With expertise spanning disputes, collective bargaining agreements, and dismissals, among other areas, the labour and employment group at Pérez-Llorca is a trusted adviser to notable energy, technology, media and entertainment businesses, among other clients. The team, noted for its ’eminently practical approach to advice and high technical quality', is also well equipped to handle multijurisdictional matters, both contentious and non-contentious. At the helm of the department is Luis Enrique Fernández Pallarés, who brings considerable experience acting on litigation proceedings, collective negotiations, and termination processes. The department also benefits from the aptitude of Daniel Cifuentes, who focuses on labour issues arising from insolvencies, collective dismissals, and pre-litigation advice. Isabel Moya is another key practitioner.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm maintains an optimal team organisation to provide the most satisfactory response to client needs.’
- ‘Undoubtedly, their greatest strength lies in meeting the client's needs. They are efficient, committed, and highly professional in their field, with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic, particularly Luis Enrique Fernández Pallarés.’
- ‘Their eminently practical approach to advice and high technical quality, alongside the partner's availability and involvement in all matters, and their knowledge of the sector and the latest developments and trends, make them compare very favourably comparable to other firms.’
- ‘Daniel Cifuentes is an outstanding lawyer, not only for his technical expertise and mastery of the subject matter, but also for the highly practical approach to his advice, which makes it extremely valuable. This, combined with his knowledge and understanding of his clients' needs, sets him apart from his competitors.’
- ‘The Pérez-Llorca team stands out for its multidisciplinary approach, continuous training, and ability to adapt to regulatory and jurisprudential changes.’
- ‘The Pérez-Llorca team is distinguished by its technical excellence and ethical commitment.’
- ‘The Pérez-Llorca team operates at the highest levels of excellence.’
- ‘Iván Gayarre and Daniel Cifuentes are exceptional in their field, demonstrating availability and speed, something noteworthy compared to other firms.’
Key clients
- Just Eat
- El Corte Inglés
- Engie
- Grupo Gran Solar
- Internacional Business Machines
- DC Clinic Sociedad Limitada
- Endesa
- Ascó-Vandellós Nuclear Association
- Intelcia
- Unicaja Bank
- OHLA
Work highlights
Represented Just Eat in an unfair competition claim against Glovo, arguing that the competitor enjoyed an unlawful advantage by classifying its riders as self-employed workers who should have been hired under the country’s labour legislation.
Advised El Corte Inglés on a collective dispute regarding the registration of working hours.
Advised Engie on the negotiation of a company-wide collective bargaining agreement impacting over 1,600 employees.
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Practice head
Luis Enrique Fernández Pallarés
Other key lawyers
Daniel Cifuentes; Isabel Moya; Iván Gayarre; Yolanda Valdeoliva; Marta Iranzo; Sabela Criado