Elizabeth Zamudio
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie InternationalThe employment team at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International is consistently sought after by a diverse clientele for its adept handling of a broad spectrum of employment matters. These encompass investigations related to sexual harassment, personnel transfers and reorganisations, financial mismanagement, reinstatement of employees, discipline and terminations, and health and safety at work. Monica Pizarro leads the practice with a focus on outsourcing, workforce redesign, salary discrimination, and business restructuring – areas in which Luis Miguel Almendariz also excels. Principal associate Elizabeth Zamudio is recommended for collective bargaining involving transnational clients, while at senior level: Karen Bustamante is an expert in occupational health and safety matters; Marco Vargas handles labour law and procedural labour matters; and Gabriela Salas Zuñiga focuses on labour consultancy, audits and training.
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Testimonials
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- 'The labour law department offers an excellent service. Unlike other law firms, with Estudio Echecopar's labour law department we are sure that any query we have, whether by phone or by mail, will receive a quick and complete response immediately.'
- 'Monica Pizarro stands out for her extensive knowledge of different labour matters, her professionalism and her willingness to attend to all our queries.'
- 'Luis Miguel Almendariz is noted for his attentive and kind disposition to attend not only to our labour queries, but also any consultation with other areas of the firm.'
- 'Excellent service from Elizabeth Zamudio: very good customer service and attention, speed of response, extensive knowledge and quality of strategies.'
- 'Excellent commitment and knowledge of labour law. As a client, we feel reassured that we are working with Echecopar and that our assignments are in good hands; I would highlight Mónica Pizarro, Luis Miguel Almendariz and Marco Vargas.'
- 'It is a solid team, which is made up of professionals specialised in specific areas, including individual labour, collective labour, occupational health and safety, administrative and judicial processes.'
- 'Elizabeth Zamudio: trust, transparency and professionalism.'
- 'Senior associate Marco Vargas: we have been working with him on an ongoing labor process, which is led by him. The highlight of his work is the capacity for analysis and legal knowledge that can be seen in his writings.'
Key clients
- Marcobre
- Caterpillar Financial Services
- Corporacion Andina de Fomento
- Liberty Seguros
- ICU Medical
- AJE Group
- Bloomberg
- American Tower
- Grupo Intercorp Retail
- Sodexo
- Solvay Group
- Aguaytia Energy
Work highlights
- Advised Orica Mining Company, UTEC University, Sodexo, Cosco Shipping and Marcobre on investigations related to sexual harassment cases reported by personnel.
- Advised SIKA on the acquisition of MBCC Group, including on the labour due diligence of the local entity.
- Advised Grupo Gloria on the labour due diligence process related to the acquisition of Chira Group, comprising Agrícola del Chira, Sucroalcolera and Bioenergía.
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.
Karen Bustamante
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie InternationalLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Monica Pizarro
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie InternationalNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Luis Miguel Almendariz
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie InternationalPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Monica Pizarro