Implications of Brexit on Employment and Immigration Law Practice

The UK’s decision to leave the European Union sent shock waves that have been felt not just within Europe but across the globe. It is clear that Brexit will not happen quickly and is likely to be a complex and highly negotiated process.

In the meantime, companies need to think about the impact Brexit will have on their European operations and, in particular, the impact on their workforce. This course focuses on the short, medium and long-term impacts Brexit may have on workforce planning, mobility of workers, and local employment laws.

Join attorneys Sarah Henchoz and Louise Skinner as they examine what steps global companies should be taking now in preparation for the eventual Brexit, and what messages should be given to staff who will undoubtedly be feeling anxious about their future.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Recognize the potential short, medium, and long-term impacts of Brexit on your company’s European operations and workforce
2. Understand how Brexit will affect the mobility of workers between the UK and Europe as well as local employment laws
3. Identify what specific steps companies should be taking to prepare for Brexit, including communications to staff