Liz Gordillo
Partner.
Arias
More informationArias houses a comprehensive labour practice, which is singled out for its ‘extensive experience and knowledge of the law’ and ‘impeccable service’. Often working alongside the firm’s top-flight corporate department, as well as leveraging its extensive regional network, the team is widely recognised for its advice to major multinationals on the labour aspects of carve-outs and restructurings, with notable expertise in collective dismissals and the relocation of employees. On the contentious side, the practice is particularly experienced in conducting sensitive internal investigations and representing employers in litigation over the dismissal of employees. Office managing partner Liz Gordillo, whose broad practice covers all aspects of labour matters, leads the team with the ‘excellent’ Rosa María Arenales. Since publication, former senior associate María Elena Barrientos has left the firm, effective as of November 2023.
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‘Their advice has helped us to make decisions in a timely and accurate manner. We feel that they are interested in understanding in depth the cases that we present to them, giving recommendations that cover all possible scenarios but without losing sight of the practical management of the processes. Similarly, they are differentiated by their strategies to prevent and mitigate potential risks.’
‘Impeccable service, and proactive and clear explanations. Easy access and timely responses. Friendly and easy communication and discussion.’
‘Rosa María Arenales is an excellent lawyer and person. She is always alert to issues that may affect our business. She keeps us informed and always has an excellent attitude when attending to our requests. She is a very prepared and experienced lawyer.’
‘The Arias team are highly professional but have a personal touch in their client service. They take the time to understand the corporate culture and those things that are important to the organisation, which is important when advising on compliance with the law, but also on practices that adapt to the corporate culture.’
‘I want to highlight Rosa María Arenales. She is a great professional with a lot of knowledge, a lot of leadership skills, but above all, close relationships and good communication with her clients. She seeks to get to know the needs of our organisation and keep up to date with all legal aspects that are relevant to our line of business. I feel very happy working with her and I feel like I am in excellent hands with each recommendation she gives us.’
‘Practical solutions for complicated issues.’
‘They are up to date with everything that is happening in the national context, which means that when we have a case, they know how to act in the legal context, in addition to giving us constant updates on new reforms.’
‘The team have extensive experience and knowledge of the law, and the members complement each other very well.'
Key clients
- 3M
- Chevron
- Energizer
- Fox International Channels
- Walmart
- Bayer
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Bimbo
- BIC Latin America
- International Development Bank
Work highlights
- Advised AC Nielsen on the modification of its employment contracts to implement remote working, as well as the review of its internal policy to regulate remote working.
- Acted as local counsel for Spectrum Brands on the carve-out of its Home and Personal Care (HPC) division, advising on all the employment aspects.
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Rosa María Arenales
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Liz Gordillo, Rosa María Arenales