Practitioners in Posse Herrera Ruiz’s labour and employment team impress with their ‘highly specialised technical knowledge’, according to clients. The group advises a broad mix of domestic and multinational employers across the gamut of related work, including day-to-day advisory matters, collective bargaining negotiations, restructurings, transactional support and litigation. Department head Vicente Umaña, praised for his ’very practical vision’, is experienced in all key pillars of the practice. The group further benefits from a strong bench of non-partners, including talented senior associate María Paula Romero — noted for her ‘in-depth analysis’ — as well as directors Andrea Ochoa and Carolina Castro, and associate Edwin Camargo.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team truly takes its time to thoroughly study each issue and plan the appropriate strategy. It's clear that it attaches importance to the issues and is committed to understanding the business and its realities.’
- ‘Vicente Umaña is a highly involved leading partner, with a very practical vision and highly developed negotiation skills. María Paula Romero is the main contact any in-house client would want. She stands out for her excellent availability, analytical skills, and in-depth analysis.’
- ‘The team is very friendly, responsive, and approachable. We've been impressed with its quick turnaround times, which are always within any deadlines set. Responses are typically commercial and take into account practical considerations. ’
‘Lawyers stand out for their politeness and practicality. Edwin Camargo has been our main contact, and we have found him to be pragmatic in his advice, flagging the key legal risks and understanding materiality.’
- ‘PHR offers highly personalised client service, which sets it apart from other law firms. The preferential status it gives me as a client is incredibly important, always making me feel like a VIP.’
- ‘Lawyers are excellent professionals, who stand out for their highly specialised technical knowledge and personalised treatment.’
Key clients
- <p>Control de Riesgos</p>
- <p>Diageo Colombia</p>
- <p>Distribuidora Toyota Ltda.</p>
- <p>Divertrónica Medellín</p>
- <p>Doxa Colombia</p>
- <p>Durman Colombia</p>
- <p>Elis Colombia</p>
- <p>Enlaza – Grupo Energía Bogotá</p>
- <p>Fiberglass Colombia</p>
- <p>Finance in Motion</p>
- <p>Fisa Andina</p>
- <p>Galderma de Colombia</p>
Work highlights
Advised Messer Colombia on the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement with industry trade union, Sintraquim.
Advised Levi Strauss on the employer transfer mechanism between Expofaro and Levi, which allows the company to maintain commercial activities without interruption.
Advised Galderma on all labour, compensation and social security matters.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
María Paula Romero
Practice head
Vicente Umaña