Market-leading labour boutique Vinatea & Toyama maintains a strong reputation in the space, boasting a 56-strong team which includes nine practice leads. The team's members are well-versed in the intricacies of labour law and are adept at advising on the full spectrum of related aspects, including litigation matters, preventive strategic planning services, the design of employment policies, and protocols and compliance. Reputed litigator Luis Vinatea jointly leads the litigation team with Magaly Alarcón, Roberto Matallana and Eduardo Mercado, while the consulting area is led by Alfredo Salvador and new partner Juan Carlos Girao. Name partner Jorge Toyama Miyagusuku and Herbert Prelle also contribute to the team, as well as to the labour relations area. Co-head Renato Mejía is the key contact for inspections matters and leads the related area in the firm. Also integral to the team, and both recently raised to partnership, are Fabiola Maza, who is highlighted for her expertise in corporate restructuring processes, equality and diversity policies, and production decentralisation processes; and Alfonso Higa, a specialist in labour litigation and defence in relevant procedures.

Handling a range of contentious and non-contentious work, Estudio Echecopar advises on hiring and termination, health and safety, outsourcing of operations, collective bargaining and labour policy matters. The practice group is noted for its growth in matters related to gender equality, remote working and internal restructuring due to M&A transactions. Labour law expert Mónica Pizarro leads the team, providing expert advice on salary discrimination, internal restructuring of companies and sexual harassment, while Luis Miguel Almendariz specialises in litigation. Principal associate Karen Bustamante specialises in occupational health and safety mandates and is routinely engaged for her expertise in audits in addition to administrative and judicial procedures. Additional key contacts include senior associates Elizabeth Zamudio (collective bargaining and labour relations for multijurisdictional clients); and Gabriela Salas Zuñiga (equal pay and sexual harassment matters).

The labour and social security department at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados is well-positioned to handle employee suspension and termination matters, outsourcing, unions, immigration and labour litigation. The client roster includes domestic and international entities across a range of industries, including hydrocarbons, finance and construction. Practice lead Ricardo Herrera stands out for his experience in negotiations with unions and defence of clients in judicial procedures. Further bolstering the team are César Puntriano, another key contact for the firm’s labour procedures; María del Pilar Flórez, an immigration specialist; and Ricardo Vilchez, who has extensive knowledge of labour law as it pertains to the fishing industry. Rounding out the team are Rocío Saux, who contributes expertise in audits, health and safety matters, and corporate restructuring; and Boris Sebastiani (litigation and audit matters).

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria has a strong track record in labour and employment matters and is regularly called upon to assist with union relations, employee hiring and termination, labour policies, audits and litigation. The practice group also offers guidance on newer issues within the sector, such as diversity and discrimination matters. The practice group is jointly led by César Gonzales Hunt, head of the social security and litigation area, who brings extensive experience in arbitration; and Lidia Vilchez, who oversees the consulting and collective bargaining area as an expert in those fields. At the principal associate level, Katy Noriega is recognised for her expertise in corporate reorganisations, litigation and providing training on gender and sexual harassment matters for companies; Silvia Rebaza is noted for her extensive knowledge of occupational health and safety matters and immigration matters.

Rodrigo is lauded for its ‘solution-focused approach’ on a range of labour and employment mandates that includes hirings and terminations, employment policies, occupational health and safety and social security matters. The firm is also adept at advising on administrative and judicial proceedings, with experience in negotiations and conflict resolution. Practice co-lead José Balta specialises in immigration and discrimination matters, with a particular focus on the gender pay gap and sexual harassment, while fellow co-head Mario Pasco provides expertise on collective bargaining, audit and taxation matters, and litigation. Clients also benefit from the support of Ernesto Cárdenas, who is noted for his advice on the development of tax and labour structures in companies. At the senior associate level, Claudia Cermeño assists with social security aspects, health and safety, and individual and collective labour law matters; Mariana González-Prada provides guidance on the hiring of local and foreign employees, the outsourcing of company operations and labour cost reduction. Associate Eulogio Peña, a conflict resolution specialist, is an additional key contact.

