The labour, pension funds and immigration department at Guyer & Regules is recognised as a powerhouse in Uruguay. Since June 2024, Santiago Madalena has strengthened the department as practice head, bringing his expertise in emerging areas such as cryptocurrency payments for employees, as well as advising on workplace harassment and digital payments. Leonardo Slinger advises clients on disputes and collective bargaining, representing employers in various sectors. Slinger frequently advises the Uruguayan Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Labour. The team also includes senior associate Daniela Risso, associate Javier Galperin, who specialises in labour law and litigation, and associate Ítalo Raymondo, who focuses on employment contracts, dismissals and work obligations matters.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Guyer has a top-notch team of professionals, and a working methodology (with senior and junior lawyers participating in their teams) that allows them to handle a very large volume of cases while providing a rapid response and excellent service.'
  • 'Santiago Madalena is excellent.'
  • ‘Leonardo Slinger is the partner we work with. His ability and years of experience in the industry give him such extensive and in-depth knowledge that he provides instant solutions that are always well-reasoned and justified. Leonardo is a benchmark in our country when it comes to labor law. He is so accessible that we consult him beforehand on any matter of any relevance or that could entail risks. Having his support is a guarantee and a peace of mind.'

  • ‘A team available, with in-depth knowledge of their clients' realities and the ability to reconcile theory with practice.'

  • ‘Santiago Madalena - pragmatic approach.'

  • ‘They are up to date, not only in their subject matter, but also in good people management practices.'

Key clients

  • Citibank
  • Itau
  • Sura
  • Unilever
  • Divino
  • MAPFRE
  • Trafigura
  • Oracle Coporation
  • Grupo Schandy
  • Asociación de Bancos del Uruguay
  • Julius Baer
  • Danone

Work highlights

Advised Linzor Capital on the sale of its portfolio company, Pagnifique, to Grupo Bimbo as part of the latter’s expansion strategy in Latin America.

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Hall of Fame

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Next Generation Partners

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Santiago Madalena

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Daniela Risso

Practice head

Santiago Madalena

Other key lawyers

Leonardo Slinger; Daniela Risso; Javier Galperin; Ítalo Raymondo