Labour & Employment Law
Ecuador’s labour environment is highly regulated, subject to constant oversight, and increasingly marked by the judicialisation of employment disputes. We advise domestic and international employers on the comprehensive management of labour relations, with a preventive approach focused on protecting business continuity and mitigating legal, financial, and reputational risks.
What Sets Us Apart
We combine strong expertise in labour law, administrative defense, and litigation with a practical understanding of business operations, industry dynamics, and human capital management in highly regulated sectors.
We provide strategic and ongoing support, acting as trusted partners to human resources, legal, and compliance teams. Our services include continuous training and specialised workshops on legal reforms, administrative criteria, and evolving labour obligations.
Our Team Leaders
Our Services
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Preventive Labour Advisory & Regulatory Compliance
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Internal labour audits and compliance assessments under the Labour Code and applicable administrative regulations.
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Design and implementation of internal policies, employee handbooks, codes of conduct, and workplace protocols.
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Ongoing advisory on Ministry of Labour criteria and support during labour inspections.
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Preventive management of labour contingencies and reduction of sanction risks.
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Employment Contracting, Mobility & Talent Management
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Structuring and drafting employment contracts for local and foreign personnel.
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Advisory on contract types, working hours, compensation, benefits, and incentive schemes.
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Comprehensive management of labour immigration processes, including visas, work permits, renewals, and changes of immigration status.
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Support in international mobility processes, temporary assignments, and regional transfers, ensuring labour and immigration compliance.
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Restructurings, Terminations & Labour Crises
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Planning and implementation of workforce restructurings and headcount reductions.
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Advisory on individual and collective dismissals, administrative termination proceedings, and separation agreements.
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Management of labour contingencies in corporate reorganisations, business closures, and M&A transactions.
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Strategies aimed at minimising financial, legal, and reputational impact.
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Labour Litigation & Administrative Defense
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Representation in individual and collective labour proceedings.
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Defense in administrative proceedings before the Ministry of Labour and other competent authorities.
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Design of procedural strategies focused on mitigating labour risks and costs.
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Strategic negotiation and resolution of labour disputes.
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Training, Compliance & Labour Risk Management
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Training for management and human resources teams on key labour law topics.
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Design and implementation of diversity, equality, and workplace harassment prevention policies.
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Advisory on personal data protection in the employment context and privacy audits.
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Legal support on the use of artificial intelligence tools in internal human resources processes.
Tailored Strategies
Tailored Strategies
We design labour solutions aligned with each employer’s organisational structure, industry, and risk profile.
Commitment to Excellence
We deliver rigorous technical advice, regulatory compliance, and clear guidance to support sound labour decision-making.
Efficiency and Value Creation
We streamline labour management and dispute resolution to reduce risks and costs while enabling sustainable business decisions.