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Labour & Employment - Guatemala

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

BLP fields a solid labour and employment practice group in Guatemala. The legal team is experienced in both contentious and non-contentious matters, including collective bargaining agreements, litigation, labour policy compliance, and labour-related claims. BLP's raft of clients encompasses companies from the technology, food and beverages and banking and finance sector. The legal division's new client wins this year include Microsoft.

Work Highlights

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  • BLP advised Merck on policies and regulations for worker benefits and conditions, such as annual bonuses, hybrid work, and policies applicable to pregnant workers.

Strengths

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BLP's advice is very good and solid. They transmit confidence with their advice on the legality of our operations, and it has helped us solidify our actions as a company.

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Notable Practitioners

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Luis Ruiz
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Luis Ruiz
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Band 2

Co-head of department Luis Ruiz is regularly called upon to advise on labour lawsuits and claims, and has notable expertise in compliance procedures. He advises clients across a variety of sectors such as technology and food and beverages, on worker benefits and conditions as well as trade union matters.

Luis Ruiz is a highly respectful partner recognised for his experience and knowledge.

It has been a great pleasure to work with Luis Ruiz. He is an excellent employment lawyer.

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Maria Elena Barrientos
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Maria Elena Barrientos often assists clients with employment terminations, labour compliance mandates and regulatory advice.

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Luis Ruiz
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Luis Ruiz
2
Band 2
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Maria Elena Barrientos
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