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Employment contract in Luxembourg

The firm drafts employment contracts compliant with the Luxembourg Labour Code: permanent and fixed-term contracts, probation, non-compete and confidentiality clauses.

In short

An employment contract in Luxembourg is governed by the Labour Code, which sets mandatory rules. Cerno Law Firm drafts permanent and fixed-term contracts together with probation, non-compete and confidentiality clauses, in order to limit the risk of requalification, of a clause being declared void, and of litigation.

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Responsible for legal content: Maître Cora Maglo, Avocate à la Cour, Liste I du Barreau de Luxembourg depuis 2009. · Applicable law: Luxembourg

Drafting of employment contracts in Luxembourg: key points at a glance

Fees, timeframes, documents and deliverables
Item	What to know
Fees	Fixed fee confirmed in advance. Depending on the type of contract and any specific clauses.
Indicative timing	Delivery within 3 to 5 business days on average.
Documents required	A description of the role and the remuneration The intended status and classification Any existing company template
Deliverables	A drafted employment contract Validated sensitive clauses A compliance note

A clear employment contract protects employer and employee alike. Its sensitive clauses, probation, non-compete, mobility, must meet strict conditions to be valid.

Cerno is a law firm admitted to the Luxembourg Bar; its digital tools only simplify information gathering, qualification of the matter and tracking of requests, never replacing the lawyer’s advice. The firm secures your hires and limits the risk of later litigation.

Drafting of employment contracts in Luxembourg: when should you call on the firm?

You are hiring and want a compliant, protective contract.

Poorly drafted sensitive clauses are frequently struck down.

What happens if you do nothing?

An irregular probation period, a void non-compete clause, a fixed-term contract reclassified as permanent.

A non-compliant clause can be set aside by the court.

How does the firm step in?

Drafting of a contract suited to the role and compliant with the Labour Code.

Validation of the sensitive clauses and HR guidance.

Practice areas

When to call on the firm

Hire on a permanent or fixed-term contract.
Frame a valid non-compete clause.
Secure a probation period.
Protect confidentiality and know-how.

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What reassures our clients

Confidentiality

Lawyer’s professional secrecy.

Speed

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Transparency

Fees communicated before engagement.

Expertise

Review by a lawyer of the Luxembourg Bar.

Simplicity

Under 5 minutes to open your case.

Fixed fee confirmed in advance

Depending on the type of contract and any specific clauses.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is a non-compete clause always valid?

No. It must meet strict conditions (term, territory, and consideration where required) to be enforceable in Luxembourg.

What is the maximum length of a probation period?

The Labour Code sets the probation period according to remuneration and qualification. The firm ensures it is compliant.

Can a fixed-term contract be renewed freely?

No. The use and renewal of fixed-term contracts are regulated; improper use exposes you to reclassification as a permanent contract.

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Founded in 2013; Maître Cora Maglo has been admitted to the Luxembourg Bar since 2009

2013: independent firm
2009: at the Bar since 2009
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4,7/5 on Google, 81 reviews

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