‘Alvarez, Lievano, Laserna has several strengths, among which are the depth and practicality of its advice, since its recommendations are valid (in line with current jurisprudence and legislation), with a strategic business alignment.’

‘It is an interdisciplinary team. Each lawyer attends according to their specialty and they complement each other very well. During the pandemic, the firm made many digital developments to ensure that we could connect virtually. It is constantly innovating.’

‘Lawyers are always responsive and attention is immediate. They always explain the risks and the benefits, and they make a very complete analysis of each situation.’

‘The ‘plus’ that the firm brings is its extensive knowledge of the aeronautical sector. Carlos Alvarez Pereira has been working with airlines, including ours, for many years. His knowledge greatly contributes to the company’s strategy in labour processes.’

‘Felipe Alvarez Echeverry is a comprehensive, profound and practical lawyer in his advice. The agility that he demonstrates in his proposals and his ability to holistically connect with the demands of the business make him a first-line legal consultant.’

‘There are many aspects to highlight, the main thing is the support and collaboration during collective negotiations with unions and the collective agreement. The team’s relationship with our internal staff is optimal, without inconveniences with billing, technology and others. Operates at a higher level than other firms.’

‘They are all professionals with experience and highly developed skills, related to the operation of companies. When giving any advice, lawyers demonstrate extensive knowledge of the company and its processes. Their recommendations are very structured, supported by the history and data they know about the company.’

‘I highlight Claudia Liévano, with whom we have the greatest contact and who is also part of the collective bargaining tables. We also highlight Felipe Alvarez Echeverry, Olga Lucía Salazar, and Maria Lucia Laserna Angarita, who also stand out for their great professionalism, criteria, and support in labour legal advice.’

‘The team of lawyers at López & Asociados is very professional and collaborative with the client, being among the best in the country for labour and employment law. It acts as our in-house lawyers, which has been very useful for the company.’

‘The team is comprised of committed professionals.’

‘It has an extensive, very large team of lawyers specialised in both individual and collective employment law. Each lawyer is focused on certain areas, which makes it a comprehensive practice. Its knowledge is impressive, especially when combined with its experience in various economic industries and sectors.’

‘I work with the entire firm, from its partners Juan Pablo López and Alejandro Castellanos, to the lawyers who manage my account, Ana María Rubiano, associate Mónica Sierra and Rocío Lagos. For me there is no better labour firm in the country; it has no competition or comparison for its human quality, availability, experience and knowledge.’

‘Top labour and employment law advisers in a difficult jurisdiction. We are very glad to have found the team, as many firms in Colombia do not serve global clients well.’

‘Alejandro Castellanos is very responsive and combines the legal recommendations with practical risk assessment — the same applies to Angélica María Carrión.’

‘Brigard Urrutia’s labour lawyers know our company’s labour history (collective agreements, people with reinforced stability, etc.) inside-out and they know our internal human resources policies very well. But, additionally, it knows our projects and business plan — the firm understands that this provides an added value.’

‘We value the firm’s knowledge of our company. Catalina Santos is the lawyer who knows us best in this practice.’

‘A team with solid knowledge offering alternative solutions to the different situations presented at the labour level, ensuring that decisions we make as a company have flexibility after evaluating possible risks. Charles Chapman and Mirna Wilches, and their team, generate confidence in their concepts and recommendations.’

‘Associate Leda Mejía Martínez and Heimy Blanco attend and adjust to the position of the client’s company; they do not impose solutions but rather adapt to the requirements or needs within the legal and jurisprudential framework. Before proposing advice, they always talk with us to take into account our considerations.’

‘All lawyers maintain the same executive and friendly relationship with customers. The good culture of management and strong customer service levels are noted.’

‘I highlight Chapman & Asociados’ work team, with its great strengths and knowledge that contribute to the decisions that we must make as managers and companies. I prefer them to other firms because they always go further; they don’t just give legal advice, they understand the business and support the implementation of the proposed strategies.’

‘The team stands out from competitors by providing practical solutions. Mirna Wilches is exceptional; very successful in her recommendations, with an ability to propose strategic solutions that combine legal strategy with business vision.’

‘Heimy Blanco, and her litigation team, have supported us on labour processes with constant and diligent communication.’

‘The team is very committed, up-to-date and always keeps legislation at the forefront of advice to resolve different dynamic labour issues.’

