We represent clients across India in all types of labour law litigation matters. Our team of experienced advocates appears regularly before Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals, High Courts, and other quasi-judicial authorities.
From disputes involving termination, dismissal, retrenchment, and disciplinary actions to complex issues relating to trade unions, strikes, and wage claims—we offer comprehensive legal support at every stage.
Labour Courts and Industrial Tribunals
We represent clients in a wide range of disputes before Labour Courts and Industrial Tribunals across India. These include cases related to wrongful termination, retrenchment, suspension, and wage disputes. Our team ensures thorough preparation and strategic representation in compliance with the Industrial Disputes Act and other applicable laws. We also handle issues arising from collective bargaining agreements and standing orders. With extensive experience in litigation, we assist employers in navigating complex labour-related proceedings while safeguarding their interests. Our aim is to ensure fair outcomes and maintain industrial harmony through effective legal solutions.
High Courts and Supreme Court
For matters that escalate beyond tribunals, we collaborate with senior advocates and legal associates to represent clients before the High Courts and the Supreme Court of India. Our services include drafting of writ petitions, special leave petitions (SLPs), appeals, and review applications under labour and employment laws. We ensure each case is backed by strong legal reasoning, detailed research, and strategic presentation. Whether it involves challenging tribunal awards or seeking urgent relief, we provide effective appellate and constitutional remedies through our trusted network of legal experts at the highest levels of judiciary.
EPF Appellate Tribunal & ESI Court
We offer end-to-end legal support in matters relating to Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) compliance and disputes. Our representation before the EPF Appellate Tribunal and ESI Court includes appeals against assessments, penalty orders, and recovery proceedings initiated by authorities. We assist in defending establishments against wrongful claims, while also ensuring that all procedural requirements are met. Our approach combines a thorough understanding of the statutory framework with practical insights, helping clients resolve issues effectively and maintain compliance with social security laws.
Conciliation, Adjudication & Arbitration
Dispute resolution is a critical component of managing industrial relations. We guide clients through conciliation proceedings before Labour Commissioners and help resolve matters without the need for litigation. Where disputes remain unresolved, we assist with adjudication before labour courts or opt for arbitration, depending on the case. Our team facilitates a legally sound and commercially viable resolution strategy. Whether the issue concerns wage negotiations, service conditions, or union disputes, we work to protect our client’s interests while promoting a cooperative industrial environment through fair and effective legal means.
Employee Disputes and Disciplinary Actions
Managing employee disputes and disciplinary actions requires a balance between legal compliance and workplace sensitivity. We assist employers in handling cases of misconduct, insubordination, poor performance, and violation of company policies. Our services include drafting charge sheets, conducting domestic inquiries, advising on suspension or termination, and defending disciplinary decisions before legal forums. We ensure that all procedures comply with principles of natural justice and applicable labour laws. By providing both preventive and remedial support, we help maintain workplace discipline while minimizing the risk of legal challenges.
Collective and Individual Settlements under Labour Laws
Settlements—both individual and collective—play a vital role in resolving industrial disputes amicably. We assist in drafting, negotiating, and finalizing settlements under the Industrial Disputes Act, whether arising from conciliation, mutual understanding, or court directions. For collective bargaining situations, we engage with trade unions to arrive at fair and sustainable agreements. In individual cases, we ensure the employee’s rights and employer’s interests are both adequately addressed. Our focus is on achieving lasting solutions that reduce litigation, uphold legal standards, and contribute to stable employee-employer relations.
Whether it’s representing management in court proceedings or advising on settlement strategies under the Industrial Disputes Act, H L Kumar & Associates ensure timely and effective resolutions in the best interest of our clients.
Our PAN India presence allows us to handle matters seamlessly across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring consistent and strategic litigation support wherever needed.
