Jorge Sales Boyoli

Jorge Sales is widely recognized as one of the most influential labor lawyers in Mexico and the broader T-MEC (USMCA) region. As a leading expert in labor and union dispute resolution, he has played a pivotal role in fostering labor peace and stability across Mexico, the United States, and Canada—particularly in strategic sectors such as nearshoring and specialized service outsourcing.

Jorge has been instrumental in handling high-profile union negotiations, including key cases under the Rapid Response Labor Mechanism initiated by the U.S. government. Notably, he was the first lawyer in Mexico to manage a U.S.-filed labor complaint involving collective bargaining in the pulp and paper industry. His deep knowledge of the Mexican labor market, combined with a strong reputation among labor authorities, makes him a reference point in both national and international employment law circles.

Currently the Managing Partner of Sales Boyoli Abogados Laborales, a top-tier Mexican boutique labor law firm founded over two decades ago, Jorge leads a team that merges in-depth local insight with global labor expertise. Previously, he served as the lead partner for union matters at Littler, the world’s largest employment law firm, with operations in over 25 countries.

Jorge is a highly sought-after speaker and commentator on labor law, HR trends, and workforce strategy. He has advised both domestic and international companies—including digital platforms—on complex employment issues such as worker classification and unionisation. He is also the first lawyer in Mexico to secure a favorable labor ruling involving claims from platform workers.

Education

• Law Degree with Honours, Universidad Panamericana
• Specialist in Labor Law, Universidad Panamericana
• Master’s Degree in Strategic Human Capital Management

Professional Affiliations

• Mexican Association of Direct Selling – Member
• National Association of Corporate Lawyers (ANADE) – National Coordinator of Committees & Board Member
• Mexican Institute of Finance Executives (IMEF) – Former Chair of the Human Capital Technical Committee

Languages

Spanish, English