works councils

Our exclusive seminars for works councils in accordance with Section 37 Paragraph 6 BetrVG are specifically tailored to your needs. In addition to in-depth training on works constitution law, we also offer a variety of special topics in the area of works council work. From organizing works council elections to co-determination in restructuring - with us you will find the right seminar for your individual requirements.

We run the training courses for works councils in cooperation with Ms. Andrea Menke. She holds an M.A. in Business Administration (FH), is a mediator and systemic coach. She is also a certified data protection officer in accordance with the DSC standard.

In certain cases, the works council has the right to seek advice from a lawyer at the employer's expense and to commission the lawyer to represent its legal interests. The Works Constitution Act contains various regulations that enable the works council to use the services of a lawyer and to oblige the employer to cover the costs. The most important provision is Section 40 Paragraph 1 BetrVG. According to this provision, the employer must bear the costs arising from the works council's activities, including costs arising from the (legal) prosecution or defense of the works council's rights.

It will often be necessary for the works council to enforce its existing rights under the Works Constitution Act or those of its members against the employer. In many cases, however, the works council will not be able to avoid seeking legal help to enforce its rights. The lawyer is then commissioned by the works council to initiate the labor court decision-making process. He prepares the application for the works council and represents it both at the conciliation hearing and at the meeting before the chamber.