Federico Bernal

Labor and Employment Law

Federico is a partner in Godoy’s Advisory and Counseling Unit, with more than 18 years of experience in Employment Law. Throughout his career, he has advised national and multinational companies on complex individual and collective labor matters, leading comprehensive legal strategies that address organizational dynamics and the challenges of today’s labor environment.

Since joining the firm in 2010, he has participated in the Advisory, Litigation, Audits, and Collective Labor Law teams, standing out as a skilled negotiator in union processes and a high-level trainer. His strategic vision, combined with strong technical expertise, enables him to deliver practical, sustainable solutions aligned with business objectives.

In the academic field, Federico is a tenured professor in the Labor Law Specialization at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. He has also contributed actively to strengthening the legal debate as a member of the Board of Directors of the Colombian Labor Lawyers Association (Colegio de Abogados del Trabajo) and the Editorial Board of Actualidad Laboral, published by Legis.

Partner, Advisory and Counseling Unit – Godoy

Attorney – Leading law firms in Colombia.

Member of Advisory, Litigation, Audits, and Collective Labor Law teams – Godoy

Negotiator and trainer in collective labor relations processes.

Tenured Professor, Labor Law Specialization – Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.

Member of the Editorial Board – Actualidad Laboral (Legis).

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Attorney at Law

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Specialization in Employment Law