As an experienced lawyer specialising in employment law in Cologne, I - Helmer Tieben - advise and represent both employees and employers competently, in a solution-oriented manner and with over 15 years of experience. Whether dismissal, warnings or questions about Employment contractI am your contact in Cologne's Südstadt district - personal, committed and with comprehensive expertise.
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I have been working as a lawyer for labour law in Cologne for over 15 years and have in-depth practical experience from hundreds of clients. I am a member of the Cologne Bar Association and am very familiar with the customs and peculiarities of labour law in NRW. Clients particularly appreciate my direct availability, realistic assessment and negotiating skills - both in and out of court.
📍 Law firm in Cologne-Südstadt (Sachsenring 34, near Ulrepforte)
A specialised lawyer is a lawyer who has demonstrated special theoretical knowledge and practical experience in a particular area of law. The title of specialist lawyer is awarded by the respective Bar Association. Even without this title, a lawyer can have many years of experience and in-depth specialisation in employment law - as is the case with my many years of experience.
Many clients come to me with a specific concern that requires quick and competent help. These include, for example
✔️ Cancellation received or Severance payment offered get
✔️ Check warning letter or prepare a counter-reaction
✔️ Cancellation agreement check or negotiate
✔️ Wages not paid - action for wages
✔️ Certificate is negative - certificate correction
✔️ Bullying or bossing in the workplace
✔️ Questions about the Minimum wage or for continued payment of wages
✔️ Unclear provisions in the employment contract
If you have a Cancellation received you only have three weeks to file an action for unfair dismissal with the Labour Court. labour court (§ 4 KSchG). If this deadline is missed, the dismissal is deemed effective - regardless of whether it was justified.
I will check for you:
➡️ Find out more: Received notice of termination? What employees in Cologne should do
Over the past few years, I have advised numerous employees Employment Court Cologne, 02.07.2014, Case No.: 14 Ga 65/14 and often reached an out-of-court settlement with a fair severance payment. Do not allow yourself to be pressurised into signing prematurely - especially not in the case of a termination agreement.
➡️ Find out more: Calculating severance pay - What you are really entitled to
I also offer legally compliant, tried and tested advice for employers and managers - whether in the legally compliant drafting of employment contracts, operational changes, dealing with problem employees or preparing a dismissal.
➡️ Find out more: Labour law for employers - your rights and obligations
🔹 15+ years of experience in labour law in Cologne and NRW
🔹 More than 500 mandates successfully processed
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🗨️ „With his calm, matter-of-fact manner, Mr Tieben guided me through my dismissal action in the best possible way - with success!“ - Client from Cologne (Source: ProvenExpert)
After receiving notice of termination, employees only have a period of three weeks to file a complaint with the labour court. If this deadline is not met, the dismissal is usually deemed legally valid. A competent lawyer for labour law in Cologne, such as Helmer Tieben, will be at your side to assert your rights in due time and represent you in court.
A warning does not necessarily have to be accepted. Employees have the right to write a counterstatement or to contest the warning. Cologne labour law lawyer Tieben will help you to check the wording and react in a legally compliant manner.
Yes, there is special protection against dismissal for certain groups of people such as works council members, pregnant women, severely disabled persons or parents on parental leave. If you have any questions about this, please seek individual advice from a labour law lawyer in Cologne.
Bullying by colleagues or superiors is a serious breach of the employer's duty of care. A labour law lawyer in Cologne such as Helmer Tieben will support you in taking legal action against bullying and protecting your rights.
An employment contract should contain clear information about the contracting parties, the job, working hours, remuneration and other provisions. Our labour law firm in Cologne will be happy to check or draw up your contract in order to avoid disputes at a later date.
If wages are not paid or are paid late, employees should request payment from their employer in writing. A lawyer for labour law in Cologne can help you enforce your claims, even in disputes about minimum wage or continued remuneration in the event of illness.
No. A cancellation agreement can have far-reaching consequences, e.g. for your entitlement to unemployment benefit. It is essential that you seek advice from the best labour law lawyer in Cologne, such as Helmer Tieben, before signing.
An unfavourably worded reference can have a negative impact on your professional future. An experienced Lawyer in Cologne will help you to professionally review your reference and analyse it for possible hidden wording. Our employment law firm in Cologne provides you with comprehensive support in the enforcement of a truthful and favourable reference, including in court if necessary.
