Fisher Phillips continues to develop its labour practice in Mexico, providing full-service employment expertise spanning litigation, day-to-day advisory, and labour aspects of M&A transactions. The team is well-versed in Mexico’s evolving labour laws, assisting clients with adjustments to subcontracting and outsourcing policies to ensure full regulatory compliance. Germán de la Garza de Vecchi heads up the labour team and supports clients with hiring, employment terminations, policy implementation, and union negotiations. Octavio Novaro Holguin is a sought-after practitioner handling both individual and collective labour issues in various industries. Victor Manuel Avila Estudillo is a reputable adviser to multinational companies, with standout work including supporting Disney on labour issues as it increases its presence in Mexico. Héctor Cuevas is the key contact for employment matters within the oil and gas industry, while junior partner Andrea Brizio contributes to matters in the pharmaceutical sector.
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Testimonials
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‘Germán de la Garza has proven to be key in any employment decision within the company; his versatility and ability to understand the environment have helped with key internal issues.'
‘Expertise, collaboration, communication.’
‘Its consulting service is very good, with a positive attitude and quick response. They are always open to issues and offer a preventive approach.'
Key clients
- Electrolux
- Bimbo
- Monterra Energy
- Sandoz
- Telefonica Movistar
- ICA Flour Daniel
- Aserta
- Mondelez
- Disney
- Novartis
Work highlights
Advised Disney on the implementation of more than five high-impact legislative changes in labour matters in Mexico.
Advised Novartis on the implementation of the outsourcing reform.
Advised Bimbo on collective bargaining with all the unions with which it has a relationship.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Andrea Brizio
Practice head
Germán De La Garza De Vecchi
Other key lawyers
Octavio Novaro Holguin; Victor Manuel Avila Estudillo; Hector Cuevas; Andrea Brizio