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Equal & Transparent Pay Litigation

Legal representation in pay discrimination disputes and equal treatment claims

Equal pay litigation addresses disputes over whether employees receive fair and equivalent compensation for equal and comparable work. The EU Pay Transparency Directive has introduced new reporting obligations and employee information rights, increasing litigation risk for employers. We represent employers and employees in proceedings before the Labour and Social Court and Equal Treatment Commission, defending claims or pursuing remedies when pay differences cannot be justified by objective, non-discriminatory criteria.

Who this is for

Employers defending equal pay claims or discrimination allegations
Employees pursuing pay equity claims against their employer
Companies managing pay reporting compliance and joint pay assessment obligations
Businesses facing sanctions for pay transparency violations
HR and legal teams requiring specialist support in pay dispute resolution

What litigation support includes

Pay Discrimination Claims

We represent parties in equal pay and discrimination claims before the Labour and Social Court and Equal Treatment Commission, defending against allegations or pursuing remedies when compensation differences violate equal treatment principles.

Pay Reporting Compliance Defense

We defend employers against sanctions and enforcement actions for violations of pay reporting obligations under the EU Pay Transparency Directive, including failures to report pay data or provide required information to employees.

Joint Pay Assessment Disputes

We advise and represent employers in disputes arising from mandatory joint pay assessments, including disagreements over assessment findings, remediation measures, or compliance with assessment obligations when pay gaps exceed legal thresholds.

Case Assessment and Strategy

We evaluate the strengths and risks of potential claims or defenses, reviewing pay data, job comparators, and legal precedent to develop effective litigation strategy balancing legal exposure with business considerations.

Court and Authority Representation

We represent clients in proceedings before the Labour and Social Court (Arbeits- und Sozialgericht) and Equal Treatment Commission, preparing filings, motions, and presenting evidence.

Evidence and Documentation

We gather, organize, and present pay data, grading structures, and legal arguments meeting evidentiary standards, including managing the employer’s burden of proof to justify pay differences.

Pay Gap Analysis

We analyze pay structures and comparator groups to support litigation positions, identifying legitimate justifications or demonstrating discriminatory patterns in compensation systems.

Negotiation and Settlement

We assist in settlement negotiations where appropriate, engaging with employee representatives or opposing counsel to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests.