Employment law attorney in Dresden

Conflicts in the workplace can affect anyone - whether it's a dismissal, a warning, a dispute over a reference or problems with your salary. In such situations, you need an experienced Employment law attorney in Dresden, who consistently enforces your rights. Martin Reichelt advises and represents employees and employers in all matters of individual and collective labour law.

The Reichelt law firm in Dresden stands for competent, personal and solution-orientated legal advice. Whether you are facing imminent dismissal, negotiating a severance payment or reviewing a cancellation agreement - Attorney Reichelt will take time for your case and work with you to develop the best possible strategy.

Fields of activity in labour law

Labour law is a complex and multi-layered area of law. The Reichelt law firm supports you in the following areas, among others:

Protection against dismissal

A termination is often a shock for those affected. But not every termination is legally valid. The Dismissal Protection Act (KSchG) places high demands on the employer. Attorney Reichelt will review your notice of termination immediately and, if necessary, initiate a Action for unfair dismissal in. Please note: The deadline for bringing an action is only three weeks from receipt of the notice of termination (§ 4 KSchG). Therefore, do not hesitate to seek advice immediately.

severance pay

Contrary to widespread belief, in Germany there are no general statutory entitlement to a severance payment. Nevertheless, a severance payment is often agreed in practice in the case of dismissal protection claims, cancellation agreements and social plans. Mr Reichelt negotiates the best possible severance payment for you and also takes into account the tax and social law implications.

Cancellation agreement

A termination agreement ends the employment relationship by mutual agreement - but harbours considerable risks for employees. In particular, there is a risk of Blocking period for unemployment benefit (§ 159 SGB III). Always have a cancellation agreement checked by a lawyer before you sign it. Attorney Reichelt will analyse all clauses and negotiate improvements if necessary.

Warning letter

A warning is often the first step towards dismissal. Employees should take a warning seriously, but not accept it without checking. Attorney Reichelt will check whether the warning is correct in form and content and will advise you on the possibilities of a counterstatement or removal from the personnel file.

Labour contract

The employment contract forms the basis of every employment relationship. However, many clauses in employment contracts are ineffective, such as inappropriate non-competition clauses, expiry periods or overtime regulations. Mr Reichelt will review your employment contract and identify problematic clauses - for both employees and employers.

It is particularly worth consulting a lawyer before signing a new employment contract. Many employees overlook problematic clauses such as excessive probationary periods, blanket overtime regulations or ineffective transfer clauses. Attorney Reichelt will check your employment contract for hidden pitfalls and advise you on renegotiation options - before you sign. An early review can avoid later legal disputes and strengthen your position from the outset.

certificate of employment

Every employee is entitled to a Favourable and truthful reference (§ 109 GewO). However, the language used in references is full of hidden formulations that can have a negative impact on your professional career. Attorney Reichelt analyses your reference, identifies hidden negative assessments and, if necessary, enforces a correction.

Wage and salary

Outstanding salary payments, incorrect statements, disputes about overtime pay or special payments - conflicts about remuneration are among the most common labour law disputes. Attorney Reichelt consistently enforces your claims, if necessary also in legal proceedings before the Dresden Labour Court.

Works council and co-determination

In collective labour law, attorney Reichelt advises both works councils and employers. The Works Constitution Act (BetrVG) regulates the co-determination rights of the works council comprehensively - from recruitment and transfer to dismissal. Sound legal support is essential here for both sides.

The co-determination rights of the works council are set out in the §§ 87 ff. BetrVG and include issues such as working hours, the holiday plan and the introduction of technical monitoring equipment. In the event of operational changes such as mass redundancies, relocations or reorganisations, the works council is entitled to a reconciliation of interests and a social compensation plan. Mr Reichelt advises both works councils and individual employees on their rights in the context of co-determination.

Why a lawyer for labour law in Dresden is so important

Labour law is characterised by short deadlines, complex regulations and a large number of laws, collective agreements and works agreements. Even small mistakes can have far-reaching consequences:

• Missed deadline: The three-week period for filing an action against dismissal is a preclusive period. If it is missed, the dismissal is deemed to be effective - regardless of whether it was lawful.
• Prescribed signature: Anyone who signs a cancellation agreement without consulting a lawyer can suffer considerable financial disadvantages - from a suspension of unemployment benefits to a severance payment that is too low.
• Missing documentation: In the event of a dispute, evidence is crucial. An employment lawyer will advise you at an early stage on which documents you should secure.
• Negotiating position: Employers generally have more resources and legal support at their disposal. An experienced lawyer equalises this imbalance.