Rubio Leguía Normand’s labour, employment and social security team boasts a roster of domestic and international clients in a range of industries, including mining, infrastructure and insurance, to name a few key areas. Commended for its ‘strategic focus’, the practice group advises on collective bargaining, audits, equal pay matters, business structuring and occupational health and safety. Víctor Ferro co-leads the team, offering advice on contentious and non-contentious matters including collective bargaining, compensation plans and immigration matters; practice co-head Sandro Núñez is noted for his work in related proceedings. Armando Gutiérrez also acts as co-lead and specialises in risk mitigation and conflict resolution. André Cossio, who was promoted to the partnership in January 2025, leverages deep expertise in occupational health and safety to advise on inspections, as well as collective bargaining and arbitration. Promoted to principal associate in 2024, Marilú Merzthal majors on contentious procedures before state authorities. Principal associate Ángel Ramírez is well-versed in the intricacies of immigration matters, inspections and constitutional proceedings.

Handling matters in individual and collective labour law, Benites, Vargas & Ugaz is well-equipped to assist both public and private entities with a range of matters, including collective bargaining, company employment policies (hiring, compensation), immigration regulations and outsourcing. The practice group is praised for its ‘care and dedication’ in administrative and judicial procedures, and also provides advice (prevention and enforcement) pertaining to sexual harassment policies. The department is jointly led by Jorge Luis Acevedo, drawing on over twenty years of experience to advise on tax, social security, litigation and collective bargaining matters; and Carla Benedetti, a specialist in labour litigation and occupational health and safety, with a strong track record in proceedings before the Superintendence of Labour Inspection (SUNAFIL, by its Spanish acronym). Clients further benefit from the expertise of senior associates and accomplished litigators Karla Zuta, María Eugenia Tamariz and Franklin Altamirano.

Tax and labour boutique Gálvez & Dolorier Abogados supports clients with litigation, general consulting on labour matters (employment contracts, policies, terminations) and negotiations and collective bargaining with unions. The firm advises entities from the public and private sectors and is noted in particular for its work in labour-related corruption cases in state-owned organisations. Highly-regarded arbitrator Javier Dolorier co-leads the team, providing specialist advice on collective bargaining, audits and restructuring; fellow team lead Flor Villaseca Hernández specialises in occupational health and safety in addition to advising on administrative, judicial and constitutional procedures. Associate Ana Villaseca Hernández garners praise for her expertise in workplace accident mandates, sexual harassment claims and pension litigation.

Miranda & Amado fields a skilled labour department with capabilities spanning union negotiation, representation before authorities in contentious cases and assistance with regulatory compliance. Practice lead Eric Castro has deep experience assisting with labour relations, occupational health and safety and collective bargaining, while also advising on lawsuits and inspection procedures. The team also features Carlos Cadillo, whose broad expertise takes in arbitration, risk mitigation as it pertains to labour conflicts, social security and immigration matters; Luis Santa-Cruz, raised to the partnership in 2024, who is noted for his work in arbitration and administrative proceedings; and counsel Fernando Rodríguez, who contributes expertise in collective bargaining, immigration issues and compliance. At the associate level, key contacts include seniors Carol Villalobos (foreign employee hiring, salary matters and administrative procedures) and Aracelli Morales (representation in labour claims).

Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas assists clients with labour procedures, gender equality and sexual harassment matters, and labour issues arising from M&A transactions. María Haydee Zegarra co-leads the practice group, providing expert advice on hiring and termination matters, collective bargaining and outsourcing, and is highlighted for her work in company equity policies. Experienced arbitrator Omar Díaz Ramírez also co-leads the team, advising on compliance matters, policy development, M&A and employment agreements. Additional key contacts include senior associates Michele Durand, offering guidance on compliance matters, disciplinary measures for employees and policies regarding the prevention of workplace sexual harassment; Helga Irazola, who assists clients with termination processes, the planning of labour structures and policies, and defence in judicial procedures; and Daniel Sánchez, who has experience advising companies and unions in labour disputes. Julio Ramírez joined the team in August 2024 from Latam Airlines Peru.

A reliable name in labour and employment matters, CMS Grau advises on high-stakes labour disputes, audits, risk management mandates, health and safety policies, and M&A issues as they pertain to labour law. The practice group provides counsel to clients in a range of industries, including retail, oil-and-gas and aviation. Cecilia Vargas is at the helm of the team, leveraging extensive experience in administrative procedures, litigation, compliance audits and conflict prevention. At associate level, Natalia Almonte is noted for her capabilities in litigation, audits, health and safety systems and management of sexual harassment and remote working matters; the ‘exceptional’ Franco Herrera is highlighted for his strong track record in defending both local and international clients in administrative and judicial cases. Claudia Flecha retired in 2023.

