Employment and Labour Law in Ghana

At Amoako Adjei Law Consult, we provide comprehensive legal services across all areas of employment and labour law in Ghana. Whether you’re an employer managing teams or an employee facing workplace issues, our team offers practical, results-driven solutions that balance rights and obligations under Ghanaian law.

We represent clients before labour commissions, tribunals, and in both negotiations and court litigation.

Employment Contracts & HR Compliance

Well-drafted employment contracts are essential for setting clear expectations and avoiding legal risk.

We provide legal support in:

  • Drafting and reviewing employment agreements

  • Fixed-term and permanent contract structures

  • Non-disclosure, non-compete, and confidentiality clauses

  • Employee handbooks and HR policies

  • Onboarding and exit procedures

Our services ensure businesses comply with the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651) and related employment regulations.

Related: Corporate & Commercial Law

Workplace Disputes & Grievances

Disputes between employers and employees can be disruptive. We act for both parties in resolving disputes amicably or through formal legal processes.

We handle:

  • Grievance redress procedures

  • Disciplinary hearings

  • Employee misconduct investigations

  • Conflict resolution and workplace mediation

  • Labour Commission proceedings

Wrongful Termination & Constructive Dismissal

Employees who are unlawfully dismissed are entitled to remedies under Ghanaian law. Employers must also protect themselves from liability.

We advise on:

  • Lawful termination processes

  • Redundancies and layoffs

  • Unfair dismissal claims

  • Constructive dismissal complaints

  • Severance packages and settlements

Related: Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Workplace Discrimination & Harassment

We support victims of discrimination and advise companies on creating fair, inclusive workplaces.

We provide legal representation for:

  • Gender, age, disability, and racial discrimination

  • Sexual harassment and bullying claims

  • Hostile work environment matters

  • Employer investigations and compliance training

  • Filing complaints with the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ)

Labour Union Relations & Collective Bargaining

Unionised workplaces must navigate labour relations carefully. We advise employers and union reps on collective agreements, negotiations, and industrial action.

We offer expertise in:

  • Union recognition and certification

  • Collective bargaining negotiations

  • Labour strike protocol

  • Dispute mediation and arbitration

  • Disciplinary actions in unionised settings

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

We guide businesses on meeting legal obligations for workplace safety and compliance with the Factories, Offices and Shops Act and related laws.

We help with:

  • Drafting safety policies and procedures

  • Risk assessments and workplace audits

  • Defence against OHS violation penalties

  • Employee safety complaints and investigations

 

Immigration & Expatriate Employee Management

Hiring foreign employees requires careful coordination of labour and immigration laws. We help businesses remain compliant.

We assist with:

  • Expatriate quotas and work permit applications

  • Drafting contracts for international hires

  • Tax and benefit structuring for expatriates

  • Labour inspections involving foreign employees

Related: Immigration & Citizenship

 

Get Legal Help Today

Whether you’re an employee facing unfair treatment or a business building a compliant HR structure, our team at Amoako Adjei Law Consult is ready to support you.