The employment practice at Dentons has an established track record in advising on the full spectrum of matters, however employment litigation is a core area of expertise for the team. The group routinely acts for individuals in proceedings involving alleged unequal treatment and discrimination. Other key areas of instruction include redundancies, hirings, restructurings and remote working policies. Tomáš Bílek spearheads the department, and is highly regarded for his expertise in handling disputes concerning allegations of workplace bullying and unfair dismissal claims, as well as advising on changes of management matters. Ladislav Smejkal is well versed in assisting with sensitive boardroom matters, while Jitka Soldado's workload includes secondments, employment contracts, and outsourcing issues. Michael Mráček focuses on employment-related data protection matters and the hiring of top managers.
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Testimonials
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‘Dentons provides a full service covering all employment related topics such as data privacy queries, M&A/TUPE support and litigation. The team takes time to understand our business and market, and provide commercial advice. I can't fault Tomas and his team. They are responsive, clear and always available.’
‘Tomas Bilek - we couldn't ask for more.'
‘The team is exceptionally kind, approachable, and highly responsive. I particularly appreciate their practical approach to advising on labor law matters, skillfully connecting legal issues with the specific people and context involved. Additionally, their proactive communication about changes in labor laws and how these might impact the organization and its processes has been invaluable.’
‘Michael Mracek and Tomas Bilek stand out for their exceptional responsiveness and practical approach. What truly sets them apart from competitors is their deep understanding of the corporate landscape, paired with their ability to form strong, personalized relationships. They don't just provide legal advice; they tailor it to the specific business context, ensuring it's both relevant and actionable.’
‘Excellent cooperation and support in solving labor law problems.’
‘Dentons' representatives are always ready to help solve even complex situations without unnecessary delays.’
‘Diverse team in terms of expertise and knowledge.’
‘Tomas Bilek - high level of expertise and experience. Very good communication skills, flexibility and customer oriented approach.’
Key clients
- Valeo
- Mars Group (Mars Czech, Wrigley and Royal Canin)
- Zentiva
- ING Bank
- PPF banka
- Keyence International
- Nike
- Imperial Brands
- Adient
- Ferag AG
Work highlights
- Assisting the Valeo Group with the preparation and implementation of a unified work order and a set of internal policies applicable to all Czech entities.
- Successfully represented Zentiva in a complex dispute concerning the alleged unfair dismissal of a former senior employee.
- Advising Keyence International on a range of employment matters, including dismissals, remuneration issues and disciplinary measures.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Tomáš Bílek
Other key lawyers
Jitka Soldado; Michael Mráček