Hugo Arellano

Partner and head of practice, widely specialized in employment law and in civil and commercial litigation, Hugo has distinguished himself through a remarkable career progression at CMS Luxembourg, where he worked for ten years and rose quickly thanks to his expertise and commitment. His extensive court experience, built over more than a decade, gives him a distinctly pragmatic and commercially oriented perspective on complex employment matters.

In employment law, Hugo advises and represents clients across the full spectrum of workplace issues, including hiring and termination strategies, disciplinary procedures, collective redundancies and restructurings, internal investigations, whistleblowing, compliance with Luxembourg and EU regulations, and high-stakes labor court proceedings. He combines rigorous legal analysis with practical risk management to prevent disputes and secure favourable outcomes when litigation arises.

In parallel, Hugo is an experienced civil and commercial litigator, acting in complex disputes involving contractual liability, shareholder and governance conflicts, professional liability, and banking and finance matters. He is adept at urgent and interim measures, evidence preservation, enforcement strategies, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution, ensuring that business imperatives are met while safeguarding clients’ legal positions.

This dual expertise—both technical and strategic—allows him to anticipate clients’ operational challenges and deliver concrete, actionable solutions aligned with real-world needs. His approach, centred on efficiency and a deep understanding of business requirements, makes him a trusted advisor, appreciated by companies and respected by fellow professionals.