Supporting Employees in Divorce Proceedings: What Are the Legal and HR Steps?

What is the concession given to an employee if he/she has to attend court for divorce on a regular basis? Please help me with this as we have an employee who is undergoing a divorce case. Are there any legal obligations or laws for this? How do we maintain the records? Do they have to submit any proof that such and such case is ongoing? Please help me with this query.

Thank you.

Hi Mousmi, there is no legal obligation for this situation. This is purely a personal issue of an employee. If the employee has to attend the court hearing, then he/she should apply for leave accordingly.

Could you please advise which country you are from? In South Africa, if an employee is to attend a court hearing, the employee is to be granted leave.

Interpersonal Relationships in the Workplace

Another thing to keep in mind is the interpersonal relationship between the organization and the employee. Is the employee a great asset to the company? Providing support during difficult personal trials can be a huge motivator for employees.

Thanks,

Regards,
Clare