When you may need help
You are offered a contract in another language, a contract with a foreign employer or engagement as a self-employed person. Similar labels may conceal different rights and duties. We check what you undertake to do, when you will be paid and what restrictions remain after the relationship ends.
What we can do
- Review the type of relationship, applicable law and dispute resolution.
- Check pay, working hours, probation, termination and liability.
- Prepare comments and questions for negotiations with the employer.
What to prepare for the consultation
- The full draft contract, appendices and job offer.
- The employer’s country and actual place of work.
- Your agreements on pay, schedule and form of cooperation.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
A services contract and an employment contract are not interchangeable. Translation also does not replace legal review under the applicable country’s rules.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
Can you check only the disputed clauses?
Yes, the review can be limited to specific questions. Related contract provisions will still be needed to assess the clause in the context of the remaining terms.
Can I get help with “Employment contract review” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Employment contract review”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Employment contract review”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Employment contract review”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Employment contract review”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.