Co-led by Martin Magál and Tomáš Bury, the team at A&O Shearman covers all aspects of employment law, from contractual issues, to privacy and data protection matters, to termination and litigation. The team helps clients prepare for and implement collective redundancies, including providing representation before labour authorities, as well as handling negotiations with trade unions and other representatives. Michaela Némethova's broad practice includes assisting with restructurings and employee transfers, while Lucia Hroš is noted for her employment litigation expertise, and regularly acts on behalf of employers in wrongful dismissal and wage compensation claims.

bnt attorneys in CEE fields a team of specialists in a range of employment mandates such as collective bargaining, immigration issues, illegal employment, TUPE matters and cross-border posting. Zuzana Chudáčková, who is particularly knowledgeable in tax issues related to employment, co-leads the team alongside Marek Laca. Katarína Babiaková is noted for her broad practice, and her focus on issues concerning the posting of workers to a range of EU countries.

Headed up by Stanislav Ďurica, Dentons' employment team assists clients with a broad scope of mandates, across a range of industries including banking, automotive, manufacturing and retail. Katarina Pecnová has extensive experience with the employment law aspects of transactions, including TUPE transfers, while Tatiana Jevčáková  specialises in assisting clients with day-to-day employment issues, including preparation of employment contracts and negotiation of collective bargaining agreements. Soňa Kurillová is recommended for her combined practice in employment and corporate law.

Kinstellar has extensive experience handling sensitive employment matters, including negotiations with executive managers, trade unions and employee representatives. Adam Hodoň as a registered tax advisor, is able to provide advice on social security and payroll issues, alongside business restructuring and its impact. Lívia Miklenčičová and Matúš Kočíšek regularly represent clients in employment disputes.

Taylor Wessing Slovakia handles a wide range of employment matters, including compliance, document drafting, and representation of clients in civil and administrative proceedings. Radovan Pala and Radoslava Lichnovská jointly lead the team; both are noted for their experience in employment-related litigation. Andrea Čupeľová is the go-to name for collective bargaining negotiations and employment issues arising as a consequence of M&A transactions. Tomáš Grell focuses on mandates relating to the employment of foreign nationals in Slovakia.

The team at Cechová & Partners covers a broad range of areas, including regulatory and compliance issues, whistleblower protection, and cooperation with third-sector organisations. Tomáš Rybár is the head of the labour and employment practice and works on a range of employment, compliance and privacy matters. Lenka Šubeníková regularly advises on the creation of procedures and HR policies, while Simona Haláková specialises in transfers of enterprises, outsourcing issues, and employee share schemes. Peter Fedor oversees the firm’s new office in Košice, with a focus on clients based in Eastern Slovakia, and particularly in relation to employment litigation.

CMS is well versed not only in all fields of individual and collective labour law, but also with regards to EU and international employment law; the team is closely connected with the firm's network of European offices, and can consequently support clients with their cross-border mandates. Juraj Fuska joined from Aldertree legal s.r.o. in February 2023 and is responsible for handling the employment elements of complex transactions, while Soňa Hanková is experienced in the employment aspects of restructurings.

Led by Veronika Pázmányová, the team at Glatzová & Co., s. r. o. provide a full spectrum of labour law advice to clients operating in multiple industry sectors, with the team regularly handling employment matters which arise from M&A work. The group regularly handles cross-border mandates. Jiří Sixta and Miroslav Ondáš are also key names from the team.

NITSCHNEIDER & PARTNERS is an independent boutique law firm providing comprehensive advice on the gamut of employment issues, from wrongful terminations to documentation reviews and HR training. Founding partner Dušan Nitschneider has experience handling employment issues both in and out of court. Danica Valentová typically deals with employee mobility mandates. Dajana Csongrádyová often handles internal investigations and whistleblowing matters.

PETERKA & PARTNERS expertly assists with hirings and dismissals, transfer of employees and internal HR regulations. Jan Makara leads the practice and has extensive experience in employment litigation. Kristina Cermakova is knowledgeable in a range of labour law issues, including collective bargaining with trade unions. Kristina Nankova is experienced in advising on the transfer and posting of employees. Lubomir Lesko is another key senior contact.

Led by Peter Oravec, the team at PRK Partners s.r.o. provides support with employment terminations and contractual issues, as well as cooperating with the firm's litigation practice to handle discrimination claims. The team has also recently been active in the sphere of closure of business operations. Ján Augustín and Elena Červenová are further key names from the group.

Wolf Theiss covers a broad range of employment issues across the CEE region, handling both contentious and non-contentious work, including transactions, terminations, and day-to-day labour issues. Joining from A&O Shearman in April 2023, Katarína Matulníková has taken over leadership of the team, and regularly advises both national and multinational companies on the full range of employment law issues, including restructurings and redundancies. Zuzana Hodoňová is experienced in assisting with contractual arrangements and employment policies, while Jozef Virčík advises clients on structuring transactions from an employment viewpoint.

