Labour and Employment Law is a dynamic area requiring a deep understanding of evolving workplace norms, industry-specific regulations, and strategic risk mitigation. At Smith & Partners LP, we offer comprehensive legal advisory and representation on all aspects of employment relations, workforce structuring, workplace policies, and labour dispute resolution. Our clients range from multinationals and SMEs to executives, unions, and regulatory bodies.

We routinely advise employers on drafting and reviewing employment contracts, executive agreements, confidentiality clauses, non-compete covenants, and severance arrangements that balance legal compliance with commercial interests. Our lawyers are known for helping clients structure employee incentive plans, stock options, and remote work policies that comply with local laws while enhancing productivity and retention.

One of our partners was on the legal team at a leading employment law firm that advised a Fortune 500 company on a multi-jurisdictional employee restructuring exercise. The project involved mass redundancy planning, negotiation of exit packages, and ensuring compliance with Nigeria’s labour regulations and international labour standards.

We are currently advising a multinational oil and gas service provider on internal investigations relating to workplace harassment claims. Our role includes reviewing internal grievance procedures, advising on disciplinary measures, and ensuring the process adheres to fair hearing standards and regulatory expectations.

Smith & Partners LP has also represented employees in high-stakes wrongful termination claims, securing favorable settlements and court rulings that reaffirm employee rights. We frequently represent clients before the National Industrial Court, the Industrial Arbitration Panel, and in mediations facilitated by the Ministry of Labour.

Our employment advisory unit regularly assists corporate clients in navigating regulatory inspections and audits, preparing employee handbooks, and offering training on workplace compliance. We recently developed a full workplace policy suite for a fintech firm, covering health and safety, anti-discrimination, whistleblower protection, remote work, and performance evaluation.

In a constantly evolving legal and economic landscape, Smith & Partners LP is your trusted partner in creating, managing, and sustaining employer-employee relationships that are legally compliant, productive, and future-focused.