Practice & Industry Groups

Labor & Employment

World Law Group's Labor & Employment Practice Group is made up of member firm lawyers working in these and related fields around the globe. They meet regularly both virtually and at industry conferences to exchange information about emerging HR issues, challenges and global solutions for multinational clients. The group also works on comparative law projects and resources, and organizes podcasts and other informative events for member firm lawyers and their clients.

Understanding the major and minor differences in legislation and regulations governing labor relations, executive compensation, recruiting, employment, training and development, employee relocations and human rights, and immigration, among others, is essential for multinational companies. Having a local guide with first-hand knowledge of the cultural differences from country to country can have a major impact on successful human resources management and your organization's ability to comply with local laws.

Our members have collaborated on cross-border mergers and acquisitions to assist clients on specific human resources law challenges, including multi-country workforce reductions, advising on the formation of multinational profit-sharing plans, and various compliance training programs.

This group is targeted toward member firm lawyers who assist clients with labor, employment, pensions and benefits, and immigration matters both domestic and cross-border.

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January 29, 2025

WLG's Labor & Employment Group held its first meeting of 2025 on January 21. Participants  discussed key 2025 trends, collaboration opportunities, and the L&E conferences taking place this...

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Legal Updates India
October 1, 2025

The guide explains in detail India’s foreign investment regime, taxation system, corporate governance framework, establishing a business presence, intellectual property and competition laws etc.
Legal Updates Thailand
September 29, 2025

Downsizing in Transition⁠: What Employers Must Know under Thai Labor Law. When downsizing, restructuring, or changing business models, employers must carefully navigate Thai labor law.
Legal Updates Thailand
September 10, 2025

On 26 August 2025, the Thai Cabinet resolved to postpone the enforcement of the Employee Welfare Fund contribution scheme by one year, moving the start date from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026.
Legal Updates Thailand
September 5, 2025

When Corporate Executives Face Prison⁠: A Landmark Case under Thai Labor Law
Thought Leadership Costa Rica
August 26, 2025

In Costa Rica, employers must secure permits and comply with labor rights to manage the workforce properly, from the start of the employment relationship through its termination.