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ROBALINO

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2027 : Ecuador

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ROBALINO advises local and international employers on the full range of Ecuadorian labour and employment matters, including employment structuring, collective bargaining, workforce reorganisations, terminations, due diligence and administrative and judicial proceedings. The practice combines advisory capabilities with substantial labour litigation experience.

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Labour & Employment - Ecuador

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

ROBALINO is a full-service law firm with a dynamic labour and employment practice in Ecuador. The team boasts a solid track record advising on collective bargaining agreements, occupational health and safety regulations and social security matters. The department also undertakes dispute resolution work, regularly handling mediation and litigation relating to alleged unfair dismissal claims. The firm is sought after for its guidance on internal audits, mass terminations and workforce management. Its client roster includes multinational companies operating in the food and beverage, agriculture and retail sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • ROBALINO represented Colgate in a dispute arising from a lawsuit regarding employer-contributed retirement benefits, acting as counsel in defence of the company.

Strengths

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  • ROBALINO supports us on a wide range of strategic and complex labour matters, demonstrating significant expertise and providing legally sound, practical advice. We are very satisfied with the legal and labour support the firm provides.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Luis Carlos Fernández
    Luis Carlos Fernández

    Luis Carlos Fernández

    Partner Luis Carlos Fernández garners market recognition for his work in the Ecuadorian labour and employment field, including his role in labour litigation matters.

    • Luis Carlos Fernández is a respected labour lawyer who provides excellent client service and demonstrates strong commercial acumen.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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  • Marta Villagómez
    Marta Villagómez

    Marta Villagómez

    Director Marta Villagómez offers advice on social security issues, employment audits and labour due diligence matters in Ecuador.

    • Marta Villagómez is an excellent labour professional. She is always willing to solve problems and provide advice with a strong level of commercial understanding.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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