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Labor lawyer in Riyadh and Tabuk
Labor disputes touch everyday life: a salary paid late, a dismissal without a valid reason, an end-of-service award that never arrives, or a contract that says one thing while the job is another. The Saudi Labor Law sets clear rights for each of these, but reaching them depends on following the right procedure within strict deadlines.
Usus Law Firm acts for employees and employers alike, Saudi and expatriate: from the first consultation and an estimate of what is owed, through amicable settlement at the Ministry of Human Resources, to the labor courts, appeals and enforcement. Saudi courts work in Arabic; we prepare every filing in Arabic and explain each step to you in English.
Labor matters we handle
- Unpaid wages and allowances: claiming salaries, allowances and commissions owed under the contract.
- Unfair dismissal: compensation for termination without a valid reason, and challenges to dismissal decisions.
- End-of-service award: calculating the award by length of service and reason for leaving, and claiming it in full.
- Overtime and leave: overtime pay and payment for unused annual leave.
- Notice period: disputes over the notice period and compensation in lieu of notice.
- Employer claims: claims against employees who leave before the end of a fixed term or breach non-compete and confidentiality clauses.
- Compliance for companies: reviewing employment contracts, internal work regulations and dismissal procedures before they become disputes.
How a labor case proceeds in Saudi Arabia
- 1. Documents: contract, salary transfers, termination or resignation letter, and correspondence.
- 2. Amicable settlement: most labor claims start with a settlement request on the Ministry of Human Resources «Wadi» platform. We file it and attend the sessions for you.
- 3. Labor court: if settlement fails the case goes to the labor court; many hearings are held online through Najiz.
- 4. Appeal: we file an objection with the Court of Appeal within the statutory period if the judgment falls short.
- 5. Enforcement: once final, we follow the judgment at the Enforcement Court until the money is paid.
Numbers set by the Labor Law
End-of-service award: half a month's wage for each of the first five years and a full month's wage for each year after, based on the last wage. On resignation the entitlement is graded by length of service.
Termination without a valid reason: unless the contract sets an amount, Article 77 grants 15 days' wage per year of service for an open-ended contract, or the wages for the remaining term of a fixed-term contract, and never less than two months' wage.
Overtime: the hourly wage plus 50% of the basic wage.
Deadline: labor claims are not heard once twelve months have passed since the employment relationship ended.
Why Usus Law Firm?
Advice before action
We review your documents and explain your legal position and options before you commit to anything.
Grounded in the law
Every claim or defence we file rests on a statutory provision and written evidence.
Full confidentiality
Details of your matter go only to the competent authority, and only as far as the case requires.
Direct contact
One lawyer follows your matter and tells you what happened and what comes next.
Labor lawyer in Riyadh and Tabuk
Riyadh: Al Olaya, Khurais Road and Olaya Street intersection, Building 3061, First Floor. Phone and WhatsApp: +966 53 034 9349.
Tabuk: Al Muruj Al Awwal, King Abdulaziz Road, Building 8937. Phone and WhatsApp: +966 55 848 5838.
We also act in other regions of the Kingdom: many hearings are held remotely and powers of attorney are issued online through Najiz. Our branches in Riyadh and Tabuk.
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Frequently asked questions
Which court hears labor cases?
The labor courts of the Ministry of Justice. Most claims first go through amicable settlement at the Ministry of Human Resources.
Do these rules apply to expatriate employees?
Yes. The Labor Law covers private-sector employees whatever their nationality, including the end-of-service award.
How long do I have to file?
Twelve months from the end of the employment relationship.
Do I need to attend in person?
Usually not. A power of attorney issued through Najiz lets your lawyer act and attend for you.
What are your fees?
The first consultation is free. Fees for the case are agreed in writing after we review it.
Our work
Represented an employee in a lawsuit against a company due to unfair dismissal, where they obtained a judgment for reinstatement and financial compensation.
Handled a dispute between a company and several employees regarding delayed wages, where a fair legal settlement was reached ensuring the rights of both parties.
Related services
- Contract Drafting and Review including employment contracts.
- Legal Consultations
- Book a free legal consultation in Riyadh, Tabuk or online.
Laws and references
Saudi Labor Law and its Implementing Regulations
Law of Procedure before Sharia Courts
Enforcement Law