Have you received an employment reference from work in Germany?

After the end of the employment relationship, an employee in Germany has the right to receive a employment reference from the workplace (Arbeitszeugnis). This document plays an important role when searching for a new job, as employers carefully examine the wording and evaluations in the reference.

Russian-speaking attorney in Berlin, Alexander Stulin, helps employees review the content of the document and determine whether the reference complies with the requirements of German labor law.

A labor law (Arbeitsrecht) lawyer advises clients in Russian in Berlin and throughout Germany, explains hidden phrasing and helps protect employees' interests.

Legal assistance with an employment reference (Arbeitszeugnis)

A Russian labor law attorney in Berlin provides assistance:

• review of the content of the employment reference (Arbeitszeugnis)

• analysis of the employer's wording and evaluations

• identification of hidden negative phrasing

• preparation of a request to correct the document

• protection of the employee's rights in a labor dispute

Why it is important to check an Arbeitszeugnis

In Germany, employment references often use veiled wording that can negatively affect an employee's future career.

If the document contains incorrect evaluations or wording, the employee has the right to demand correction.

When receiving an employment reference (Arbeitszeugnis) it is recommended to contact a Russian-speaking labor law attorney in Berlin, Germany to ensure the document is correct.