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Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile

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Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

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Provided by Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

Barros & Errázuriz has a wealth of experience in labor issues, advising national and foreign clients, in matters of individual and collective labor law, labor litigation, social security and immigration.

Our area of practice is characterized by providing continuous advice to clients regarding all types of labor issues that are presented within the company, whether in processes of hiring, compensation, labor audits, corporate policies, internal regulations, subcontracting or realization of preventive labor audits and training, among others.

Likewise, the firm has attorneys specializing in labor litigation representing the interests of their clients in courts, as well as significant experience in processes of collective bargaining and matters of collective rights.

In addition, it assists in processes of corporate restructuring, service outsourcing, as well as in labor aspects related to merger & acquisition transactions.

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Labour & Employment - Chile

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Barros & Errázuriz Abogados is a dedicated practice group that assists a broad roster of Chilean and international clients hailing from the food and beverage, telecommunications and technology spheres with a range of labour and employment issues including individual and mass contract termination. The team is noted for providing counsel on the labour due diligence of corporate transactions, as well as social security, collective bargaining and labour litigation.

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Work Highlights

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  • Barros & Errázuriz Abogados represented Mutualidad del Ejército y Aviación in labour litigation involving allegations of fundamental rights violations and unlawful dismissal.

Strengths

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  • Barros & Errázuriz Abogados offers a combination of expertise, clarity, precision and timeliness that gives me complete confidence in the firm's judgement. The service is consistently of a high standard, with responses always provided promptly.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Juan Cristóbal Iturrate
    Juan Cristóbal Iturrate

    Juan Cristóbal Iturrate

    Co-head of department Juan Cristóbal Iturrate assists multinational and domestic clients with both contentious and advisory labour and employment matters in Chile. He has notable experience handling employment issues arising from corporate transactions.

    • Juan Cristóbal Iturrate's involvement in complex and strategic matters is key. He has a deep understanding of the client's history, which enables him to provide a comprehensive perspective and high-level solutions. His experience, legal judgement and analytical skills are distinguishing factors.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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  • María Fernanda Espinosa
    María Fernanda Espinosa

    María Fernanda Espinosa

    Partner María Fernanda Espinosa carries on receiving significant client praise for her solid advice on labour and employment mandates in Chile.

    • María Fernanda Espinosa consistently delivers high-quality service. Her responses are professional, thorough and prompt.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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  • Pavel Álvarez
    Pavel Álvarez

    Pavel Álvarez

    Associate-to-watch Pavel Álvarez continues to receive recognition from interviewees for his labour and employment practice in Chile, demonstrating particular expertise in contentious labour matters.

    • Pavel Álvarez stands out for his excellent attitude, responsiveness and unwavering commitment to our needs. He demonstrates great technical expertise and attention to detail, while his practical approach and ability to anticipate our needs make him a reliable and highly valued adviser.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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