We are a law firm with 95 years of experience, specializing in providing strategic labor advisory to companies. We actively participate in the most relevant labor discussions at both the national and international levels, proudly representing the Mexican business sector before the International Labour Organization (ILO).
We have played a significant role in various labor issues, from the 2019 reform to the initiative to reform outsourcing, demonstrating our ability to address key matters.
We specialize in providing legal representation and advisory to companies, which allows us to understand their specific needs. We have international experience, facilitating clear communication with foreign representatives and providing solid support in interpreting Mexican labor regulation and judicial procedures.
We deliver customized solutions through a preventive, corrective, and complementary approach.
Fernando Yllanes Martínez (Partner & Managing Director)
Managing Director of Yllanes Ramos, Fernando is a pillar of Labor Law in Mexico, with more than 40 years of experience setting a standard of excellence in the firm. He has represented Mexico at the ILO for more than 25 years and has played a crucial role in historic reforms such as the Federal Labor Law and the USMCA. His leadership has been recognized by Who’s Who Legal as a Global Leader in Labor Law.
Fernando Yllanes Almanza (Partner & Consulting Director)
Fernando holds a Law Degree from Universidad Panamericana, an LLM from Fordham Law School, and an MBA from the University of Warwick. As a partner and director at Yllanes Ramos, he specializes in labor litigation, regulatory compliance, and the design of collective strategies, as well as leading international expansion from Madrid.
Edgar Castañeda Castañeda (Partner & Litigation Director)
With over 15 years of experience in labor law, Edgar holds a Law Degree from Universidad Panamericana and is a member of the Illustrious and National College of Lawyers of Mexico. As a Partner and Litigation Director at Yllanes Ramos, he stands out for his focus on labor compliance, conflict resolution strategies, and handling complex cases such as unjustified dismissals.
Araceli Cervantes (Director of Social Security)
José Luis Orea (Director of Corporate and Business Law)
Alejandro Fernández (Director of Collective Law)