Employment and service law is rapidly evolving across Pakistan’s provinces. At Yahya Rashid & Co., we provide tailored, legally sound solutions to employees and employers — ensuring compliance, equity, and durable resolution of workplace disputes. Our team brings over 25 years of experience nationwide.
👨⚖️ Our Employment Law Services
Employment & Service Contract Drafting
- Executive & senior management contracts
- Public & private sector agreements
- Confidentiality, non-compete & NDA clauses
HR Policy & Regulatory Compliance
- HR handbooks & employee conduct codes
- Legal audits & compliance checks
- Provident fund, gratuity & social security
Wrongful Termination & Dismissal
- Civil Servants Acts & labour laws
- Unlawful termination, coercion to resign
- Representation before Labour Courts & Service Tribunals
Workplace Harassment & Discrimination
- Protection Against Harassment Act, 2010
- Gender/religion/disability-based discrimination
- Ombudsman, Labour Depts, & High Courts
Labour Rights & Industrial Relations
- Wage theft, overwork, bonded labour litigation
- Collective bargaining & trade unions
- Representation before NIRC & tribunals
💼 Legal Services for Employers
- Province-compliant HR policies & contracts
- Exit protocols, terminations & settlements
- Preventive strategies & dispute avoidance
- Defence in inspections, audits & labour disputes
📌 Workplace Discrimination Lawsuits
Denied promotions, unfair transfers or harassment? We file robust claims under labour statutes and international human-rights frameworks to secure reinstatement, compensation or declaratory relief.
⚙️ Roles & Duties of Our Employment Lawyers
- Interpret evolving provincial labour laws
- Vet contracts & HR frameworks for enforceability
- Strategize, negotiate & resolve disputes
- Advocacy before Labour Courts, Tribunals & High Courts
🧑⚖️ Common Cases We Handle
- Wrongful / unfair termination
- Workplace sexual harassment
- Salary delays or bonus denials
- Unjustified transfers / misuse of probation
- Forced resignations / constructive dismissal
- Gratuity / provident fund disputes
📋 Provincial Labour Law Compliance
Post-18th Amendment decentralization means each province — Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan — runs its own labour regime. We deliver province-specific compliance and cross-jurisdiction alignment for nationwide businesses.
🧱 Dispute Resolution & Strategy
We prioritise cost-effective pre-litigation remedies (internal inquiries, mediation, arbitration, settlements). Where needed, we litigate assertively before Labour Courts, NIRC, Service Tribunals and High Courts.
👨💼 Industries We Serve
Telecom • Banking/Finance • FMCG/Retail • Textile/Export • Government & Public Sector
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Frequently Asked Questions
🧾 General Employment Law
What is employment law in Pakistan?
It governs the employer-employee relationship — wages, hiring/firing, hours, leave, discrimination, harassment, social security and other rights under federal/provincial statutes.
Is labour law federal or provincial?
After the 18th Amendment, most labour subjects are provincial. Compliance is region-specific (Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan).
⚖️ Wrongful Termination & Resignation
What counts as wrongful termination?
Dismissal without legal cause, without due process, or in breach of contract/Standing Orders/provincial laws.
Can forced resignation be challenged?
Yes. Coerced resignation or a hostile environment may amount to constructive dismissal and can be challenged before Labour Courts or Service Tribunals.
What remedies are available?
Reinstatement, back wages, compensation, costs and declarations of unlawfulness — subject to forum and facts.
👩⚖️ Harassment & Discrimination
How is workplace harassment defined?
Under the 2010 Act, it includes unwelcome sexual advances, verbal/physical abuse, threats, or hostile environments based on gender, caste, religion or disability.
What steps can victims take?
Complain to the Internal Committee, approach the Ombudsman, and/or seek remedies via Labour Dept. or High Court depending on circumstances.
Are men protected too?
Yes. The law protects all employees regardless of gender.
📃 Contracts & HR Compliance
Is a written employment contract mandatory?
Often required/recommended under provincial law; it clarifies rights/obligations and protects both sides.
What must an employment contract include?
Role/duties, salary/benefits, leave, hours, termination, confidentiality and restrictive covenants.
Are probation periods legal?
Yes, typically 3–6 months if clearly defined; confirmation/termination must follow due process.
🏢 Employer Duties & Litigation
Core employer obligations?
EOBI/social security registration, safety, appointment letters, maternity/paternity benefits, non-discrimination, tax/labour fund compliance.
How can employers avoid litigation?
Compliant policies, accurate records, province-specific adherence, internal dispute processes, and legal vetting of exits.
Which forums hear employment disputes?
Labour Courts, NIRC, Service Tribunals and High Courts. Timelines vary; settlements are encouraged for speed.
🌍 Industries & Regions – FAQs
Do you offer employment law services in all provinces?
Yes. Yahya Rashid & Co. handles employment and labor matters across Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan, ensuring compliance with each province’s specific labor code.
Which industries do you serve for employment law matters?
Banking & finance, FMCG & retail, telecommunications, textiles & export units, and government & public sector.
🛡️ Why Yahya Rashid & Co.? – FAQs
Why choose your firm for employment law cases?
With over 25 years of dedicated experience, we handle complex labor disputes and regulatory compliance; represent both employees and employers; provide litigation and strategic advisory under evolving provincial labor laws; and deliver discreet, results-driven representation.
📞 Need Help? Contact Us – FAQs
How do I schedule a consultation with your employment lawyers?
Email us via the website contact form, call +92 333 4287640, or book an online appointment for a remote consultation.