Cornejo ^ Calderón Boutique Laboral strengthened its foothold in the labour and employment market with a team expansion, including the hiring of partner and new practice co-head Daniel de la Vega from Rodrigo in August 2024. The practice group supports clients navigating litigation, internal training and risk management. Labour law authority and name partner Carlos Cornejo Vargas co-leads the team and advises on labour planning, audits and disciplinary procedures. Team co-lead and – as of January 2025, name partner – Cecilia Calderón focuses her practice on labour-related M&A matters, start-up operations (recruitment, compliance, training) and judicial proceedings. New partner Daniel de la Vega specialises in the management and resolution of labour conflicts. Former partners Cintia Santiváñez and Claudia Seminario left the firm in January 2025.

DLA Piper Perú is routinely engaged by clients seeking advice on a number of labour law matters, including compliance and audits; redundancies and dismissals; health and safety; immigration; and workplace sexual harassment and bullying mandates. The practice group is also experienced in assisting clients with labour disputes and union relations, in addition to handling sensitive mental health-related matters. Practice lead Cecilia Guzmán-Barrón is commended for her ‘ample knowledge’ of labour law, bringing expertise in hiring strategies, redundancies, due diligence and occupational health and safety, to name a few key aspects. Integral to the team’s success are principal associate Flavia Granados, who offers specialist advice on the hiring of national and international employees, termination and audit preparation, and union relations and defence in judicial procedures; and senior associate María Teresa Cuba, a sought-after litigator.

Recognised for its ‘professionalism and quality’, EY Peru fields a 139-strong team to assist clients with a range of labour issues, including workforce management; compensation planning; collective bargaining; termination matters; and administrative and judicial procedures. José Ignacio Castro oversees the practice group, with experience spanning negotiations with unions, due diligence matters and procedures before the Superintendence of Labour Inspection (SUNAFIL). Co-heads of the team are also Mauro Ugaz and Mauricio Matos Zegarra, fronting the consulting area; Miguel Rubio Ayllon, head of litigation for the practice group who contributes expertise in due diligence, remuneration and recruitment plans; Valeria Galindo, an expert on immigration matters; and executive directors Jaime Cuzquén Carnero (labour inspections, occupational health and safety, collective bargaining), Adriana Lucia Gianotti (taxation, social security, immigration matters) and Lesli Ruiz Del Águila (litigation).

Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados continues to expand its work in the labour and employment area, with a client roster boasting domestic and international entities across industries such as mining, energy, healthcare and biotechnology. The practice group is well-positioned to provide support on collective bargaining, litigation and risk mitigation mandates. Practice co-head Alicia Jiménez joined the firm in November 2024 from Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria, 'significantly strengthening' the firm’s offering in this practice area, with key areas of expertise spanning collective bargaining, compliance matters and litigation. César Abanto also acts as practice head, offering expert advice on employee benefits, outsourcing and labour disputes, to name a few key areas. Senior associate and March 2024 hire Laura Medrano Vega (previously at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados) is noted for her contributions on labour disputes; associates Luis Alberto Cancho and Diego Duffoó assist clients with administrative procedures, collective bargaining and labour disputes.

Dentons Peru offers advice on labour policies, hiring and termination matters, and labour cost reduction, among other day-to-day labour issues. The practice group is also equipped to assist with judicial and administrative procedures, M&A and immigration matters. Pamela Duffy leads the team; her broad expertise takes in talent management and termination strategies, litigation and immigration mandates. Consultant Jaime Zegarra, who is experienced in collective bargaining, audits and outsourcing matters, is an additional key contact.

Estudio Olaechea fields a nine-person labour department offering guidance on litigation; migration matters; inspections; occupational health and safety; and sexual harassment issues, with a client roster that includes local and foreign companies. Industry expert and practice lead Lucianna Polar leverages 20 years of experience to advise on workforce structures, compliance, health and safety and redundancy strategies, among other pertinent matters. Strengthening the team’s offering are associates Ccantu Osorio, who contributes expertise in labour litigation, disciplinary procedures and contractual matters; and Andrea Bartra, whose capabilities span workplace harassment training, hiring matters and procedures before the Superintendence of Labour Inspection (SUNAFIL).

With a focus on risk management, GSA Legal is well-equipped to assist with administrative and judicial procedures, labour inspections and collective bargaining, in addition to immigration law matters. Practice co-head Jaime Durand is an expert in labour and immigration law and is noted for his extensive experience in labour litigation; fellow head Macarena Morales is a specialist in retirement, pension and immigration regulation. The wider team includes Alberto Varillas, who contributes expertise in oil-and-gas and mining law; principal associate Elvira Castañeda, who assists clients with risk mitigation and judicial labour procedures; and senior associate Fressia Sánchez, who draws on her experience in the public sector to advise private entities.

