José Luis Zapata
O'FarrellO'Farrell assists a loyal customer base in a range of labour-related matters, including labour due diligence in deal processes, individual labour matters, and collective labour disputes and union conflicts. The practice is particularly sought out for the depth of its labour-related litigation expertise and collective bargaining experience. José Luis Zapata is a well-known labour lawyer covering individual and collective labour disputes, managing labour proceedings, and negotiating collective bargaining agreements with unions. He co-leads the team with fellow partner Ignacio Agustín Castiglione, who focuses on preventative counselling and labour-related dispute resolution.
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Testimonials
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‘An agile team, with great technical knowledge and optimal time management and application of legal strategies.'
‘The team is always available and provides quality advice.'
‘Excellent regulatory and commercial knowledge. The teams are diverse and collaborative, and deliver great service.'
‘José Luis Zapata and Ignacio Castiglione have strong regulatory and business knowledge. They have shown outstanding commitment to our business.'
Key clients
- Ford Argentina
- Nokia Solutions and Networks Argentina
- Farmacity
- Pampa Energía
- Transener
- YPF Energía Eléctrica
- Medicus S.A. de Asistencia Médica y Científica
- Seguros Sura
- Antonio Luquin
- Huawei Tech Investment
- YPF
- Edet
- Inmobal Nutrer
- Ufinet
- Metagal Argentina
Work highlights
- Advised Ford Argentina on a strategic plan to reduce labour litigation and promote the negotiation of transactional agreements.
- Advised and represented Transener in a dispute with Patagonia’s regional light and power union.
- Advised Pampa Energía on a process for the negotiation of adjustment of the salaries of personnel represented by FATLYF - the electricity companies union - in a collective bargaining agreement.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Ignacio Agustín Castiglione
O'FarrellPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
José Luis Zapata, Ignacio Castiglione