Labour & Employment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Peru
Band 4
About
Provided by Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
We offer labor advice in general, including contract and salary planning, due diligence, occupational health and safety, labor brokering and outsourcing, court proceedings, inspection procedures and claims brought against the Social Security Health Institute (EsSALUD), and collective bargaining. We also advise on the hiring of foreign employees and the steps required to get their work permits.
Chambers Review
Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados has an experienced labour team with expertise in advising on matters related to collective bargaining, judicial proceedings and labour audits. The department is also well equipped to handle day-to-day labour advice. The firm is routinely retained by domestic and international clients with a presence in sectors such as energy, telecommunications, and food and beverages. Unimar is a new client win.
Work Highlights
- Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados assisted Monsanto Peru in a collective bargaining process with their union.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm's answers are clear and straightforward. They provide not only accurate information but also a solid legal basis, giving us the confidence and knowledge needed to move forward on the issues."
"The firm's answers are clear and straightforward. They provide not only accurate information but also a solid legal basis, giving us the confidence and knowledge needed to move forward on the issues."
Notable Practitioners
Talented partner Ricardo Herrera Vásquez regularly assists clients with a wide range of labour matters, from lawsuits and collective bargaining to regulatory advice in Peru.
"Ricardo Herrera Vásquez stands out for his expertise in the subject matter and creativity."
Noteworthy partner César Puntriano is frequently sought out by clients to advise on immigration issues and labour disputes in Peru.
"César Puntriano demonstrates very good knowledge, mastery of the case and a solid defence. He also shows connection and commitment to the company."
Ranked Lawyers at
Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
Peru
Members
Provided by Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
Berenisse Siñani
Boris Sebastiani
Guillermo Gonzales
Laura Medrano
María del Pilar Flórez Izarra
Milko Briones
Head of Department
Ricardo Vílchez
Victor Avalos
Clients
Provided by Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
Adecco Consulting
Apm Terminals Inland Services
Arca Continental
British American Tobacco del Perú
Citibank del Perú
Colgate-Palmolive Perú
Credit Suisse
Mitsubishi Perú
Nestle Perú
Owens-Illinois Perú
Pepsi Cola Panamericana
Pfizer
Ripley
Scotiabank Perú
Seven Seas Water Corporation
Suez Group
TACA
Telefónica del Perú
Unión de Cervecerías Peruanas Backus & Johnston
Vale (Compañía Minera Miski Mayo)
Industries
Provided by Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados
Banking, consumer product manufacturing, education, energy, food & drink producers, government, mining, pharmaceuticals & life sciences, retail.