Beatow Partners s.r.o's employment practice is focused on advising a range of domestic and international clients on employment contracts, collective bargaining agreements, employment termination issues and secondment of employees. Oliver Weber regularly assists international clients with setting up their offices in Slovakia, while Peter Mikletič advises clients on routine employment matters, such as transfers and dismissals.

bpv Braun Partners s.r.o., o.z. advises both local and international clients on domestic employment law issues, assisting with day-to-day employment matters, as well as regularly handling the restructuring of their businesses. The firm regularly engage in cross-border matters, particularly those that contain a German element. From Prague, Arthur Braun co-leads the practice with Bratislava-based Igor Augustinič.

Deloitte Legal s. r. o. assists with the gamut of immigration matters, as well as advising on individual employment relations. Matters arising from corporate restructuring and legal succession are also a core area of focus. Major names from the financial services and manufacturing industries make up a key part of the client roster. Dagmar Yoder is expereinced in advising clients on collective redundancies and management arrangements. Róbert Minachin leads the immigration group. Andrea Makarová, Boglárka Nagyová, Veronika Patúšová and Kristina Sílešová are further key names from the firm.

Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.'s team in Bratislava works closely with the firm's branch in the Czech Republic to advise clients in both jurisdictions, as well as assisting with cross-border for both local and international clients across the broader region. Jana Sapáková leads the team, and is supported by Austrian-qualified practitioner Bernhard Hager, who has significant experience in employment litigation and related tax issues. Štefan Palkovič and Simona Makúchová are also noted.

G. Lehnert s.r.o. provides clients with support and advisory services across a range of issues relating to employment law, including the transfer of employees, day-to-day management of employment issues, internal document drafting, negotiations, and terminations. Tomáš Luščoň leads the contracts and negotiation team. Jana Hamarová primarily deals with administrative proceedings, while Anna Cyprichová  specialises in contractual compliance and public procurement matters. Branislav Chovančík is also recommended.

HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW provides employment services ranging from day-to-day advice and document drafting, to representation before courts and administrative authorities. The team also assist with immigration issues, including work, residence and employment permits. Jan Koval, Štěpán Štarha and Ondřej Majer are the trio leading the team. Lenka Ostró regularly handles day-to-day issues between employers and employees. Zuzana Hargašová coordinates on cross-border projects related to posting of employees abroad, while Josef Krkošek specialises in employment litigation.

Paul Q Law Firm assists clients with their day-to-day operations, including drafting employee contracts and internal policies, as well as representing them in employment litigation. Boris Brhlovič and Dominika Schweighoferová both bring significant epxertise in commercial and contractual matters to the group. Zuzana Krajčovičová is a key name for contentious mandates.

RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS's team provides domestic and international clients with advice on employment matters related to all levels of staff, from workers governed by trade unions, to senior executives. The firm handles a wide range of recruitment, termination, immigration, and health and safety matters. Adriana Kováčiková focuses on employment law issues arising out of corporate transactions. Dana Nemčíková and Martina Poliačiková round out the roster of recommended practitioners.

The labour employment practice at Schönherr Rechtstanwälte GmbH, o.z. (Schoenherr Slovakia) advises clients from numerous industry sectors on a wide variety of issues, including restructurings and collective agreements. Assisting with health and safety mandates is another core area of focus. Peter Devinsky leads the group and has experience in employment-related disputes involving employees of all levels up to senior executives. Maria Gabriella Manzone advises domestic and international clients on various aspects of labour law, including establishment and termination of employment relationships.

SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o. advises a range of clients, from individuals and small businesses, to national and multinational corporations in the transport, energy and retail industries. The firm has five offices across Slovakia, allowing the team to service clients across the whole country. Andrej Guba specialises in labour and employment law, focusing on the termination of employment relations, including negotiation of termination conditions in complex cases. Milan Gocník, Simona Horáková, Andrej Rolfes and Barbora Mihaliková are further key members of the team.

Led by Małgorzata Grzelak from the firm's Polish office, Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o.'s team in Slovakia handles a mix of contentious and non-contentious mandates for domestic and international corporations, dealing with employment issues from representation in litigation to internal investigations. Bratislava-based Katarína Ottová advises on business transfers, cross-border mobility and redundancy of employees, while Lenka Vagundov focuses on mass dismissals and collective bargaining with trade unions.

Stentors supports international clients with local law issues, regularly advising on the hiring of new employees, creating and negotiating internal regulations and guidelines, and assisting with notifications to authorities. Team lead Peter Neštepný is instructed both by private individuals and multinational corporations. Lenka Tomanová is noted for her focus on termination claims.