De la Vega & Martínez Rojas, S.C. is a top-tier law boutique specialising in labour and employment consulting and litigation matters, with notable experience in union negotiations. The firm is highly active in the automotive sector, with key clients including Audi and Volkswagen, supporting the industry with collective bargaining agreements and the management of strike procedures. The group also assists clients in navigating investigations by US and Mexican authorities regarding alleged labour rights violations and in implementing appropriate remediation measures. On the consultancy side, it provides expertise in labour strategy and ensures compliance during corporate reorganisations. Oscar de la Vega Gómez has more than three decades of experience in labour litigation and leads the team alongside fellow founding partner Ricardo Martínez Rojas, a reputable authority in employment law, who handles matters related to contracting, collective conflicts and employee compensation. Enrique García Conde in Monterrey completes the trio of team leaders, focusing on advisory and contentious labour matters. Junior talent in the team includes Héctor Mauricio De La Cruz Castañeda, who brings expertise in collective bargaining negotiations and amparo proceedings. José María Galindo is also an up-and-coming partner with similar experience in labour negotiations and is particularly active in the rubber and mining industries. Oscar de la Vega Castillo and Regina de la Vega Castillo complete the associate-level group.
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Testimonials
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‘The team offers highly personalised attention, focuses on practical solutions and is very good at resolving complex conflicts.'
‘Outstanding customer service. They understand the problem very well and focus on practical solutions. Enrique García Conde and Guillermo Moad Valenzuela are key practitioners.'
‘Experience and up-to-date knowledge of labour issues are a point of reference when a change in the law is about to occur, and they are of great help in understanding the implications of the changes so they can be implemented. In the case of field research, they have trained personnel to carry out data collection, analysis, and conclusions that allow for decision-making with a high rate of success.'
‘Oscar de la Vega Castillo has extensive knowledge of the labour market, and a team of highly trained lawyers supporting him.'
- 'Highly trained team. Technically strong. Excellent service and rapport. Good network and reputation.'
- 'They are approachable, proactive, and, when necessary, take swift action. Good network and problem-solving skills.'
Key clients
- Saint Gobain Sekurit
- Audi México
- Volkswagen México
- Aerovías De México (Aeroméxico)
- Continental Tire De Mexico
- Bussmann
- Grupo Aeroportuario del Pácifico
- Draxton México
- Panasonic Automotive Systems Mexico
- Tridonex
- Hotel Marquis Reforma
- Nacional Monte de Piedad
Work highlights
Reached an agreement to allow Saint Gobain Sekurit to continue to have operational freedom and have stability mid and long term, managing the relationship with its new independent union.
Advised Audi Mexico through a labour dispute, managing both the judicial proceedings and high-stakes negotiations before and during a 24-day strike that directly impacted nearly 6,000 employees, ultimately securing a government-involved resolution approved by the majority of the workforce after over three months of talks.
Advised Volkswagen México (Silao) on the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement.
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.
José María Galindo
Practice head
Oscar de la Vega Gómez; Ricardo Martínez Rojas; Enrique García Conde
Other key lawyers
Héctor de la Cruz; José María Galindo; Oscar de la Vega Castillo; Regina de la Vega Castillo; Guillermo Moad Valenzuela