‘Lawyers are excellent professionals, and even better human beings — extraordinary.’

‘An excellent team, which is characterised by its lawyers’ professionalism and practicality.’

‘We recommend the practice for its quality and knowledge.’

‘The team led by Carolina Porras is by far the best prepared on labour law issues in Colombia. It has proven experience and knowledge of the different topics, including the design of labour litigation strategy.’

‘Carolina Porras and, in general, her team of lawyers are diligent, accurate in their analysis of the issues consulted and, particularly, very quick to respond. The experience and knowledge of the downstream industry and corporate issues makes them stand out in Colombia.’

‘A trained team, which is very well oriented towards corporate labour advice.’

‘Up-to-date knowledge concerning applicability of the most recent decisions of the Superior Courts (Labour Chamber and the Supreme Court of Justice). Periodic communications via email of the legal provisions issued in labour matters.’

‘Quintero & Quintero is, in my experience, the best source of legal expertise and support in the country. Its work is characterised by personal dedication on the part of the partner and associates who work with us. Lawyers are always available and provide accurate and well-analysed counsel. They become part of our team.’

‘A comprehensive team providing optimal advice on labour law and social security. It stands out for its organisation and immediate attention to clients, who place maximum trust in its professionals. It is one of the first two firms in terms of collective bargaining. Its honesty, knowledge and ability to find solutions, are its outstanding strengths.’

‘Lawyers’ concepts are clear and precise, with all the required technical foundation, and they always offer the required details. I highlight the work of Alejandra Soler, she has accompanied us in different processes and her support has been essential for my management.’

‘It has implemented a very innovative process for query allocation and billing, aided by state-of-the-art technological applications. This favours productivity and directly benefits the firm’s clients. It is a very united, robust interdisciplinary team, in which great teamwork and great leadership are evident.’

‘Saida Quintero is an experienced and brilliant lawyer. She has a prodigious memory and truly studies and gets to know every aspect of her clients’ labour situation. She always makes herself available and has an extraordinary ability to understand and analyse situations quickly and dispassionately.’

‘Iván Quintero: Although it was only one day that we had direct contact with him, he also gave us fundamental and forceful support. Very respectful and decisive in his interventions.’

‘Dina Lopez: Her experience and knowledge were shared with great dedication and generosity to the work team and have been very valuable for the entire process.’

‘Jaime Solano, the associate who works on our account has made himself a true ally of my in-house legal team. All requests for legal concepts, clarity, and advice are answered quickly and thoroughly — he understands my organisation and its needs and issues thoroughly.’

‘CMS has had significant growth in recent years, without losing the ability to engage with the needs of the client, or to provide close and detailed attention to each query or requirement. Lawyers response times are extraordinary and they are willing to get involved in detail to offer solutions tailored to clients.’

‘As a novelty, CMS has proposed as an added value the training of internal teams in aspects that they have proactively identified in order to mitigate risks, which is an action that I have not found in the market with other firms and that demonstrates an excellent engagement with the client.’

‘The lawyers in the labour area of CMS stand out for their excellent knowledge of legal issues, for the practicality in the solutions granted, for their response times and for their ability to take positions and provide guidance without hesitation.’

‘A team committed to the needs of its clients; there is always warm, simple language, knowledge and mastery of legal issues. Unlike other legal teams, this one goes beyond the needs of the client. The legal team can use a language not only for lawyers but for anyone, so everything is very understandable.’

‘Adriana Escobar and associate Mariana Garcés anticipate possible contingencies and propose strategies and documents in order to avoid the materialisation of risks.’

‘Without a doubt, the knowledge and professionalism with which lawyers address the requirements is exceptional, as well as the way in which they have understood our company. A special mention to associate director Juan Carlos González, who was the leader in a complex specific situation which he was able to resolve efficiently.’

‘I was really happy with the support received from associate Sandra Mora. The most unique aspect from my perspective was her extremely commercial focus and ability to easily translate law into business. She was extremely responsive and I appreciated the friendly atmosphere she created, even when discussing complicated issues.’

‘The team that they have arranged for advice on pension issues is excellent. It is incredible because this area has synergies with different areas of law (labour, labour procedure, actuarial, constitutional actions, etc). Lawyers are very diligent, they are very aware of all the procedures, they respond very quickly, and their advice is very complete.’

