The labour law group at Saavedra & Compañía Abogados comprises specialists in individual and collective employment law, collective negotiations, union relations, social security, immigration and labour trials. The department, which houses industry experts in the retail, banking, mining, manufacturing and e-commerce sectors, is co-led by labour litigation and collective bargaining specialist Juan Pablo Saavedra; and Gabriela Gerpe, an expert in labour litigation, ADR matters, labour advisory work, migration and labour relations. Providing notable support, senior associate Camila Ducassou Leyton assists with labour disputes involving dismissals and violations of fundamental rights. Former partner Cristóbal Muñoz and director Priscilla Serres both departed the firm in early 2024.
Testimonials
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- ‘Closeness is something that characterises them- they understand their clients and accompany companies on their growth paths - super-good.’
- ‘Flexible and convenient fees.’
Key clients
- Clínica Alemana de Santiago
- Tecnasic
Work highlights
- Advising Geotec on various labour issues.
- Acted for Servicios Prosegur in a trial, managing to reach an out-of-court settlement by paying only 6% of the total compensation demanded by the worker.