About

Provided by Echecopar

We have extensive experience advising companies and institutions — both local and international, public and private — in various sectors, such as mining, telecommunications, agriculture, pharmaceutical, retail and finance. We help our clients meet their needs in labor issues, from day-to-day matters to critical projects.

We work with our clients to manage their main assets and their employees by understanding their business goals, protecting their reputation, and guiding them through the modern challenges faced by local and global businesses.

Our advice include:

  • Hiring, directly and through third parties
  • Design and analysis of salary structures, as well as their tax effects
  • Compliance with obligations about equal pay
  • Investigations regarding sexual harassment
  • Reorganization of companies, including labor aspects of mergers and acquisitions
  • Draft and review of internal regulations and policies
  • Reductions in force and other terminations
  • Union issues
  • Health and security at work
  • Representation in administrative procedures, arbitrations and judicial proceedings
  • Labor audits
  • In-house training

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Labour & Employment - Peru

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Echecopar is a full-service firm providing labour and employment support to national and international clients in mandates related to defence in labour claims, terminations, labour audits and compliance advice. Its noteworthy team is also active assisting clients with health and security issues. The department's client roster includes notable names from the technology, consumer goods and pharmaceutical industries.

Work Highlights

  • Echecopar advised Cosco Shipping on a range of labour issues relating to the start of operations of Port of Chancay. This included advisory on the application of a special labour port regime, collective bargaining and outsourcing.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Monica Pizarro
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Monica Pizarro
2
Band 2

Well-regarded partner Monica Pizarro regularly undertakes complex mandates in this sphere. She is widely recognised for her skilful advice on collective bargaining procedures, outsourcing regulations and elaboration of employment agreements.

Monica Pizarro provides us with a spectacular service. Not only she gets things done, but she's also empathetic and always keen to assist us.

Luis Miguel Almendariz
4
Luis Miguel Almendariz
4
Band 4

Partner Luis Miguel Almendariz enjoys solid market commendation for his activity in the labour arena. He routinely undertakes sophisticated work in the labour and employment field in Peru. He represents clients from a variety of industries, including construction and mining.

Luis Miguel Almendariz is a strategic ally. He blends his in-depth knowledge in employment law, a solid academic background and hands-on experience, allowing him to tackle complex matters efficiently.

Elizabeth Zamudio
Elizabeth Zamudio
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Elizabeth Zamudio has extensive knowledge in the labour and employment arena in Peru. She focuses her advice on compliance issues, equal pay legislation and negotiations.

Elizabeth Zamudio is an excellent lawyer who brings clear and flexible solutions, which help us to smoothly navigate the country's rigid legal landscape.

Ranked Lawyers at
Echecopar

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Labour & Employment

Monica Pizarro
2
Monica Pizarro
2
Band 2
Luis Miguel Almendariz
4
Luis Miguel Almendariz
4
Band 4
Elizabeth Zamudio
Elizabeth Zamudio
Associates to watch