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Demand Letter for Employment Disputes

Coming soon: formal demand letters for unpaid salary, wrongful termination, and withheld employment benefits.

Planned pricing: KES 3,500 when live

What this demand letter covers

An employment dispute demand letter is a formal written demand to an employer for unpaid salary, wrongful termination remedies, or withheld benefits — issued on advocate letterhead before you approach the Employment and Labour Relations Court or other forums.

Many employment disputes in Kenya involve clear sums (unpaid wages, terminal dues, unlawful deductions) that an employer has ignored despite internal HR complaints. A lawyer-prepared letter documents your claim and sets a deadline in language employers and their counsel recognise.

Noticus is adding employment dispute letters soon. Until intake opens, you can read the guidance below and join the waitlist to be notified when you can create your letter online.

What Kenyan law says

Statute references on this page are general guidance. Citations for this use case are not yet verified in Noticus letter-drafting — please review with your advocate before relying on them in a live letter.

Employment relationships in Kenya are governed principally by the Employment Act, 2007, which sets out wages, termination, leave, and statutory minimums. The Employment and Labour Relations Court has exclusive jurisdiction over most employment disputes under the Employment and Labour Relations Court Act, 2011.

Unpaid salary and unlawful termination may also engage constitutional fair-labour principles under Article 41 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, which protects fair remuneration and reasonable working conditions.

⚠️ Statute citations for employment letters are not yet verified in Noticus letter-drafting prompts — please review with your advocate before relying on specific section references in a live letter.

What it covers

  • Unpaid salary or wages
  • Wrongful or unfair termination
  • Withheld statutory or contractual benefits
  • Unpaid leave or terminal dues
  • Unlawful deductions from pay

Cost and timeline

When live on Noticus, employment dispute demand letters are planned at KES 3,500 with standard processing in 3–5 business days. Urgent turnaround (24–48 hours) will be available for an additional fee. This is typically far less than a litigation retainer for a single pre-court demand.

What happens if they ignore the letter?

If the employer ignores the letter, you may file a claim in the Employment and Labour Relations Court or pursue other statutory remedies depending on the dispute (e.g. unpaid wages, unfair termination). The demand letter supports your case by showing you attempted formal resolution. Time limits vary by claim type — act promptly and seek advice on limitation periods.

Frequently asked questions

When will employment dispute letters be available on Noticus?
This use case is coming soon. Join the waitlist on this page and we will email you when online intake opens. The guidance on this page is informational only until the service launches.
Can a demand letter recover unpaid salary in Kenya?
A formal demand is a standard step before litigation. It puts the employer on notice of the exact amount owed and a deadline to pay. If they ignore it, you may escalate to the Employment and Labour Relations Court depending on the nature of the claim.
Does this cover wrongful termination?
When live, Noticus will support letters demanding remedies for unlawful or unfair termination — including unpaid terminal dues and compensation where applicable. The letter cites employment law principles relevant to your facts.
Should I complain to HR before sending a demand letter?
Internal complaints are useful evidence but not always required. Many clients send a demand letter when HR has stalled or the employer has not responded. Include prior attempts in your intake so the advocate can reference them.
Which court handles employment disputes in Kenya?
The Employment and Labour Relations Court handles most individual employment disputes. Your advocate will identify the correct forum based on your claim. This page provides general information — not legal advice on your specific case.

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