Department profile
O'Farrell

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2027 : Argentina


O'Farrell

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About

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O’Farrell is one of the top law firms with a broad experience and trajectory in providing labour advice and consultation to the most prestigious companies of the country and abroad.

Mr. José Luis Zapata is the Partner in charge of the Labour Law Area at O’Farrell. José Luis is recognized for his experience and personal involvement in all the labour issues and conflicts of our clients.

He leads an important area providing employment advice to major companies in the areas of electric power, oil & gas, retail, construction, etc. The team successfully manages labour lawsuit portfolios while José Luis specialises in collective labour disputes management and the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.

The team of lawyers of the Labour Department provides personal attention with continued and immediate legal advice to all clients. Our partner and senior lawyers are recognized for their active, direct and committed involvement.

The Department is recognized as one of the leading teams of labour lawyers for our expertise in the processes of Collective Bargaining Agreements; for our wide experience in wage negotiations; for our strategic advice to the Business Sector in collective labor disputes, strikes and other direct actions; for our expertise in Due Diligence processes within the frame of M&A.

We also provide specialized advice on individual labor law and we handle an important litigation portfolio, highlighting important achievements in court.

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Labour & Employment - Argentina

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

O'Farrell continues to house a noted labour department in Argentina. The Buenos Aires-based team boasts expertise in mass layoffs, particularly those resulting from business closures or restructurings. The department also offers solid experience in administrative and judicial litigation across both collective and individual cases, as well as in collective bargaining negotiations.

Work Highlights

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  • O'Farrell represented Ford Argentina in a labour dispute regarding the dismissal of a union representative and the application of trade union protections, involving claims of approximately USD966,000.

Strengths

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  • O'Farrell understands clients' priorities, which is precisely why we trust its advice. The team offers excellent service and has a business-oriented approach, thinking through all the possible scenarios to prevent risks while still moving matters forward.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1José Luis Zapata
    Band 1José Luis Zapata

    José Luis Zapata

    Acclaimed partner and co-head of department José Luis Zapata regularly represents employers in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and handles a wide range of labour litigation claims in Argentina.

    • José Luis Zapata is a strong lawyer who is renowned in the labour law field in Argentina.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
    • José Luis Zapata has extensive expertise in labour law and he is always willing to share his knowledge and expertise. He has a unique vision and is focused on solving problems by understanding the core of clients' businesses.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Ignacio Castiglione
    Band 4Ignacio Castiglione

    Ignacio Castiglione

    Partner Ignacio Castiglione regularly assists clients with labour disputes and collective bargaining agreements in Argentina.

    • Ignacio Castiglione is always willing to answer our questions and I’m constantly amazed by everything I learn from him. He demonstrates excellent leadership and is a fantastic lawyer.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

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