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Employment - United Arab Emirates
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Band 3
What the team is known for

The Dubai office of Addleshaw Goddard maintains a group of skilled employment lawyers whose work has a notable emphasis on employment litigation, particularly within the DIFC and ADGM. The department is experienced advising on executive terminations and is also well versed in matters arising from claims of harassment and discriminatory conduct. On the non-contentious side, the employment team is frequently tasked with advising on the employment aspects of acquisitions and liquidations.

Work Highlights

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  • Addleshaw Goddard acted as defence counsel to Standard Chartered Bank in a DIFC employment dispute involving accusations of discrimination, harassment and victimisation brought by a former senior employee.

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Notable Practitioners

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Rachel Hill
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Rachel Hill
3
Band 3

Head of employment Rachel Hill is widely recognised for her specialism in employment disputes. She is also well versed in non-contentious matters such as the drafting of employment contracts and HR policy advice. She recently joined Addleshaw Goddard after leaving Hadef & Partners.

"Rachel Hill is our go-to lawyer for employment advice. She has years of experience in the market. She has kept up to date with the complex legislative changes that have occurred in the UAE."

"Rachel is a lawyer you want to have on your side for any contentious employment work."

"She is very confident and knows the market well. All conversations are very frank - she gets to the point quickly."

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Rachel Hill
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Rachel Hill
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