Employment law
Employment lawyer in Luxembourg
The firm advises both employers and employees in Luxembourg: employment contracts, dismissal, termination, harassment and disputes before the Labour Tribunal.
In short
An employment law lawyer in Luxembourg handles the employment contract, dismissal, termination, harassment and litigation before the Labour Tribunal. Luxembourg law is protective but bound by strict time limits: consulting a lawyer early determines which options remain open to you.
Responsible for legal content: Maître Cora Maglo, Avocate à la Cour, Liste I du Barreau de Luxembourg depuis 2009. · Applicable law: Luxembourg
Employment lawyer in Luxembourg: key points at a glance
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| Fees | Fees stated in advance. Fixed advisory fee or fees per stage of the dispute, communicated before any engagement, from EUR 1,500. |
| Indicative timing | In the event of dismissal, the deadline to challenge is short: you should seek advice without delay. The firm acts urgently where necessary. |
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Luxembourg employment law is protective and governed by strict time limits, particularly when it comes to dismissal.
The firm secures your HR decisions and defends your rights, on the employer side as well as the employee side.
Employment law: what should happen first?
For employees and employers alike, establish the facts and dates before acting. Notice dismissal, immediate dismissal and disputes during employment involve different procedures.
| Situation | Documents to retain | Initial legal check |
|---|---|---|
| Dismissal with notice | Dismissal letter, date of receipt, employment contract | Should reasons be requested and which challenge deadlines apply? |
| Immediate dismissal or hearing | Notice, reasons, chronology and evidence | Which procedural steps and dates require immediate attention? |
| Employer considering an HR action | Contract, rules, communications, factual record | Which legal requirements apply before giving notice? |
A dismissed employee generally has one month to request reasons for a dismissal with notice; any judicial challenge follows separate rules. Start dates and interruptions must be checked case by case.
Guichet.lu — challenging a dismissal
Discuss my situation with a lawyerEmployment lawyer in Luxembourg: when should you call on the firm?
Hiring, changing a contract, dismissal, negotiated departure: every stage carries a risk of dispute.
On the employee side, challenging a dismissal means meeting short deadlines.
What happens if you do nothing?
An irregular dismissal exposes the employer to compensation; on the employee side, a claim against a dismissal is subject to a strict limitation period (in principle 3 months, art. L.124-11 of the Labour Code).
A letter stating the grounds for dismissal that is too vague can be enough to make a dismissal wrongful.
How does the firm step in?
Drafting and securing of contracts and procedures, support with dismissals and terminations, and representation before the Labour Tribunal.
The firm advises early to avoid disputes, and defends firmly when a dispute is unavoidable. Our digital tools only organise information intake; the advice and representation come from a lawyer admitted to the Luxembourg Bar.
Practice areas
When to call on the firm
- Drafting or securing an employment contract.
- Preparing or challenging a dismissal.
- Negotiating an amicable termination.
- Acting in cases of harassment or a pay dispute.
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Simplicity
Under 5 minutes to open your case.
Fees stated in advance
Fixed advisory fee or fees per stage of the dispute, communicated before any engagement, from EUR 1,500.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to challenge a dismissal in Luxembourg?
In principle three months, failing which the claim is time-barred (art. L.124-11 of the Labour Code). The starting point depends on the procedure: notification of the dismissal, communication of the grounds requested by the employee within one month of notification, or expiry of the period the employer has to provide them. A written complaint sent to the employer interrupts this period and starts a new one-year period. The exact calculation must be checked on the documents, as soon as the letter is received.
Does the firm advise employers?
Yes, the firm advises employers as well as employees, provided there is no conflict of interest on the same matter.
Is an amicable termination possible?
Yes, an amicable termination is possible: a termination by mutual agreement is often preferable to a dispute, and the firm secures its terms.
Our approach
A pragmatic reading of every case
Our aim is not only to explain the rule, but to identify the most effective route to your objectives. Every matter is analysed from three angles.
Legal risk
The applicable rule, deadlines and possible points of dispute.
Operational risk
The concrete impact on your business, your contracts and your organisation.
Financial risk
The cost of a decision, a dispute or inaction, quantified upfront.
Expertise
Choosing the right support in employment law
You are an employee
- Have a dismissal or a change to your contract reviewed
- Analyse unpaid salary or a contractual disagreement
- Prepare the documents before a negotiation or a dispute
You represent an employer
- Check the grounds and the procedure before a dismissal
- Secure the drafting of a contract or an amendment
- Review obligations in case of harassment or conflict
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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
- 4,7/5
- 81 Google reviewsRead reviews
Expertise & authority
Ongoing review and analysis of Luxembourg and European case law
Avocate à la Cour, List I of the Luxembourg Bar since 2009
Trained at the London School of Economics, formerly at Clifford Chance and Bonn Steichen & Partners
Member of international networks: EILN, AEA, Cross Border Advisory Solutions
Every matter handled and approved by a lawyer admitted to the Bar
Support in French and English
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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.F. P.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.N. W.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.T.They talk about us
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