Noted for its ‘ability to combine deep technical knowledge with practical and commercial insight,’ ECIJA’s labour and employment team specialises in collective dismissals, employment contracts, and DEI policies. The main contacts in the department include Fernando Vizcaíno, Carlos Martínez Cebrián, and Raúl Rojas. Vizcaino concentrates on litigation, while Rojas stands out for his aptitude handling negotiations and defending clients in employment proceedings.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Raúl Rojas, Sara Duro, and Grabriela Hott are a fantastic team, flexible, dynamic, up-to-date, proactive, and they transmit great confidence in everything they structure. As a major difference with other firms, I would also add that they always try to find a solution to the problem aligned with the business needs.’

  • ‘The firm's labor law team is distinguished by its comprehensive and personalised approach to managing labour disputes, combining solid technical expertise with a deep understanding of the Spanish business and regulatory environment. Their ability to address complex issues makes them a benchmark within the sector.’

  • ‘The ability to anticipate legal challenges and offer preventive and strategic solutions is a unique characteristic that stands out in their daily practice.’

  • ‘As a key strength, I would highlight their ability to act by providing advice that is not only reactive, but also proactive and preventive.’

  • ‘The team stands out for its agility in adapting to normative and regulatory changes, combined with a notable skill in resolving disputes. Their knowledge of the latest trends in labour law allows them to offer modern solutions aligned with the needs of clients.’

  • ‘Compared to other firms, this team is favorably positioned thanks to its ability to integrate advanced technology into the labour law practice. Predictive analysis tools and digital case management allow clients to enjoy a more efficient service with more accurate results. Their focus on innovation, without losing technical excellence, sets them apart from other firms that tend to stick to more traditional approaches.’

  • ‘What truly distinguishes the lawyers at this firm is their ability to combine deep technical knowledge with practical and commercial insight. Each member of the team brings not only vast experience in labour law, but also a complete understanding of business dynamics, allowing them to offer advice that goes beyond simple regulatory compliance. This combination of legal expertise and strategic vision is the differentiating element that gives them an advantage over other competitors in the sector.’

  • ‘One of the main characteristics that differentiate the firm's lawyers is their multidisciplinary approach. By working closely with other areas of the firm, such as tax or commercial law, they manage to provide comprehensive and well-founded solutions for their clients. In addition, their ability to respond quickly and their flexibility to adapt to constantly evolving legal contexts allow them to be one step ahead of other firms that tend to be more rigid in their methodology.’

Key clients

  • Adobe
  • Amazon
  • Santander
  • Avolta
  • Meliá Hotel Group
  • Asociación Española de Producciones Cinematográficas
  • Atresmedia
  • Atlético de Madrid Football Club
  • Omnicom Media Group
  • Santa Lucia
  • Lidl
  • Ilunion
  • Air Europa
  • Cellnex
  • Seur
  • Sek- Universidad Camilo José Cela
  • Ayuntamiento de Madrid
  • Grupo Secuoya
  • Jenoptik / AG
  • IE University
  • Cemex España Operaciones, S.L.U
  • Stratio
  • Aprendices y Canciones
  • Meta MMA Sports, S.L

Work highlights

  • Advised Adobe on collective employment relationships.
  • Advised Amazon on the outsourcing of certain activities in many jurisdictions and the potential transfer of undertakings.
  • Advised Santander on a collective dismissal.

Other key lawyers

Fernando Vizcaíno, Carlos Martínez Cebrián, Raúl Rojas, Sara Duro, Grabriela Hott