‘With extensive experience and knowledge in all areas of law', the labour team at Mayora & Mayora, S.C. leverages the full-service firm’s strong corporate and litigation practices to handle issues such as the employment aspects of M&A and company closures and labour disputes. The team also provides advice on labour compliance relating to hiring and dismissals, disciplinary procedures and immigration matters, and is increasingly active in assisting with occupational health and safety issues. Practice head Rafael Briz is a strong draw for international (particularly Spanish) clients thanks to his role as president of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce of Guatemala. Senior associate Suzel Obiols is another key name for all labour and immigration issues.

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  • ‘They are professionals with extensive experience and knowledge in all areas of law. The team has a good structure and is very competitive.’

  • ‘They provide an excellent service and are very professional.’

Key clients

  • AC Marriott (Marriott International)
  • IFX - Emerging Networks Guatemala
  • Elevadores Otis of Mexico and Central America
  • Banco Centroamericano de Integración Económica
  • Yalo
  • Payless Shoesource de Guatemala
  • RGIS
  • Embajada de Estados Unidos en Guatemala
  • Iqvia
  • Paypal
  • Improving Economies For Stronger Communities (IESC)
  • Crowley
  • Cindu
  • Bolsa Nacional de Valores
  • Griffith Foods Cenam
  • Hytsa
  • Emasal
  • Grupo Montecristo

Work highlights

  • Assisting the Marriott International hotel chain with labour disputes, the hiring and dismissal of employees, workplace regulations, disciplinary actions and the review of internal policies.
  • Advising IESC on the creation and implementation of internal labour policies and regulations.
  • Advised Grupo Montecristo on the labour due diligence of the purchase of a Guatemalan entity, particularly in relation to immigration matters.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rafael Briz