Legal Team
Research Profile
Research Topics
- German and European Labour Law
- Collective Labour Law and Co-determination
- Worker Protection and New Forms of Work
The legal research group examines questions of German, European and international labour law. Its work focuses on the legal framework governing work and industrial relations, including the interaction between European requirements and national legislation.
International cooperation and comparative legal perspectives shape our research. We discuss different legal systems with researchers and practitioners from other countries. Conferences and presentations facilitate exchange between academia and practice.
News
29.10.2026
Summer School – Lawmaking in the European Union – The platform work directive Recap Day 5
After a week full of new insights, in-depth work on the platform directive and many new connections, the Summer School concluded on Friday with a last group activity: a guided tour of the...
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22.10.2026
Summer School – Lawmaking in the European Union – The platform work directive Recap Day 4
Two weeks ago, the IAAEU Summer School for Young Researchers in European Labour Law took place for the first time at the University of Trier. This event brought together students, PhD candidates,...
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19.10.2026
Summer School – Lawmaking in the European Union – The platform work directive Recap Day 3
Two weeks ago, the IAAEU Summer School for Young Researchers in European Labour Law took place for the first time at the University of Trier. This event brought together students, PhD candidates,...
Read article : Summer School – Lawmaking in the European Union – The platform work directive Recap Day 3Our Work
Research
We analyse labour law issues and European and international influences on national legislation. Research findings are published in academic publications and presented at specialist conferences.
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Publications
Publications in academic journals, edited volumes and other scholarly works.
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Externally Funded Projects
Ongoing and completed research projects in labour law.
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Conference Participation & Presentations
Academic contributions at national and international conferences.
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Legal Opinions & Expert Activities
Legal opinions and expert statements on labour law issues.
Academic Exchange
Academic exchange is a central part of our work. Conferences and opportunities for early-career researchers encourage discussion of developments in labour law and connect academia and practice.
The Legal Research Group
Our team explores different aspects of labour law and its European and international dimensions. Cooperation within the research group, exchange with visiting researchers and links with the Chair of European Labour Law and Civil Law shape our research.
Institute Management & Secretariat
The institute management and secretariat support the legal research group’s academic work and serve as central contacts for organisational and institutional matters.
