
Dentons’ key strengths lie in employment contracts, internal investigations, terminations, and audits. Praised as an ‘outstanding practitioner’, Shiraz Sethi leads the team and is highly knowledgeable of employee benefits, while Catherine Beckett drafts employee contracts. Ali Al Assaad and Anna Terrizzi are other key team members.
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- ‘Shiraz Sethi is very approachable and practical.’
- ‘The team demonstrated a deep understanding of the case, showcasing thorough preparation and strategic insight throughout the process. Their grasp of the industry-specific nuances and local regulatory landscape was particularly impressive, allowing for well-informed guidance and timely interventions. This level of expertise not only instilled confidence but also ensured that all legal considerations were addressed with precision and foresight.’
- ‘The associates and partners handling the case were consistently professional, responsive, and collaborative. Their ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly and adapt to evolving circumstances was commendable. The coordination between team members reflected a strong internal culture of accountability and mutual respect, which greatly contributed to the smooth progression and effective resolution of the matter.’
- ‘The team is highly responsive, and as we have come to expect from Dentons, always correct in their employment advice.’
- ‘Shiraz Sethi continues to impress us. The responses are always correct, and in the most recent matter, Shiraz's insights into a particular labor law situation and governmental regulator for the sector were very important in determining how to handle a particular matter. Shiraz is truly an outstanding practitioner in this area.’
- ‘The responsiveness and strength of the guidance provided is amazing.’
- ‘The customer service has been amazing. They firm always responds to my questions and does a good job helping me address issues. Shiraz Sethi is great to work with.’
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Practice head
Shiraz Sethi
Other key lawyers
Catherine Beckett; Ali Al Assaad; Anna Terrizzi
