We provide the advice you need to plan and implement changes smoothly and effectively.

Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses

In recent years, protecting intellectual capital and know-how has become increasingly important. We draft confidentiality and non-compete clauses, as well as intellectual property provisions. We also offer strategic advice when an employee leaves the company, particularly regarding confidentiality, trade secrets, loyalty, and ownership of work results.

Union Relations

We help ensure that your company meets formal requirements for negotiations and information, even in complex situations, while maintaining good relations with trade unions. This includes matters related to collective agreements, business transfers, and other significant changes to operations or employment conditions.

Litigation and Arbitration

Our employment law specialists represent clients in all types of employment-related disputes. We have particular experience in cases involving dismissals, collective bargaining disputes, and breaches of loyalty.

Business Transfers

An employer’s rights and obligations in connection with business acquisitions or sales vary depending on the structure of the transaction. In close collaboration with our corporate team, we help you identify and resolve employment law issues that may arise.

Incentive Programs

We develop bonus and commission agreements designed to provide clear and predictable outcomes for both employers and employees.

Courses and Seminars

DLA Piper’s employment law team regularly offers training sessions, courses, and breakfast seminars on current topics in employment law.

Our Clients

Our clients include large and medium-sized Swedish and international companies as well as smaller owner-managed companies such as

• Industrial companies
• Media companies
• Consultancy companies
• Airline companies
• Banks and financial institutions
• Transport companies

Our broad experience with companies in various industries means that we are well versed in the conditions our clients face on a daily basis.