How to File a Labor Complaint in Stockholm, Sweden: A Stepwise Legal Guide?

Facing Issues at Work in Stockholm?

In a working environment, it’s normal to have disputes of different sorts, including unpaid wages, unfair dismal, harassment at work, or discrimination at work. Advantage Legal Firm is pleased to guide you through, on how to lodge a formal complaint against disputes happening at the workplace and whether you need an attorney or not.

Swedish Work Environment Authority (Arbetsmiljöverket):

What Is a Labor Complaint?

Swedish labor law allows employees to file a complaint or lodge a grievance against their respective employer, including:

• Work Environment issues including workplace safety, health, and working conditions.
• Labour disputes, including unpaid Wages, and unfair dismissal.
• Discrimination of any kind, i.e., Age, Sex, Favouritism, etc.
• Dispute with labor contracts
• General Information, including the European labor authority, which deals with 
• Swedish labor laws and audit reporting channels. 

The Ministry of Employment dealt with issues relating labor market, employee law, and working conditions. Sweden has introduced the Swedish Work Environment Authority or the Swedish Labor Court to handle cases relating to workplace disputes.

Who Can File a Labor Complaint in Stockholm?

The Swedish labor laws protect the working class in Sweden, and Sweden has introduced the Swedish Work Environment Authority for all kinds of labor complaints. The Authority serves the labor class, regardless of employees’ working hours, Swedish Nationals, or overseas employees; all of them have the legal right to show their discontent about the workplace issues. If anyone is struggling to find the desired outcome of their issues, they can always rely on Advantage Advokatbyrå experienced lawyers.

When Should One Lodge an Employee Complaint?

Swedish labor laws allow discontent employees to report their discomfort to the Swedish Labor Authority. They also have a legal timeframe within which one should lodge a complaint. Normally, they differ according to the kind of complaint: i.e.

• Four months from the date of wrongful dismissal.
• Two years for salary-related disputes.
• Employees’ health & safety concerns should be reported immediately.

Reporting these issues to the relevant Authority can hamper your case.

Step-by-step Guidelines on How to Complain in Stockholm, Sweden.

1. Keep A Record of Everything, Including

 Any formal Emails received or sent

• Any photographic evidence available
• Try to get a witness Statement
• Document the employer’s response, which is also crucial.

Remember, having a paper trail only strengthens your legal claim.

2. Try Internal Resolution

• It is advisable to contact the relevant manager or the Internal HR Team to resolve the issue.
• Use internal grievance procedures to have the desired outcome.

If you feel that the above steps did not serve the purpose, then follow the 3rd step, which is:

Labor Union, if you are part of a labor union, you should contact them to report your concerns. Unions under Swedish law have potent representation and can resolve your disputes without going to court of law. So contact them immediately.

3. Lodge A Formal Complaint to The District Court or The Labor Court Arbetsmiljöverket.

District Court (Tingsrätten)

When to file:

• You must not be a member of a union
• It should only be general contract or employment disputes
• Or if you are directly charging the employer for damages or wrongful dismissal

How to file:

• Draft a statement of claim (stämningsansökan)
• Submit it to the relevant District Court based on employer’s location
• Pay the court fee (approx. 900 SEK)

Labor Court (Arbetsdomstolen)

When to file:

• When you are being represented by a union
• Concerned dispute is collective or applies to employment regulations nationally

Note: That Labor Court verdicts are final and therefore cannot be appealed against.

Required Documentation for Your Labor Complaint

Having clear and organized documentation strengthens your case. You’ll need:

• Employment agreements
• Salary slips and payment history
• Written correspondence (emails, messages)
• Witness statements (if applicable)
• Medical reports (in case of work-related injuries or stress)

Tip: Make multiple copies—digital and printed—for all authorities involved.

As mentioned earlier, any work-related safety issues, discrimination, or harassment issues should be filed with the Swedish Work Environment Authority. 

The Complaint Should Include:

• Full details of the incident that has happened
• Your employment status should be mentioned
• Always include your contact details.
• Their Website address where you should submit your complaint is www.av.se.

4. When to Take Legal Action

After following the above steps, if you are not happy with the outcome, then you have the right to appeal to the court of law and file a legal case in the Swedish Labor Court.

This is where Advantage Advokatbyrå can step in. Their labor law specialists guide you through:

• Drafting formal complaints
• Voice your concerns in either mediation or in a court of law
• If negotiations are success, then negotiate settlements

How Advantage Advokatbyrå Can Help You

Expertise in Swedish Labor Law

With decades of experience, Advantage Advokatbyrå specializes in employment disputes — from unpaid wages to workplace discrimination.

Personalized Legal Support

They offer:

• Free initial consultation
• Multilingual support (English, Swedish, etc.)
• Affordable, transparent fees

Strong Reputation

Clients choose them for their integrity, professionalism, and strong courtroom record.

✅ ”Advantage helped me resolve a wrongful termination case in just a few weeks. Highly recommend their team.” – Johan L, Stockholm

Throughout this guide, we’ve included:

• File a labor complaint in the designated court
• Labor court Stockholm
• Legal aid for employees
• Advantage Advokatbyrå
• Employee rights in Sweden
• Workplace discrimination in Sweden
• Arbetsmiljöverket
• Employment dispute lawyer

Advantage Law Firm also advises you on how not to make legal mistakes. These are

• Not Acting on Time
• Delays reduce your legal options.
• No Written Proof
• Without written documentation, it’s your word vs theirs.

           Going It Alone

• Legal representation increases your chances of winning, especially if the employer hires a lawyer.
• Your Legal Rights as an Employee in Sweden             

Under Swedish Labor Law, All Employees Have the Right to:

• Safe and healthy work conditions
• Equal treatment regardless of gender or ethnicity
• Proper pay and hours
• Protection against unfair dismissal

These rights are enforceable, and Advantage Advokatbyrå ensures they are.

Conclusion

With this legal guidebook, we are now aware that filing an employment-related complaint is not complex. Swedish employment law provides you with guidelines on how to submit your complaint correctly. You can strengthen your case with correct documentation and actions taken at the right time. Swedish employment law ensures that justice is served in cases relating to unfair dismissal, unpaid wages, or discrimination.

Need Legal Help?

Contact Advantage Advokatbyrå today.

Let experienced labor law professionals guide you through the legal maze and fight for your rights.

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Don’t wait. Your rights matter — and time is key.