Mr Leonardo Slinger > Guyer & Regules > Montevideo, Uruguay > Lawyer Profile

Skilled in negotiations with the banking union and the government, Guyer & Regules counts significant financial entities in Uruguay among its clients. The labour team also advises business chambers and the Ministry of Labour on regulations, and acts as labour consultants to the International Labour Organisation and the Uruguayan Chamber of Commerce. It has a strong labour litigation practice, advising on various claims, such as harassment, unfair dismissal, reclassification and workplace injury cases. The practice is adept at guiding clients through restructurings and advising on the labour aspects of business expansion in Uruguay. Practice head Leonardo Slinger has extensive experience in labour lawsuits and union conflicts, with a strong track record representing employers in collective bargaining and wage negotiations. He leads the team alongside Santiago Madalena, who was promoted to partner in January 2024. Senior associate Daniela Risso brings expertise in workplace health and safety matters to the team and plays a key role in labour audits and due diligence processes. Counsel María José Poey left the firm in February 2024.