NORWEGIAN LABOR LAW
Skilled labor law lawyers helping businesses navigate the Norwegian employment law
Employing staff in Norway comes with considerable responsibility, and keeping up with the legal framework can be complex. Our labor law attorneys stay fully updated and offer expert guidance on all aspects of Norwegian employment law.We assist with employee management from recruitment to termination
Labor law (or Employment law) always impacts individuals and governs the rights and duties between employers and employees. For employers, it's crucial to comply with the law to avoid issues later on.
Effective routines and processes for managing employees are crucial for your company's success and the well-being of your staff. Our main goal is to proactively identify potential conflicts and provide fair, effective solutions for both you and your employees. Our team of experienced lawyers is well-versed in all aspects of employment law and is ready to assist you throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to termination.
Helping you understand Norwegian labor law
Many Norwegian employers struggle to grasp the comprehensive and obligatory protections afforded to employees under Norwegian labor law.
Understanding this can be even more challenging for foreign employers, particularly when navigating mandatory holiday and holiday pay systems, strict regulations on working hours, and rules concerning termination of employment.
We are here to assist you in understanding and following all aspects of Norwegian employment law.
Labor law
- Hiring process management.
- Ensuring compliance with mandatory requirements of employment contracts and employment handbooks.
- Explanation and establishment of mandatory working hours and workplace regulations.
- Applications for extended working hours/shift permits.
- Facilitation of remuneration and payroll services.
- Ensuring compliance with holiday rights and pay requirements.
- Management of sick pay obligations.
- Explanation and establishment of leave of absence regulations.
- Guidance on equal treatment and discrimination issues.
- Assistance with HSE matters, such as applications for HSE cards.
- Privacy and control measures implementation.
- Handling dismissals and severance agreements.
- Assistance with acquisitions and layoffs.
- Ensuring compliance with collective agreements, pension, and insurance plans.
- Conflict resolution management.
- Assistance with work and residence permit applications.
- Applications for staffing agencies.
- Support for temporary staff hiring and staffing agencies.
Download guide & webinars
What is your responsibility when having employees working in Norway? Download guide.
DOWNLOAD GUIDEDownload a step-by-step guide on how to execute a dismissal process in Norway.
DOWNLOAD GUIDEEffective July 1st, 2024, the Norwegian Working Environment Act changed the rules regarding employment contracts. Watch the webinar here.
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