CMS Carey & Allende‘s ’team of employment lawyers is impressive’. The employment and pensions practice provides ongoing advice on contracts, pay and compliance, as well as visas and immigration requirements for international employees. The group also assists with redundancy programmes, senior employee dismissals, health and safety issues, collective bargaining, and employment-related litigation and investigations. Following the April 2024 departure of former employment and pensions group head Enzo Canales, former senior associate Julio Frías was raised to partner and practice leader, while former associate Constanza Yáñez is now at director level. Both Frías and Yáñez maintain wide-ranging labour law practices.
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Client satisfaction
Testimonials
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‘The team of lawyers handles labour issues with excellence.’
‘Communication is fluid and the team is always available, which is essential for day-to-day work.'
‘Billing is clear and detailed, and it is sent in a timely manner.’
‘The experience with this labour law team is truly exceptional. Clients highlight the quality and dedication of this team.’
‘This firm not only stands out for its deep technical knowledge in labour law, but also for its close approach and unwavering commitment to the needs of clients.’
‘The team of employment lawyers is impressive. Not only are they experts in the field, but they are also distinguished by their ability to anticipate occupational risks and offer strategic solutions. They have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to proactively address complex situations, which has been instrumental in preventing problems before they arise.’
Key clients
- Unilever
- American Tower
- Sociedad Punta de Lobos
- Besalco Maquinarias
- Accenture
- Banco Bice
- Ausenco
- Arval-Relsa
- American Tower
- Besalco Construcciones
- Procesadora y Comercializadora de Minerales y Granos Industriales Migrín
- INESA (Industria Nacional de Envases)
Work highlights
Advised Banco Bice on the harmonisation of the employment conditions of new employees from companies acquired by the bank.
Successfully defended INESA (Industria Nacional de Envases) against a lawsuit filed by a former employee requesting compensation for a work-related accident, and alleging that the company had violated their constitutional rights.
Advised Besalco MD Montajes during a collective bargaining process.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Julio Frías