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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.
Legal content reviewed by Maître Cora Maglo, Avocate à la Cour, Liste I du Barreau de Luxembourg depuis 2009.
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.
Your need
You are hiring and want a compliant, protective contract.
Poorly drafted sensitive clauses are frequently struck down.
The risk
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 we help
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.
Method
Our engagement process
- 1
Information intake
You describe your need via a structured form or an initial call. Our digital tools serve only to organise this information and save time.
- 2
Lawyer qualification
Maître Maglo reviews your situation, identifies the legal issues and confirms the feasibility and exact scope of the engagement.
- 3
Transparent quote
You receive a clear fee proposal, a fixed fee or a range, before any engagement. Nothing is billed without your approval.
- 4
Legal work
The firm drafts, negotiates or litigates as required. Every deliverable is designed and approved by a lawyer admitted to the Luxembourg Bar.
- 5
Tracking and delivery
You follow your matter transparently and receive your finalised documents with the explanations you need.
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
Indicative timing
Delivery within 3 to 5 business days on average.
Fixed fee confirmed in advance
Depending on the type of contract and any specific clauses.
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.
Choosing Cerno means choosing over 17 years of experience
- 2013
- independent firm
- 2009
- at the Bar since 2009
- 7
- working languages
- 100+
- companies & SOPARFI structured
- 200+
- visas & residence permits obtained
- 170
- client nationalities served
- 300+
- due diligence reviews conducted
Around twenty M&A transactions supported · one of the best visa approval rates in Luxembourg.
Since 2009, we devote our expertise to your satisfaction: more than 85% of our clients renew their trust in us.
Testimonials
What our clients say
Had a consultation with Me Cora Maglo about my Luxembourg Blue Card application. She explained everything clearly: the process, timeline and documents I need, and helped me with my wife’s family reunification too. Honest and practical advice. I felt confident after talking to her.Farshid Pourlatifi
J’ai beaucoup apprécié le service de Maître Maglo : son sérieux, sa sympathie, son professionnalisme et sa disponibilité. Toujours répondu rapidement et clairement, avec des conseils pragmatiques, sans pousser à des procédures longues et coûteuses lorsqu’elles ne sont pas justifiées.Nathan Wirtzfeld
Super assistance and great support! Highly recommend. All my questions were answered, Cora and her team kept me updated all the time. I will definitely reach out to them next time for my residency.Tatiana
They talk about us
The firm referenced and cited
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Let’s talk about your matter
Describe your situation: you receive an initial analysis and a transparent quote, with no obligation. One dedicated lawyer, from start to finish.