‘The team provides a comprehensive and personalised service.’

‘GPA’s team, particularly Mauricio Montealegre, provides a lot of security in the advice it gives us. It has a practical vision of labour law — very adjusted to the current labour reality — which allows us to navigate the uncertainty that exists in this area. The quality is exceptional.’

‘The team has a high knowledge of labour legislation and its practical application. Its knowledge translates seamlessly into hiring realities for digital native companies with specific needs related to their industry.’

‘The team leader, Mauricio Montealegre, has exceptional knowledge and constant availability to solve the issues that arise.’

‘A strong group in handling the cases that we present, and it aligns its resolution with the company’s culture. The team has extensive knowledge of labour and immigration law issues, which allows us to resolve cases and queries in a complete and appropriate manner. It is an inclusive and diverse team, mostly made up of women.’

‘The consultants maintain good relationships with the client: respectful and assertive. The availability of the lawyers is an added value, as it facilitates communication with the people on the team.’

‘We highlight the management of Maria Angelica Pulido, her professionalism and the quality of her work.’

‘It is a team with the common denominator of excellence.’

‘Lawyers provide fast and personalised attention.’

‘In this practice, the most important things are the people and the knowledge of the sector and the regulations that regulate our business — Lloreda Camacho has a mixture of both. In addition to being advisers, they are our allies and proactively suggest topics, even anticipating our needs.’

‘The firm’s collaboration in the last year has been fundamental; its understanding of the reality of the company and its help in adapting hybrid work to our business has been key.’

‘We recommend the team due to its strong level of commitment and its response capacity — from its speed to the analysis carried out. Rafael Abuchaibe is a super visionary and collaborative attorney.’

‘The service is timely, satisfactory and provided by highly competent professionals. Lawyers are distinguished by their empathy, ability to immediately meet our needs, excellent disposition, technical knowledge and experience.’

‘In these difficult times, the team’s support has been of great help. Lawyers provide timely solutions, agile communication and knowledge in all issues arising from the pandemic.’

‘This is a solid and robust office, but at the same time it remains flexible and close to the client. Its fees are adjusted to commercial practices and lawyers demonstrate high legal rigour.’

‘This is  synchronised team; if any of its professionals cannot attend to a requirement, another immediately picks it up and provides a resolution. Lawyers are very professional, attentive and 100% available. I feel very supported by the entire team in all the legal advice that we have required.’

‘In my human management role, I work very closely with Ana María Marín Higuita, whom I highlight for her dedication, professionalism, willingness and strong advice.’

‘The agility of the team and its willingness to solve everything that arises is impressive. It is the first firm with which we have connected as a company, and that we feel works at the pace of the market. With other firms we have not had received this level of responsiveness or advice.‘

‘The Contexto Legal team gets involved with the company to achieve a better understanding of internal dynamics, and therefore manages to propose effective solutions, which translate into successful results. Additionally, lawyers respond promptly, and with interest, to the needs of our company.‘

‘Guillermo Villegas Ortega has always attended to us with great diligence.’

‘This practice has been very efficient and timely in meeting our requirements and queries. Additionally, its professionals denote an exceptional mastery of labour matters and its legal advice is objective and clear, showing the risks and strengths in decision-making that our entity must assume. This makes it unique.’

‘What makes the team stand out is its expert knowledge; any of its lawyers are able to attend to queries in a comprehensive manner. They are always up to date on the matters on which they advise. They care about knowing the client and their needs.’

‘It is a team of lawyers that knows the needs of its client, understands their problems and provides practical and valuable solutions.’

‘Lawyers stand out for their knowledge, prompt attention and clear and precise advice.’

‘We value the team’s availability to meet requirements, knowledge and experience. Good monitoring of operational requirements and adoption of technological solutions to support the process. Effective communication channels.’

‘The MTA employment law team understands the needs of the business, seeks practical solutions and protects the interests of clients.’

‘Lawyers maintain close relationships and have strong availability. Matters are handled by a team with extensive experience and knowledge in an agile manner and with a very good level of service.’

‘We recommend lawyers for their availability, charisma and knowledge.’

‘Lawyers demonstrate warm personal skills along with extensive experience and knowledge. Joe Bonilla Gálvez and associate Alejandra Vidaurre Tugues provide a great service, which gives confidence to both the legal and human resources areas.’