Employer representation at a DGK hearing
A legal professional presents your position at the Labour Disputes Commission hearing and answers its questions.
A brief initial phone call is free, with no obligation to proceed.
The benefits of representation at the hearing
At the hearing, it is important to present arguments clearly and answer the Commission’s questions accurately.
Your position defended by a legal professional familiar with DGK proceedings
We substantiate the employer’s position with employment law and the evidence in the case. We address the employee’s arguments and contest unfounded claims.
You do not have to attend the hearing
Our legal professional attends the hearing, presents the employer’s position and answers the Commission’s questions. You save time and avoid the stress of the hearing.
We already know the case
If we prepared the response, we already know the circumstances, evidence and the position agreed with you. There is no need to explain everything again to another representative.
You know what to do after the decision
We explain what the Commission’s decision means for you, what steps to take and the applicable deadlines. If you disagree with the decision, we discuss the option of going to court.
How representation works
Discussion and preparation
We confirm the hearing time and discuss any new circumstances or documents. If you have not worked with us before, we first establish which case materials are needed.
Hearing
We attend the hearing, present your position and answer the Commission’s questions.
After the hearing
We inform you of the Commission’s decision. If you disagree with it, you may file a court claim within one month of the date of the DGK decision.
DGK document review
Stage 1: assessment of the case’s prospects.
Preparation of a response to DGK
Stage 2: a written response to the employee’s claims.
DGK decisions in favour of employers
Examples of labour disputes in which we represented clients.
Daily subsistence allowances and compensation for unused leave
The Commission found that the employee’s claims were not supported by evidence.
Dismissal under Article 58 of the Labour Code
The Commission found that the employer had grounds to terminate the employment contract for a serious breach of employment duties.
Wage dispute
The employee alleged that wages had been calculated and paid incorrectly. The employer submitted a response and accounting records.
Every case has its own circumstances. Past results do not guarantee the same outcome in another case.
All successful casesDocuments to send
Start with the DGK notice and the employee’s application. After reviewing them, we will identify any additional documents needed.
- DGK notice
- Employee’s application to DGK
- Employment contract and amendments
- Orders relating to the dispute
- Working time and payroll records
- Correspondence with the employee
Questions about representation at the hearing
Need a representative at a DGK hearing?
Leave your contact details. We will discuss your situation, documents and hearing time. We will contact you within one business day of receiving your enquiry.
Hearing only a few days away? Call us +370 690 80000. We will assess whether there is time to prepare and, if needed, submit a reasoned request to adjourn the hearing.
Would you like to send the DGK documents now? info@sostinesteise.lt