Garrigues regularly advises clients on a range of labour-related matters, encompassing dismissal procedures, the recruitment of foreign personnel, negotiation of outsourcing agreements, and investigations into sexual harassment allegations. Experienced partner Franco Muschi heads up the team and is recognised for his expertise in both labour litigation and matters related to employment structures and compensation schemes. Key support is provided by senior associate Milagros Villavicencio who is well regarded for her handling of individual and collective dismissals, outsourcing procedures, and proceedings before the labour inspection authorities.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The support is spectacular. They always have resources available to support us in the field.'
  • 'The willingness and efficiency of the team to address situations directly with alternative solutions based on risk profiles allows them to make the right business decisions. In controversial situations, the knowledge of the legal framework in labour matters, business practices and recent pronouncements of jurisdictional bodies means that the strategies and proposals we receive as clients are quite accurate and forceful.'
  • 'Franco Muschi is a lawyer who stands out for his competence, pragmatism and systemic thinking, approaching situations from a clear understanding of the client's situation, business and policies to contrast this with technical knowledge in labour matters.'
  • 'The partner and associates were also always available to answer questions and concerns. When it was necessary to increase the speed of work and manage processes as quickly as possible, they were able to expedite processes to be on time. I was very pleased with the quality and speed of the work.'
  • 'I found Franco Muschi's proximity, knowledge and interest in accompanying the client to be excellent.'
  • 'Franco Muschi is an excellent lawyer with a lot of knowledge of local law.'
  • 'Milagros Villavicencio is very efficient and always available to review documents. Her performance was very positive throughout the process but especially when it came to the "moment of truth".'

Key clients

  • Acurio
  • Nexa
  • Bateas
  • Solgas
  • Sika
  • Central
  • Bateas
  • Johnson
  • Marsh
  • Angloamerican Quellaveco
  • Caja Metropolitana
  • Bank of America
  • DXC
  • Chan Chan

Work highlights

  • Advised Sika on a complex dismissal procedure involving potential health damages to an employee.
  • Advised Minera Bateas on an audit for the process of adjustment of Batea’s outsourcing activities.
  • Advised Central on the analysis of alternatives for the hiring of foreign personnel; the mandate also required the execution of all necessary labour and immigration procedures to enable foreign workers to legally reside and provide services in the country.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Franco Muschi