Antonio Alberto Vargas
ECIJA
More informationPraised by clients for its ‘exemplary service’, the labour practice of global firm ECIJA is frequently engaged by well-known multinationals to advise on compliance with local labour regulations, employment contracts, employee transfers and dismissals, social security, immigration and human resources policies. The team’s extensive client roster covers the logistics, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and retail industries, and it also has niche expertise in the sports sector. The ‘exceptional’ Antonio Alberto Vargas combines his strengths in employment law and litigation and arbitration to represent employers in labour disputes before the Ministry of Labour and the national courts. Associate Diana Tejada is highly regarded.
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‘ECIJA Panama's support has been invaluable in providing a quality service to deal with local labour issues, given the particularities of the Panamanian market. They provide an exemplary service, and they are always available despite the difficulties faced on a project.’
‘Antonio Vargas is an exceptional lawyer. He provides great management of labour issues, and is always available to assist with the various projects on which we require advice in Panama.'
'Diana Tejada's willingness to resolve client issues has been invaluable. She is always positive, and achieves the objectives despite the strict deadlines that we are working to. A lawyer with a bright future.’
'They are young lawyers but well versed in all of the issues that we have consulted them on.'
Key clients
- DHL Panama
- Mercantil Farmacéutica (Mefasa Panama)
- Foster International Corporation
- Jeancenter Corp
- Distribuidora Panatex
- Fundación Danilo Pérez
- Fútbol con Corazón (FCC)
- Denim Retail Group
Work highlights
- Advising Helix International on labour issues in Panama, including the termination of employee contracts and Panamanian legislation relating to wages.
- Advising Mercantil Farmacéutica on employment matters relating to the impact of Covid-19, including labour contract suspensions and terminations, reduced working hours and the implementation of teleworking.
- Successfully represented Foster International in a claim brought by an employee before the Colón provincial court for unpaid benefits.
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Diana Tejada