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Reviewing employment contracts
Your own lawyer will go over your contract
Reviewing employment contracts or director’s service contracts
Are you signing a new employment contract or changing an existing one? If there is a term in the contract that you don’t understand, go over the contract with the union’s employment lawyer before committing. The goal is simple: you understand what you are agreeing to.
A good start to the employment relationship
Go over the employment contract with a lawyer in plain language.
Certainty and clarity
You know what to accept and what to ask to be changed.
Security and advice
You get peace of mind and avoid surprises later by identifying risks and reading the small print.
“I will never sign an employment contract again without the union’s lawyers.”
Reviewing employment contracts
How to get in touch
The review of employment contracts or directors’ service contracts and advisory services are included in your membership, and our lawyers will help if you don’t understand a specific term in the contract. You can easily contact the legal services of the Professionals of Business and Technology. Our lawyers will usually respond to you within 1–2 business days – during peak times it may take a little longer. Please contact us in good time so that we have the time to help you in the best possible way. To ensure smooth service, please contact us through one channel only.
Employment counselling
Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
tel. +358 20 155 8815 | (mobile phone charge/local network fee)
What to do
Prepare the documents in advance and go over the legal questions you want an answer to. Include background information, such as
- employer’s name
- description of the problem
- information about the employment relationship (permanent/fixed-term, duration, etc.)
- a copy of the employment contract, a copy of the payslip and information on the applicable collective agreement if the matter relates to the terms of the employment relationship
Security from the union
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Legal services
When things don’t go according to the contract
Legal advice is included in the membership of the Professionals of Business and Technology and is available every business day.
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Summary
The Professionals of Business and Technology (Tradenomit) provides an employment contract review service included in union membership. Before signing a new employment contract or amending an existing one—including director's service contracts—members can have union employment lawyers review terms in plain language to ensure clarity, identify risks, and avoid future complications. Members can submit documents and inquiries via phone or email, with typical response times of 1–2 business days.
Key Facts
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Reviewing employment contracts or directors’ service contracts and legal advisory services are fully included in Tradenomit membership.
The review of employment contracts or directors’ service contracts and advisory services are included in your membership
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Union lawyers typically respond to contract review inquiries within 1 to 2 business days.
Our lawyers will usually respond to you within 1–2 business days – during peak times it may take a little longer.
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Employment counselling is reachable Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by phone at +358 20 155 8815 or by email at legal@tradenomi.fi.
Employment counselling Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3 p.m. tel. +358 20 155 8815 | (mobile phone charge/local network fee) legal@tradenomi.fi
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Contract review requests require background details including the employer's name, contract copy, employment status, problem description, payslip, and applicable collective agreement.
Include background information, such as employer’s name description of the problem information about the employment relationship (permanent/fixed-term, duration, etc.) a copy of the employment contract, a copy of the payslip and information on the applicable collective agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary goal of reviewing an employment contract with the union's lawyer?
The primary goal is to ensure you fully understand what you are agreeing to, identify potential legal risks, read the fine print, and know what terms to accept or negotiate before committing.
Is the employment contract review service included in my membership?
Yes, the review of employment contracts or director's service contracts and general advisory services are included in your membership benefits at no additional cost.
How quickly can I expect a response regarding a contract review?
Lawyers generally respond within 1–2 business days, though response times may be slightly longer during peak periods.
What documents and information should I prepare before contacting legal services?
Prepare your documents in advance, identify your specific legal questions, and provide background details including the employer name, problem description, employment relationship type/duration, contract copy, payslip, and any applicable collective agreement.
Entities
Professionals of Business and Technology ORGANIZATION
The trade union representing business and technology professionals in Finland, offering legal services, contract reviews, and salary counseling to its members.
Employment Lawyer PERSON
In-house legal counsel specializing in labor law who review contracts and advise union members.
Digilawyer / Oma Luottamusmies service PRODUCT
Digital automated self-service legal tools provided to members for quick answers on employment matters.
Legal Protection Benefit PRODUCT
A union membership benefit covering legal counsel and litigation expenses arising from employment disputes.