Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Paez Pumar & Cia. handles a wide range of work, from general labour assistance and labour due diligence to labour litigation. Esteban Palacios, Alfonso Graterol and María Del Carmen López provide day-to-day employment advice to an array of international clients, while Diego Lepervanche is particularly skilled in conducting labour due diligence on target companies in relation to M&A. On the litigation front, the firm has represented both domestic and international clients before the courts of all levels; Rosemary Thomas is particularly experienced in handling cassation proceedings before the Social and Civil Chamber of the Supreme Tribunal of Justice in Venezuela. Associate Sobella Gómez is well versed in labour laws and procedures, as well as labour litigation.
Testimonials
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- 'The firm has extensive knowledge of Venezuelan labour practice, which represents a significant challenge for clients, especially clients whose headquarters are located in the United States. They have provided us with comprehensive advice to represent the company's interests in local labour litigation, also taking into consideration the international economic sanctions.'
- 'Esteban Palacios and María del Carmen López keep in touch and are willing to address our concerns quickly, with good judgement and extensive knowledge on the subject.'
Key clients
- DHL Global Forwarding
- MSD Farmacéutica
Work highlights
- Assisted Miranda Capital Partners with advice on specific labour issues, including salary and benefits, severance obligations, foreign workers and liabilities, as well as administrative and judicial claims.
- Advised Hotel Paseo Las Mercedes regarding all its labour issues, such as physical injury claims and salary benefit claims.