Labor contracts – Drafting & Professional consulting

Labor contracts are an important foundation in the labor relationship between businesses and employees. A legally drafted labor contract not only helps businesses protect their rights but also minimizes the risk of future disputes. At DEDICA, we provide comprehensive labor contract consulting, drafting and review services, ensuring legal compliance and optimal benefits for customers.

Why are labor contracts important?

A labor contract is a legal document that records the agreement between the employee and the employer regarding the work, salary, working hours, rights and obligations of each party. A strong contract will:

• Ensure the legal rights of businesses and employees.
• Minimize labor disputes, avoid litigation risks.
• Demonstrate professionalism and transparency in human resource management.

DEDICA's Labor Contract Service

1. Draft labor contract

• Develop contracts with the right form and type (definite term, indefinite term, probationary, seasonal contracts).
• Incorporate confidentiality, non-competition, violation handling, and compensation clauses.
• Adjust terms to suit industry characteristics and internal regulations of the business.

2. Review & optimize existing contracts

• Check the legality and validity of the current contract.
• Propose adjustments to minimize risks for businesses.
• Update contracts according to the latest regulations of the Labor Code, Social Insurance Law, and OSH Law.

3. Consulting on handling arising situations

• Consulting on adjusting, terminating and extending legal contracts.
• Resolving disputes about labor contracts: unilateral termination, compensation, disciplinary action.
• Support businesses during labor inspection or litigation in court.

Labor Contract Implementation Process - Drafting & Professional Consulting at DEDICA

Step 1. Receive customer information & requests

As a first step, DEDICA works directly with customers to:

• Determine the type of contract that needs consulting or drafting;
• Receive relevant information and documents;
• Determine contract goals and orientation: ensure compliance with Vietnamese law, and at the same time be consistent with the enterprise's human resource policies and actual operating conditions.

DEDICA ensures that all information and data is absolutely confidential, solely for the purpose of legal advice.

Step 2. Analyze, evaluate & quote legal services

After receiving the information, DEDICA's team of labor lawyers proceeds:

• Analyze the applicable legal framework;
• Assess potential legal risks;
• Propose specific consulting directions and solutions to adjust and supplement content in accordance with the law and the enterprise's human resources policies.
• Send a detailed service quote, including:
  • Scope of work (drafting, reviewing, consulting, negotiating support);
  • Implementation time;
  • Transparent fees, commitment to no additional fees.

Step 3. Draft/Review detailed labor contract

After the customer agrees to the service, DEDICA begins implementing the main work — drafting or reviewing labor contracts, ensuring legality, transparency and maximum protection of the business's interests.

(a) Drafting labor contracts

• Develop contracts suitable for each target group, including:
  • Administrative staff, specialists, middle managers, foreigners, legal representatives, consultants.
• Clear and strict contract structure;
• Customize contracts according to specific customer requirements.

(b) Review and propose modifications to existing contracts

Once the customer has a contract form, DEDICA will:

• Review all contract contents according to the latest legal regulations;
• Identify and evaluate illegal or potentially risky terms;
• Provide a detailed review with a suggested edit sheet;
• Clearly explain the reason for the edit so that customers understand the legal impact and specific benefits.

Step 4. Hand over results & Support negotiation and signing

Once completed, DEDICA will:

• Handover of complete contract, including:
  • Vietnamese or bilingual version (Vietnamese - English / Vietnamese - Chinese) upon request;
  • Electronic files (Word, PDF) and printed copies (if confirmation is needed).
• Explain in detail the content and legal impact of key terms, helping businesses understand clearly when implementing in practice;
• Post-signing consultation (if any): guidance on handling cases of legal change, extension, postponement, or termination of the contract.

DEDICA accompanies businesses from drafting, signing to managing contracts, helping to ensure compliance with legal regulations and protect the interests of employers.

Advantages of choosing DEDICA

• A team of lawyers specializing in the field of labor and human resources.
• Timely update new legal regulations, minimizing risks for customers.
• Practical solutions, easy to apply, suitable for each business model.