Restructurings present companies with considerable employment law challenges. Whether restructuring for operational reasons, mergers or relocations – forward-looking employment law advice is crucial for successful implementation. Our specialized advice ensures that employment law risks are minimized, legal requirements are complied with and economically viable solutions are found.
Before restructuring – strategic preparation
The success of a restructuring depends to a large extent on solid employment law preparation.
We assist with the planning and implementation of structural measures that facilitate restructuring, in particular
- Design and optimization of corporate structures and operational boundaries
- Development of restructuring concepts under employment law
- Identification and evaluation of collective bargaining and works constitution law framework conditionsAnalysis of co-determination rights and scope for negotiation
- Preparation of reconciliation of interests and social compensation plan negotiations.
By setting the strategic course at an early stage, conflicts with employee representatives can be reduced and economic flexibility maintained.
During restructuring – negotiations and implementation
The implementation of a restructuring requires close coordination with works councils, trade unions and other stakeholders. Our advice includes in particular
- Conducting negotiations with works councils and trade unions
- Drafting and negotiating reconciliation of interests and social compensation plans
- Assisting with conciliation committee proceedingsAdvice on the implementation of staff reduction measures
- Preparation and review of collective redundancy notifications
- Ensuring compliance with all deadlines and formalities under employment law
With our many years of experience in employment law restructuring processes, we guarantee efficient and legally compliant implementation of the planned measures. We also have access to a broad network of mediators and conciliation committee chairpersons, communication and outplacement consultants, if necessary and desired.
After the restructuring – post-merger integration and sustainable implementation
After the implementation of a restructuring, the decisive phase of integration and stabilization of the new corporate structures begins.
Our consulting approach includes in particular
- Harmonization of working conditions
- Adaptation of works agreements and co-determination structures
- Support for re-qualification measures and outplacement programsAdvice on compliance requirements and liability issues
- Implementation of long-term employment law strategies.
By systematically integrating employment law, we ensure the sustainable success of the restructuring and create the basis for a stable and sustainable organization. With our employment law expertise, strategic foresight and tried-and-tested solutions, we support companies in all phases of restructuring – in a targeted, efficient and legally compliant manner.
