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Unfair Dismissal in Saudi Arabia

For your matter in Saudi Arabia: Challenge unfair dismissal with a clear legal position and a plan to pursue your rights. BaghdadiLaw handles termination disputes, compensation, unpaid wages and settlement or litigation. Founded in 1957, our firm has handled more than 20,000 cases and legal consultations across its practice. Omar Al-Baghdadi leads the team with over 30 years of legal experience.

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BaghdadiLaw’s experience in unfair dismissal in Saudi Arabia

BaghdadiLaw brings nearly seven decades of legal practice, since its founding in 1957, to unfair dismissal disputes, with a firm understanding of termination reasons, procedure and the evidence supporting an employee’s or employer’s position. An unfair-dismissal review in Saudi Arabia asks whether the stated ending of employment matches the contract, evidence and applicable law. It is not enough to read a termination label. Expiry, resignation, agreed separation and employer dismissal can lead to different rights even where the last working day is the same.

The Labour Law distinguishes grounds for ending employment, notice and compensation. Article 80 addresses specified grounds for dismissal without the listed entitlements and requires an opportunity for the worker to state objections. Article 77 addresses compensation for unlawful termination subject to its qualifications. Compare the reason given at the time with later explanations. Preserve the full exchange; a changed explanation may require investigation, but inconsistency alone should not replace proof of the actual events.

We agree the work your matter needs: Seek correction of the termination record, negotiate an explained settlement or assess the appropriate labour dispute route. Quantify compensation only after identifying the legal basis. The deliverable is agreed for your file: A dismissal-ground review and chronology, identifying factual disputes and separating notice, accrued rights and potential compensation.

Our specialist legal team is led by Omar Al-Baghdadi, with more than 30 years of legal experience. Start online by WhatsApp or email, in Arabic or English, and stay in direct contact with the team within an agreed scope and fee. We operate in Saudi Arabia through licensed partners and lawyers. The responsible lawyer, authority and scope of local representation are agreed before work begins. Share relevant document copies through the agreed channel; keep National Single Sign-On passwords and verification codes private.

When is Dismissal Considered Unfair? And What Are Your Rights?

  • Dismissal without legal reason or in violation of contract terms
  • Termination without notice or during annual leave
  • Dismissal due to official complaints or rights claims
  • Denial of end-of-service benefits or failure to provide proper notice
  • Compensation for material and emotional damages due to termination

Why choose BaghdadiLaw for unfair dismissal in Saudi Arabia?

We help employees and employers protect their rights and manage disputes through direct advice and coordinated legal work. Our service brings entitlement claims, negotiation, settlements, complaints and defence together, with local representation through licensed partners and lawyers.

A practice established in 1957, with experience carried into every matter. The firm has handled more than 20,000 cases and legal consultations combined across its history. Omar Al-Baghdadi leads the team with more than 30 years of legal experience, bringing institutional knowledge and direct professional involvement to your matter.

Advice and representation in Saudi Arabia. We operate in Saudi Arabia through licensed partners and lawyers. The responsible lawyer, authority and scope of local representation are agreed before work begins. Share relevant document copies through the agreed channel; keep National Single Sign-On passwords and verification codes private.

Start online and communicate directly with the team. Request your consultation, share documents and stay in contact through WhatsApp, email or an agreed call, in Arabic or English, without an office visit for the consultation. We confirm the work, fee and responsible professional before starting.

Common questions

Before requesting advice on unfair dismissal in Saudi Arabia

Does citing a Labour Law article prove a dismissal was lawful?

No. Compare the facts with the conditions of the provision relied on. A notice citing Article 80, for example, requires examination of the specific ground and relevant process, not acceptance of the citation alone.

Is poor performance the same as misconduct?

No. Identify what is alleged and the records and process supporting it; the legal analysis should follow the actual ground.

Should I sign a settlement before checking the amounts?

Review what it acknowledges, what it releases and how payment is documented. A clear itemised account is needed to assess the proposed agreement.

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Your next legal step starts with a conversation

Need online advice or legal representation for unfair dismissal in Saudi Arabia? Contact BaghdadiLaw by WhatsApp or email. Our team discusses your matter and agrees the work and fees with you; our licensed partners and lawyers provide local representation within the agreed engagement.