File a wrongful termination lawsuit
Lawsuit filed in labor court challenging the termination of employment to establish its invalidity.
How to proceed
- 1
Please note the deadline
A lawsuit must be filed within 3 weeks of receiving the notice of termination.
- 2
File a lawsuit with the labor court
In writing or on the record at the court clerk's office; this can be done even without a lawyer.
- 3
Mediation session
The proceedings often end with a settlement (compensation).
Required documents
- Notice of TerminationMandatory
- Employment Contract
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 2 months
Official: max. approx. 3 months
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • The 3-week deadline from the date of receipt of the notice of termination has been missed
- • The original copy of the termination letter was not retained
Common reasons for rejection
- • 3-week deadline missed
- • Termination is effective both formally and substantively
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Employees who believe that the termination of their employment is invalid.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 65.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The 3-week deadline from the date of receipt of the notice of termination has been missed
- •The original copy of the termination letter was not retained
Common reasons for rejection
- •3-week deadline missed
- •Termination is effective both formally and substantively
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.
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Questions & Answers
How long do I have to file a lawsuit?▼
The complaint must be filed with the labor court within 3 weeks of receiving the written notice of termination; otherwise, the termination is considered valid.