With expertise in both individual and collective labour rights and social security law, Castellan Abogados advises a growing list of local and international companies and institutions, as well as playing an active role in administrative labour matters. Advising clients on operations and staff relations on a day-to-day basis, the team excels in preventative advice, while also boasting a proven track record in labour litigation. It is also called upon to advise on immigration matters. Mariana Casella leads the team; in addition to her established labour litigation practice, she also advises companies on labour relations, from HR policies to the management of collective and union matters. Macarena López is an active member of the team at senior associate level, spearheading the group’s work in migration matters and representing clients before courts and labour authorities.
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‘Several aspects that we consider fundamental: first of all, it is a team that has a combination of experience and specialisation in various areas of law, which allows comprehensive solutions to the legal challenges we face.'
‘The strength and abilities of the Castellán team in our consideration is that they are highly qualified lawyers, who denote continuous learning. We can highlight Mariana Casella and Macarena Lopez.’
‘The multidisciplinary team gives me the peace of mind of having the necessary advice in a timely manner. Easy access to the corresponding professional.’
‘Although the team is highly professional, some members make a difference with the prompt and involved response to the problem posed. This is the case of Mariana Casella.’
‘Always ready, with excellent communication and arrival. Great spirit of collaboration.’
‘The closeness, the sincere support on a daily basis with excellent technical and ethical management.’
‘They are always available and committed to our needs. The lawyers who assist us have always demonstrated very good knowledge regarding the topics they are designated.’
‘I understand that the differentiated attention and level of involvement in the issues is a differential for the entire team. The main contact I have is Mariana who demonstrates vast knowledge in labour law.'
Key clients
- Royal IHC
- Luxottica Group
- Las Acacias (M. Dias Branco)
- Kia Motors
- Shift Brazil
- Club Urunday
- Maxion Montich Uruguay
- Uruguay Inoxidable
- Dragados del Uruguay
- Club de Golf del Uruguay
Work highlights
Assisted and represented Uruguayan noodle companies in wage councils for the second time, negotiating a new agreement with national scope for salary raises and benefits for the sector, valid from June 2023 to June 2025.
Conducted a labour due diligence for SHIFT Brazilian for the absorption of highly skilled personnel, as part of a partnership termination agreement for the distribution and commercial representation of the company in Latin America.
Negotiated, on behalf DYOSFER, with Maritime Union to employ Uruguayan workers in a project of national interest.
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Practice head
Mariana Casella