ECIJA's ‘deep knowledge of the Costa Rican labour environment’ and its extensive footprint in Latin America and strategic partnership with international firm Taylor Wessing are significant assets for its multinational client base, which includes prominent names from the tech, telecoms, agroindustry, pharmaceuticals, retail, services and tourism sectors. In particular, the team has in-depth expertise in the new technologies space, enabling it to advise on employment issues relating to social networks and information security tools. The firm is also well equipped to assist with the standardisation of regional policies and compliance with labour laws in jurisdictions across Central America and the Caribbean, in addition to handling labour due diligence on M&A transactions, complex labour litigation and social security investigations. Practice head Daniel Valverde, a specialist in labour and human rights law, provides clients with ’outstanding support’ on matters ranging from employment discrimination consultation and litigation and the termination and adjustment of employment contracts to work-from-home schemes and technology issues in the workplace.
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- 'The main factor differentiating the firm's lawyers is their availability and willingness and ability to thoroughly understand both the business and the internal dynamics of each organisation. Beyond their technical knowledge, they stand out for their ability to support us through processes with a strategic perspective, which balances legal compliance with the operational reality of the company.'
- 'The labour law practice of ECIJA Costa Rica is excellent. The service provided by Daniel Valverde and his team is essential for the resolution and prevention of conflicts for the company. The speed with which the team attends to our requests makes a big difference.'
Key clients
- Pfizer
- Viatris
Work highlights
Succeeded in defending Herbalife against the claim of the Social Security Administration that its commission structure created an employment relationship and managed the return of the fine imposed.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Daniel Valverde