Arias leverages its regional network and close connections to international firms to advise a roster of high-profile multinational companies in sectors including retail, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, energy and many others. The firm covers a comprehensive range of labour, social security, occupational health and safety, and immigration matters, from assisting companies with the labour issues stemming from M&A and their entry to the Guatemalan market, to handling compliance, internal investigations and labour litigation. Notably, the team has been increasingly active in the design of ESG programmes. At the head of the practice, managing partner Liz Gordillo and Rosa María Arenales are highly regarded for their expertise in labour due diligence, employee transfers, benefit structuring, and regulatory and immigration issues, among others. Associate Karla Gómez is also a key name for labour litigation.
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‘For us, a plus of the firm's experience with our issues is their in-depth knowledge of how we operate and how we interact with our partners. Liz Gordillo's experience and handling of our issues is very valuable.’
‘The team led by Rosa Arenales has delivered excellent advice and is always ready to assist us. Karla Gómez is equally accurate in her suggestions and willing to address our concerns.’
‘The most important thing a lawyer should have is good judgement, and both Rosa María Arenales and Karla Gomez possess this great characteristic, which sets them apart from others.’
‘They are highly qualified lawyers and are always attentive to our needs.’
‘They stand out for the sense of responsibility and the client focus they show in any matter they are asked to address.’
Key clients
- 3M
- Chevron
- RelaDyne
- Energizer
- Walmart
- Bayer
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- LKQ Corporation
- McKinsey & Company
- LastPass
Work highlights
Advised Holcim on the labour law aspects of the acquisition of 100% of Cemex’s operations in Guatemala, including conducting due diligence to verify compliance with labour laws, as well as health and occupational safety, and social security regulations.
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Practice head
Liz Gordillo; Rosa María Arenales