Cristina López - Abogada Logo

Cristina López - Abogada

Pasto, Colombia

Cristina Lopez is a Colombian attorney based in San Juan de Pasto who specializes in administrative law, labor law and social security matters. She holds a Master in Administrative Law from Externado University and is specialized in Labor Law and Social Security from the University of Nariño, as well as a Specialist in Pensions and Labor Risks from Externado University. Her professional profile notes that she is a litigator and a university lecturer, underscoring a strong blend of practical experience and academic engagement.

Her practice covers administrative, labor and social security matters for individuals and organizations, focusing on the liability of the state, the interaction between public administration and private rights, and pension and social security issues. She handles state responsibility cases such as damages arising from military service, energy incidents, errors in the administration of justice, wrongful detention, and other harms attributable to public entities or public functions. She also advises on labor relations, including forms of employment, contract termination, liquidation and recognition of social benefits, and compliance with wage and pension regimes, while providing representation before authorities when needed.

Her professional experience includes acting as a litigant attorney, teaching at the university level, and serving as a judicial assistant at the Administrative Court of Nariño, reflecting a combination of advocacy, teaching and courtroom practice.

About Cristina López - Abogada

1 person in their team

Contact Us

Practice areas
Employment & Labor
Civil & Human Rights
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

Social media

ASK A FREE QUESTION

Free • Anonymous • Expert Lawyers

Need Personal Legal Help?

Connect with experienced lawyers in your area for personalized advice on your specific situation.

No obligation to hire. 100% free service.

Practice areas

Cristina Lopez provides counsel on forms of employment, termination of contracts, liquidation and recognition of social benefits, and the handling of penalties for late payment of labor credits and for failure to contribute to severance funds. She guides clients through issues such as reinforced labor stability for protected groups, indemnification for workplace injuries and disease caused by employer fault, and the legality of various contracting arrangements including service contracts and temporary employment services. Her service also covers shifts and working hours, wage regimes, disciplinary processes, and coordination of administrative and judicial steps before the Ministry of Labor, along with training in labor law.

Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Cristina Lopez advises and represents clients on civil rights and state liability matters, including damages arising from state actions such as mandatory military service, energy related accidents, errors in the administration of justice, wrongful detention, and other harms caused by public entities or public functions. She also handles cases involving occupation of property due to public works, pesticide related issues, medical service damages, and related state liability issues, and provides state liability training to clients and organizations.

Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

Cristina Lopez offers litigation support across administrative and labor disputes, including accompaniment in judicial processes and administrative procedures before the Ministry of Labor, and representation in court proceedings. She also provides case management and dispute resolution services as part of her litigation practice to help clients achieve timely and effective outcomes.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation

Need help with a legal matter?

Reach out to our team for expert legal guidance tailored to your situation.

Get in touch

Similar lawyers in Pasto


Founded in 2013
English
Abogados Pasto - ABOGAMOS ASESORIA LEGAL Y FINANCIERA ESPECIALIZADA SAS stands as a distinguished law firm in Colombia, renowned for its comprehensive legal and financial solutions. The firm brings together experienced barristers and attorneys who adeptly handle complex litigation and trial...
Quintero Abogado Laboral
Pasto, Colombia

Founded in 2022
English
Quintero Abogado Laboral is a distinguished law firm based in Pasto, Colombia, specializing in labor law with over three years of dedicated service. The firm offers comprehensive legal solutions tailored to both employers and employees, addressing complex labor issues such as pension claims,...
CONRADO SEGUROS
Pasto, Colombia

English
Established on February 1, 1972, in Pasto, Nariño, CONRADO SEGUROS has been a cornerstone in Colombia's insurance sector for over five decades. The firm specializes in a comprehensive range of services, including auto, home, and general insurance, as well as legal counsel and brokerage. This...
Contact Us