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Labour

The labour and employment team at Alta stands out for its strong dispute resolution skills. The team is well versed in defending employers in labour litigation and handling conciliation processes concerning the dismissal of employees and adjustment of salaries, including in cases involving high-level executives. Among its diverse client base are well-known regional and international companies in the agribusiness, telecoms, technology and services sectors, to name but a few. Michael Rascoff and senior associate Josafat Izaguirre, both of whom are experienced in labour disputes, lead the practice, while managing partner Óscar Melara is also a key name to note.
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  • ‘At Alta, Josafat Izaguirre is a labour law specialist with extensive experience both as an in-house and firm attorney, which makes him very aware of the needs of in-house lawyers. He has comprehensive expertise in labour law, covering the Labor Code, labour regulations, international conventions, and social security law, among others. He dedicates sufficient time to understanding the client's needs and their day-to-day operations to mitigate risks and provide highly effective labour law advice.'

  • ‘Oscar Melara is a first-class strategist and highly agile in coordinating internal solutions for his clients. Josafat Izaguirre is a distinguished lawyer in labour matters, with in-depth knowledge of the legislation and the reality of the labour institutions and courts. He is skilled at providing labour law advice tailored to the national situation and his clients' risk appetite.’

  • ‘The lawyers have provided us with exceptional guidance in handling labour cases, always seeking a fair resolution to each case.’

  • ‘Analytical, focused, and with an appropriate attitude to risk management.’

  • 'The team stands out for its clear, efficient advice, which is aligned to the client's requirements, as well as its modern and innovative approach.'

  • 'The firm's lawyers are distinguished by their approachability, practical approach, and deep understanding of the work environment; Josafat stands out for his availability, clarity, and ability to anticipate risks better than his competitors.'

Key clients

  • Corporación Multinversiones/Compañía Avícola de Centroamérica, S.A.
  • Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana (UNITEC)
  • Telefónica Celular, S.A. De C.V.
  • Grupo Salinas
  • Desarrollos Inmobiliarios Cascadas de Honduras, S.A.
  • Results Honduras, S.A.
  • Cinépolis
  • Teleperformance
  • Continental Motores, S.A.
  • Arabela Honduras, S.A.
  • Droguería Pharmalat
  • Abbott

Work highlights

Advised Concentrix on the correct process to terminate the employment relationship with its regional vice-president, avoiding litigation.
Advised Teleperformance on carrying several conciliation processes relating to internal, administrative and judicial claims.
Advised Grupo AG of Guatemala on the out-of-court settlement of a 21-year labour lawsuit.
Practice head

Michael Rascoff; Josafat Izaguirre