The practice group at Assembla assists domestic and international employers with a broad range of contentious and non-contentious workplace matters. Core areas of expertise for the group include labour litigation, workplace investigations, executive terminations, collective bargaining issues and regulatory compliance. Practice head Sofía Gómez Bautista routinely represents clients across the manufacturing, retail and logistics sectors in labour litigation, while also advising on a wide range of employment and workplace-management matters.
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Testimonials
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- The team's attention to detail is second to none. Their case analysis is exceptional. Sofía Gómez and Rodrigo Estrada are highly skilled lawyers. A distinguishing feature is their in-depth legal analysis, their willingness to research, and their ability to think outside the box in every case we present. Our industry and cases are challenging, and they consistently exceed expectations. Even colleagues from other departments have given them very positive feedback.
- The Assembla team is highly professional and very up-to-date on labor law. Without a doubt, it's a much stronger team than those at other firms I've worked with.
- Their friendly manner, quick responses with clear explanations, empathy, and professionalism stand out in all members of the Assembla team.
- Sofia Gomez immediately focuses on the customer's needs. She is very helpful and has an excellent service attitude.
- Among the strengths of the Assembla team, I can mention the following: - Accuracy and quality of information: their deliverables or meeting minutes always meet or even exceed expectations. - Communication: clear and concise. - Prompt response times: their responses to follow-up inquiries are always reasonable.
- - Their customer service is excellent. They are always available when needed. - Their sense of urgency is a very important factor, as we have dealt with situations that require immediate attention. - They take the time to provide us with a range of alternatives to address our problem, so that we, as clients, can decide which one best meets our needs; we trust their judgment and expertise.
- One of the team's key differentiators is its high level of availability and approachability. They are always accessible when needed, which is crucial in situations requiring immediate response. This availability, combined with their responsiveness and understanding of the business, allows them to act swiftly and provide practical solutions in critical moments. Compared to other firms, they stand out not only for their technical expertise but also for their commitment and sense of urgency, positioning them as a true strategic partner rather than just an external supplier.
- The team stands out for its high responsiveness and flexibility in adapting to our needs, even in complex situations or under tight deadlines. They are very agile in communication and decision-making, which facilitates efficient progress. Furthermore, they demonstrate a good understanding of the business, which translates into practical, solution-oriented advice, not just theoretical. This has been especially valuable in contexts where we need a balance between legal compliance and operational viability. Compared to other firms, their level of availability and approachability is a clear differentiator. They not only respond quickly but also actively engage with the issues and provide constant follow-up, which fosters trust and continuity in our work. Regarding new developments, we have observed a greater openness to more collaborative and flexible work models, as well as more direct and efficient communication, aligned with the client's needs.
Key clients
- Bimba y Lola Mexico
- Weener Plastics
- Milestone Systems Mexico
- Pointer Recuperación de México
- Daikin Airconditioning Mexico
- Danone de México
- Welocalize Mexico
Work highlights
Represented Bimba y Lola Mexico in the defence of a wrongful termination claim brought by a former regional sales manager.
Assisted Weener Plastics Mexico with obtaining the annulment of an MXN $1.5m fine imposed by the Ministry of Labour.
Assisted Pointer Recuperación de México with executing a termination strategy in connection with the post-acquisition separation of ten senior executives.
Practice head
Sofía Gómez Bautista
