Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga‘s labour and employment team advises employers on a full range of labour and social security matters, with strength in both individual disputes and collective negotiations. The team also supports multinational clients in cross-border employment matters. Practice co-head Diego Viana is an expert in labour litigation and union negotiations. Fellow practice head Ignacio Demarco focuses on labour disputes, audits and negotiations. Senior associate Malenna Rovetta specialises in individual litigation and social security. Senior associate Joaquín Davyt handles litigation and pre-court settlements as well as cross-border matters.
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- ‘Clarity and professionalism in our advice. Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga compares very favorably with other law firms' teams, particularly its frequent updates on various new labour regulations.'
‘Excellent disposition and solid knowledge enable him to address any needs at any time - Diego Viana is outstanding, in our opinion.'
Key clients
- Marfrig
- Codere Group
- Candysur
- Banco Santander
- Viscofan
- Socur
- Sportradar
- CAE
- Quantik Group
- Association of Warehouse Importers and Wholesalers
- CBRE
Work highlights
Assisting and representing Google in labour and social security matters related to the establishment of a data center in Uruguay.
Advised Banco Santander Uruguay in collective bargaining with a banking union, fixing new labour conditions and benefits for the industry.
Successfully defended Inaler (Marfrig Group) in a claim for health and safety conditions brought by a foreign employee who visited the slaughterhouse to perform a kosher slaughter ritual.
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Practice head
Diego Viana; Ignacio Demarco
Other key lawyers
Malenna Rovetta; Joaquin Davyt