Iain Skinner
DLA PiperAt the forefront of federal labour law mandates, DLA Piper is commended for its ‘expertise and experience to handle complex matters’. The team, which is chosen counsel for blue-chip construction, energy, and technology clients, is proficient in employee benefits, data privacy, and global mobility. Practice head Iain Skinner is well equipped to handle executive terminations, exit strategies, as well as confidentiality, free zone, and onshore UAE labour disputes. Nadia Akhter is adept in the employment aspects of M&A transactions and regulatory investigations concerning employee data privacy and employment litigation. Natalie Jones was a new arrival in February 2024.
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‘The team make every effort to understand your business and its needs. The team consistently maintains a quick turnaround time and ensure you feel supported throughout. ’
‘The team is very equipped, having the expertise and experience to handle complex matters. ’
‘We closely work with Iain Skinner in all employment matters, and he is able to cater to our requests mostly that come with very short notice. Since they understand our business, they provide all possible options for addressing the matter best, ensuring all parties are satisfied. ’
‘Nadia Akhter and and Iain Skinner were very attentive. They remained available for the growing number of queries we had throughout the actual process itself, and they steered us in the right direction.’
Key clients
- Lindamood -Bell Learning Processes DMCC
Work highlights
- Advising a multinational technology company on restrictive covenants following a senior employee’s resignation to join a competitor.
- Advising a retail brand on a global restructure, including workforce reduction and the harmonisation of employment terms.
- Assisting a multinational technology company with conducting an investigation into racism and bullying of staff members.
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Natalie Jones
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Iain Skinner