Greenberg Traurig, S.C.
The ‘attention, professionalism and specialised knowledge’ of Greenberg Traurig, S.C. is brought to bear on labour and employment strategies for a wide ranging client base in Mexico, be it for day-to-day running of the company or relating to transactional matters. The practice is also active in dispute resolution, focusing primarily on conflict prevention but with capability and experience in labour law litigation. The practice is jointly led by Leslie Palma, who has vast experience assisting clients with the transfer of employees and standardisation of benefits; and Marité Villanueva, a name to note for union negotiations regarding large-scale layoffs. The practice heads are supported by associates Jorge Andazola and Karla Copka. Since publication, Jorge Andazola left the firm.
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Testimonials
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‘GT employment lawyers have the capacity and experience in their field, which allows me as their client to seek them as my main advisors on this matter. In addition, they perfectly understand the operation of the company, which allows them to give a more appropriate legal opinion.’
‘Attention, professionalism and specialized knowledge in the matter.’
Key clients
- Pepsico International
- Tiendas Soriana
- Lottus Education
- Sodimac
- Prysmian Group Mexico
- UPS
- Kepco Holdings
- Somos Reyes
- Bishop Fox MX
- Procaps
- Digitalagility
- Chromalloy
- Corescan
- Vientos del Altiplano
- Plastiglas De México
- Barclays México
- GE International México
- Albany International México
Work highlights
- Assisted PepsiCo with 650 termination agreements by virtue of a restructuring procedure carried out by the company.
- Advised Tiendas Soriana on the design and execution of a compensation package of all of the employees from Comercial Mexicana (former employer) to the new owner of the company, Tiendas Soriana.
- Advised Loftus Education on red flags in connection with labour and employment risks prior to an acquisition.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Leslie Palma, Marité Villanueva