A diverse client base made up of key names from the consumer goods, mining, insurance and construction sectors regularly instructs the team at Tobar ZVS in a wide range of labour law mandates. Recent engagements have seen the group advise on restructurings, the employment aspects of corporate transactions, labour compliance, day-to-day employment issues and litigation. Practice head Marta Villagómez acts for domestic and international clients - including companies and NGOs - in contentious and non-contentious labour matters.

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Testimonials

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  • 'We receive the attention of the professionals in a timely manner.'
  • 'Marta Villagómez has a very good disposition and generates an environment of trust and security in her contributions.'
  • 'The service offered is personalised and they are always aware.'

Key clients

  • Stracon International
  • Torata Mining Resourses TMR
  • Flower Investment Capital Fund
  • Ecuasolidus S.A. an Aurania Resources subsidiary
  • Exploraciones Novoming
  • Estacionamientos Urbanos Urbapark
  • IFCE Cimentaciones Ecuador
  • Sisapamba
  • Blue Health International Ecuador

Work highlights

  • Supported a mining company with the termination of a former executive, who alleged unfair dismissal and claimed a severance payment of over $1.5m.
  • Advised a client in the mining industry on an employment restructuring process that involved over 20 employment terminations.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Marta Villagómez