Hernández & Cía’s labour and employment practice provides ‘specialised knowledge’ on labour and human resources matters, with experience spanning hiring and termination, occupational health and safety, and compensation plans, in addition to collective bargaining and litigation matters. At the helm is Diego Castillo, handling migration issues, labour litigation and union relations. Senior associate Mariana Barreto is also recognised for her work in tax matters, collective bargaining, immigration services and litigation.

Clients commend Osterling Abogados for providing ‘strategic legal solutions’ on matters including social security, occupational health and safety, and migration issues. Serving clients in the mining, pharmaceutical and fishing industries, the practice group has experience advising on remote working, sexual harassment matters and risk mitigation strategies. Practice co-head Ary Alcántara Valdivia is an authority on labour and social security law whose expertise encompasses labour policies, collective bargaining and conflict settlement; fellow co-head Joyce Cieza Mora offers guidance on individual and collective dismissal processes, incorporation of foreign employees and inspections before the relevant government bodies. Strengthening the team’s offering are associates Patricia Medina Bellido (labour disputes, migratory matters), Fernanda Monty (corporate labour policies, judicial and administrative proceedings) and January 2024-hire Sonia Alcántara Ruiz (preventive and corrective advisory, inspection proceedings).

Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados’ labour and employment services encompass administrative litigation and arbitration; the development of compliance programmes; immigration services for foreign personnel; and labour policies related to salaries, hiring and outsourcing matters. The practice group is jointly led by Cristina Oviedo and Brian Ávalos, whose collective expertise spans company policies, wages and benefits, taxation matters and occupational health and safety. Also integral to the team are principal associates Shirley Quino, an employment and pension law specialist; and Dante Botton, who is a key contact for the defence of clients in judicial proceedings.

The labour team at PricewaterhouseCoopers Peru provides counsel on occupational health and safety matters, labour compliance audits and collective dismissal processes. Practice lead Percy Alache contributes experience in collective bargaining, litigation, risk management and labour compliance matters, advising both national and international entities. At the associate level, Arianna Montero, who joined the firm in March 2024, is noted for her expertise in regulatory compliance matters and inspection procedures; Valeria Paz López handles compliance work and labour advisory services.

Stucchi Abogados' labour law department is routinely called upon to assist with occupational health and safety, social security and hiring of foreign personnel, in addition to labour inspections and litigation matters. Bringing extensive industry experience, Michael Vidal Salazar co-leads the practice group, contributing expertise in consulting, litigation, immigration matters, inspections and collective bargaining. Fellow team lead Jaime Talledo specialises in sports, public and labour law.

CPB Abogados advises on labour compliance, risk mitigation, defence before regulatory bodies and occupational health and safety, with clients across a range of industries including retail, construction and finance. Bringing over 25 years of experience, Mario Pinatte Cabrera manages the practice group, assisting national and multinational companies with risk mitigation, dispute resolution, reduction of labour costs and regulatory compliance.

Cuatrecasas is strengthening its position in the labour and employment sector, advising clients in a range of industries including mining, energy, steel and finance. The practice group advises on hiring and termination matters (including of foreign personnel); labour cost reduction; collective bargaining; internal investigations; and administrative and judicial procedures. 2023 hire Iván Blume leads the team and provides counsel on compliance, equality policies and data privacy, among other key areas. Also integral to the team’s success are associates Ralph Salas, who joined in April 2024, bringing expertise in strategy for labour proceedings, judicial reviews and inspection procedures; and María Pía Agramonte, who assists with immigration, social security and data protection issues.

Garrigues provides capable advice on labour and employment issues, assisting clients with mass layoffs, compensation schemes, immigration and expatriation matters, and labour litigation. The practice group is also well-positioned to advise on data protection and M&A matters as they pertain to the practice area. At the helm is Franco Muschi, a labour litigation expert who provides comprehensive advice on hiring and compensation matters, in addition to cross-border conflicts (individual and collective). At the associate level, seniors Milagros Villavicencio (labour consultancy and litigation) and Mariana Ubidia (hiring and termination matters, compensation structures) are highlighted for their contributions. Associate Maggie Ormeño assists with sexual harassment investigations, judicial procedures and outsourcing mandates.