Vanessa Gómez Mosquera
Lexvalor Abogados
More informationLexvalor Abogados demonstrates a strong specialisation in labour litigation, focusing on workplace risk, occupational safety, compliance and the implementation of employment policies surrounding discrimination and workplace harassment. Led by Karla Villacís, an expert in a wide array of social security, occupational hazard and litigation proceedings, the team is noted for its comprehensive support, with recent highlights seeing the team act as counsel for large companies in due diligence, compliance, post-pandemic hiring schemes and remuneration packages. Alfredo Peñaherrera and associate Vanessa Gómez are additional standouts, with the latter recognised for her broad litigation expertise.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes Lexvalor unique is that they work as business partners and not as an external advisor. They understand business needs and give their best advice based on this. Additionally, I believe that they have good collaboration between lawyers, and you always have immediate access to partners. As for the people, they explain legal concepts to us in the easiest way. We are happy with their service and we believe that the constant contact is what makes them stand out from other law firms.’
‘Karla Villacis is very professional and as a leader she develops and empowers her team very well. Jose Endara is very professional and diligent to all requirements. Vanessa Gómez is the one we consult regarding employee issues on a day-to-day basis and with whom we work on more strategic changes in the business.'
'They always send us updates when there are new laws or regulations in a timely manner. They are very professional and show great judgement. The labour lawsuits that we have had have been in favour of the company because they have supported us.'
‘The part that makes them stand out is the humanity and the integrity. They empower us so that we can deal with collaborators when problems arise and deal with labour issues.'
‘They have a good response speed.'
'I consider that one of the strongest elements that LexValor has is the professional level and advice by José Endara. He is a very practical lawyer.’
Key clients
- Alpina Productos Alimenticios Alpiecuador
- Uribe Schwarzkopf Ingenieros y Arquitectos
- Arbaro Fund
- Beiersdorf Ecuador
- Grupo Familia Sancela del Ecuador
- Tigre Ecuador
- Opticas Gmo Ecuador
- Grupo Corporación Favorita
- DespegarEcuador
- Disagro
Work highlights
- Advised Despegar on personnel management, employment contracts, payroll management, additional remuneration payments and the disengagement of local staff.
- Retained by Grupo Familia to appear before the Labour Authority in cases of inspections and complaints, and for training.
- Advising Alpina on corporate, regulatory and labour matters, including on collaboration and co-participation in the transition process due to the incorporation of the new General Manager and the Chief Commercial Officer.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Karla Villacís Echeverría
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Karla Villacís