CMS Rodríguez-Azuero’s group is distinguished by its expertise in social security and pensions work, where it leans on the wider CMS network to excel in cross-border matters, including advising on multilateral social security agreements between countries. On the traditional employment front, it is additionally well versed in compliance issues, disciplinary proceedings, corporate support work and litigation, among other fields. Department head Adriana Escobar maintains a broad human resources practice, with experience in labour, social security and immigration law. Senior associate Sandra Mora is also noted for her ‘ability to provide alternative solutions to conflicts’. Associate Mariana Garcés and associate director Juan Carlos González left the firm in August and October 2023, respectively.
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‘The service it provides feels close, as if it worked in the same organisation as the client.’
‘The team includes excellent professionals in different branches of law, with extensive and clear knowledge of the required legal issues.’
‘The team’s direct and assertive communication makes the consulting dynamic appear natural and favourable.’
‘There is remarkable knowledge and consistency among the team. The high-quality level of information provided is maintained no matter which partner is consulted.’
‘The practice stands out for the timeliness of its responses, its quality in the content of the documents processed, and for its collaboration.’
‘Sandra Mora stands out for her high capacity for service and her ability to provide alternative solutions to conflicts.’
Key clients
- Sanofi Aventis
- Darven
- Weatherford Colombia
- Petrex Colombia
- MAB Ingeniería
- Nuvalence
- Ladrillera Santafé
- Publicis Groupe Company – Prodigious
- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex)
- Multinsa
Work highlights
- Advised Petrex Colombia on various labour and employment matters, including internal disciplinary actions, and administrative and judicial claims.
- Advised Weatherford Colombia on a range of employee and social security matters.
- Advised Corporación Punto Azul on matters related to remuneration schemes, among other issues.
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Practice head
Adriana Escobar