Lawyer Martin Reichelt recommends: Seek legal advice as early as possible in the event of labour law problems. The sooner you act, the more options are available to you.

About lawyer Martin Reichelt

Lawyer Martin Reichelt is the owner of the law firm Reichelt in Dresden. He advises and represents clients in all areas of labour law and traffic law. His advice is characterised by a clear analysis of the legal situation, honest assessment of the prospects of success and consistent enforcement of justified claims.

Attorney Reichelt emphasises the importance of Personal and trusting client relationship. Each case is considered individually - there is no standardised mass processing at the Reichelt law firm. As a lawyer for labour law in Dresden, he knows the local circumstances, the ruling practice of the Dresden Labour Court and the customs in the Saxon economy.

The Reichelt law firm is conveniently located in Dresden and easily accessible by public transport as well as by car. Appointments are available promptly - even at short notice for urgent matters such as a freshly received notice of termination.

Assumption of costs in labour law

Many clients shy away from going to a lawyer because they are worried about the costs. However, there are various options for covering the costs:

Legal protection insurance

If you have a Labour law insurance If you have insurance cover, this usually covers the legal fees and court costs. Mr Reichelt will clarify the cover note directly with your insurance company so that you can concentrate fully on your case. Important: Most legal expenses insurance policies have a waiting period of three months for labour law matters.

Legal aid (PKH)

Employees with a low income can Legal aid according to §§ 114 ff. ZPO. If the application is approved, the state will pay all or part of the court and lawyer's fees. Mr Reichelt will assist you with the application and check in advance whether the requirements are met in your case.

Counselling assistance

For out-of-court counselling, people on low incomes can apply to the Dresden District Court for a Counselling assistance certificate apply for a certificate. With this certificate, the costs for an initial legal consultation are only 15 euros. Attorney Reichelt accepts counselling assistance vouchers.

Initial consultation

The costs of an initial legal consultation are limited by law (§ 34 RVG). Within this framework, you will receive a well-founded assessment of your legal situation and can decide on this basis whether you would like to seek further legal assistance.

Special feature in labour law: In the first instance before the labour court, each party bears their own legal costs - regardless of the outcome of the proceedings (Section 12a ArbGG). This means that even if you win the case, you will have to pay your own lawyer (unless you have legal expenses insurance or PKH).

How to reach the Reichelt law firm

Arrange a consultation appointment now - by telephone, e-mail or via the contact form on our website. In urgent matters, especially after receiving a notice of termination, Mr Reichelt will endeavour to arrange an appointment as soon as possible.

Reichelt law firm
Attorney Martin Reichelt
Dresden

Frequently asked questions about labour law

What does a lawyer for labour law cost?

The costs are based on the German Lawyers' Fees Act (RVG) and depend on the amount in dispute. An initial consultation costs a legally limited fee. If you have legal expenses insurance, legal aid or a certificate of counselling assistance, the costs may be covered in full or in part.

How soon do I have to see a lawyer after a cancellation?

Immediately! The deadline for an action for protection against dismissal is only three weeks from receipt of the notice of termination (Section 4 KSchG). Once this period has expired, the dismissal is generally deemed to be effective. You should therefore contact a lawyer for labour law immediately.

Am I entitled to a severance payment?

There is no general statutory entitlement to severance pay. In practice, however, severance pay is often agreed as part of dismissal protection claims, cancellation agreements or social plans. The amount depends on many factors - length of service, chances of success of the claim and negotiating skills.

Can I contest a warning letter?

You can submit a counterstatement to the personnel file and request the removal of an unjustified warning. If the content of the warning is incorrect, formally incorrect or disproportionate, you have a good chance of having it removed. Mr Reichelt will review your warning letter and advise you on the best course of action.

Does my employer have to pay my legal fees if I win the case?

No - this is a special feature of labour law. In the first instance before the labour court, each party bears its own legal costs, regardless of the outcome of the case (Section 12a ArbGG). Only from the second instance (regional labour court) does the usual reimbursement of costs apply.

This article is intended to provide general information and does not replace individual legal advice. For an assessment of your specific case, please arrange a consultation with lawyer Martin Reichelt.