Ferrere has established itself as a top advisor for companies navigating Paraguay’s labour landscape. Its labour and employment department has a ‘commercial focus‘ and is a trusted partner for both multinational corporations and local businesses, offering strategic guidance on the full range of matters, from routine compliance issues to complex disputes. Leading the team, Eduardo Ammatuna advises multinationals on complex matters and coordinates the firm’s regional practice, with strong ties to public bodies. Associate Adriana Figueredo specialises in corporate labour advice, assisting local and international companies with contracts, terminations, penalties, due diligence, suspensions and labour agreements. José Trinidad is recognised for his expertise in labour litigation.

Recognised as a ‘valuable ally‘ in the labour field, the labour and employment team at Irún & Villamayor brings notable experience advising national and multinational companies.  The practice specialises in collective bargaining, workforce compliance, domestic litigation and cross-border disputes. It has successfully guided financial institutions, manufacturing companies, media organisations and infrastructure projects through high-stakes cases, including workforce transitions, union negotiations and sensitive workplace claims.  Practice co-head Javier Irún is a specialist in civil, labour and procedural law. Also a practice head, Félix Villamayor is a labour law expert with vast experience in litigation. Founding partner Joaquín Irún Grau is a former Labour Court Judge and Appeals Court member who has advised leading corporations, public institutions and international organisations. Associates Cynthia Sánchez, Irene Da Silva, Enrique Rodríguez and Jazmín Martínez are experienced labour law practitioners with expertise in preventive labour advisory.

Vouga Abogados‘s labour and employment practice specialises in industrial safety, compliance, and workforce management, ensuring businesses comply with both local regulations and international standards. Its expertise covers labour audits, regulatory implementation, and complex matters, including M&A transactions and workforce restructurings. The department is led by Perla Alderete, one of Paraguay’s top labour and corporate lawyers, with significant experience advising high-profile clients across various industries. Mirtha dos Santos leads high-profile employment cases, particularly unjustified dismissal disputes, representing major corporations. Associate Walter Vera, a key figure in the practice, works alongside Alderete, handling major employment matters such as contract terminations, labour agreements, due diligence and compliance. Associate Marcela dos Santos is instrumental in the firm’s labour litigation practice, overseeing complex employment disputes. Associate Antonella Llamas handles labour, corporate, migration and social security matters, with extensive experience in M&A, due diligence and regulatory compliance, advising both national and international clients.

Aguilar Castillo Love‘s labour and employment practice has been bolstered under the authority of seasoned employment expert Marysol Estigarribia, previously head of Ferrere‘s labour practice, who joined in December 2024. With extensive experience in the manufacturing, tech and services industries, Estigarribia advises on contract negotiations, compliance audits and dispute resolution, including handling key strategic matters for the Ministry of Labour and the Paraguayan Compliance Association.

Colab’s labour and employment team acts for clients across industries such as real estate, agribusiness, tech and corporate services. With a strong focus on compliance, the team also handles complex disputes. Practice head Jorge Gross Brown, a leading expert in labour and employment law, advises top Paraguayan companies on restructurings, compliance and disputes. Co-leader Mauricio Salgueiro specialises in corporate labour structuring and workforce solutions for tech startups. Associate Renato Tenace brings expertise in labour crisis management, contracts and compliance. Associate Joaquina Vera focuses on employment contracts, compliance and regulatory filings.

The labour and employment practice at Moreno Ruffinelli & Asociados advises companies across various industries, from guiding THN Paraguay S.A. on workforce expansion to assisting Vernon with labour inspections. It also supports multinational clients like Gran Bourbon Hotel Asunción on expatriate management and regulatory compliance. The team is led by José Moreno Ruffinelli. Maria Del Rocio Penayo Zarza specialises in compliance, disputes, and cross-border matters, recently advising Vernon on labour laws and a Ministry of Labour inspection. Associate María Inés Segura advises on contracts, permits, social security and benefits, with a broad practice spanning Paraguay and Argentina.

Peroni Sosa Tellechea Burt & Narvaja’s labour department is a dedicated team led by partner labour expert Ernesto Fiore. The practice handles both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising on day-to-day business issues and M&A. It is also well-equipped to assist with employee transfers, working hours, pensions and compliance issues. The team is frequently consulted on labour relations, social security obligations, union matters, collective bargaining, employment regulations and minimum wage concerns. Fiore provides strategic counsel on a range of employment issues, including unfair dismissal, social security compliance, workplace harassment and discrimination cases. Recently, he has led key matters, including advising on gig economy employment structures and representing a company in a major compensation dispute.

Altra Legal’s labour and employment team, led by Andrea Reiser, is known for its proactive and strategic approach to workplace legal matters. With a strong focus on compliance and risk prevention, the practice provides due diligence and expert advisory services. Reiser specialises in labour law and social security issues, advising major corporations, banks, fintech companies and multinationals on workforce matters, compliance and dispute resolution. Agustina Rojas Vía advises local and international clients on corporate and immigration matters. From dispute resolution to foreign employment contracts, the practice remains a trusted firm for leading companies in finance, energy, transport, and beyond.

BKM | Berkemeyer’s labour and employment department specialises in workforce restructuring, particularly in M&A, and provides comprehensive HR support, including contract drafting and compliance. Experts in international employment, it also handles expatriate relocation and immigration. The department is co-led by Hugo T. Berkemeyer and Antonio Villa Berkemeyer, a specialist in corporate and employment law. Villa Berkemeyer oversees labour compliance, company incorporations and workforce structuring. Senior associate Hugo Aponte handles employment law, labour litigation and corporate compliance matters. Associates Jorge Peralta Sosa and Mauricio Ozuna bring expertise in labour advisory, employee transfers, litigation and social security issues.

The labour and employment practice at Estudio Jurídico Gross Brown specialises in risk mitigation and strategic dispute resolution. María del Pilar Callizo, head of the department, is a leading expert in labour and administrative law, and provides comprehensive legal counsel in labour disputes, mediation and arbitration.