Federico Bernal García

fbernal@littler.com
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With over 18 years of experience in labor law, Federico Bernal García is a partner in the Advisory and Ministry Unit, where he leads comprehensive legal strategies for companies across various sectors. Throughout his career, he has worked as an attorney at leading law firms in Colombia, building a broad and strategic perspective on legal practice.

Since joining Godoy Córdoba in 2010, he has been part of the Advisory, Litigation, Audit, and Collective Labor Law teams, actively participating as a trainer and negotiator in union and collective labor relations processes. His approach combines technical analysis with an understanding of organizational dynamics, allowing him to provide practical, sustainable solutions aligned with his clients' business goals.

In the academic field, he is a tenured professor in the Labor Law Specialization program at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, where he helps train the next generation of labor law professionals. He has also served on the board of the Bar Association multiple times and is currently part of the Editorial Board of Actualidad Laboral magazine by Legis, contributing his experience to the evolution and discussion of labor law in Colombia.

Credentials & Recognition

Speaking Engagements

Reestructuraciones Empresariales en Tiempos del COVID

  • September 10, 2020
  • Littler Webinar

Fifth Annual Conference in Monterrey

  • October 3, 2019
  • Monterrey, Mexico
  • Littler Live Event

5a Conferencia Anual en Monterrey

  • October 3, 2019
  • Littler Live Event

Fifth Annual Conference in Mexico City

  • October 2, 2019
  • Mexico City, Mexico
  • Littler Live Event

5a Conferencia Anual en Ciudad de México

  • October 2, 2019
  • Littler Live Event

5ta Conferencia Anual en Colombia

  • September 6, 2019
  • Bogotá, Colombia
  • Littler Live Event

4a Conferencia Anual en Colombia

  • September 26, 2018
  • Bogotá, Colombia
  • Littler Live Event

Third Annual Conference in Colombia

  • November 10, 2017
  • Bogotá, Colombia
  • Littler Live Event

Tercera Conferencia Anual en Colombia

  • November 10, 2017
  • Bogotá, Colombia
  • Littler Live Event

Additional Thought Leadership

Evolution of Labour Law in Colombia

  • 2012
  • Colombian Labor Law Overview
  • Chambers & Partners
  • Arturo Mejía Ávila and Ana Cristina Medina

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