Employment and Labor Law Lawyers in Puerto Rico

Abogados de Derecho Laboral y de Empleo en Puerto Rico

Wrongful termination, discrimination, wage and hour, and workplace rights for employees and employers.

Despido injustificado, discriminación, salarios y horas, y derechos en el lugar de trabajo para empleados y patronos.

7 lawyers available in Puerto Rico
Johanna Smith-Miró
Saldaña, Carvajal & Vélez-Rivé, P.S.C.

Puerto Rico

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Johanna Smith-Miró is a San Juan-based attorney with a decade of experience practicing across a broad range of legal areas, including personal injury, insurance, commercial law, civil litigation, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, property insurance, and insurance defense. She also serves as a Notary Public and is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to effectively serve a diverse clientele. Her practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel to clients throughout Puerto Rico.

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10 yrs exp.
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Natalia P. Betancourt-Torregrosa
Saldaña, Carvajal & Vélez-Rivé, P.S.C.

Puerto Rico

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Natalia P. Betancourt-Torregrosa is a San Juan-based attorney with nine years of experience practicing across a broad range of legal matters, including bankruptcy (Chapters 7, 12, and 13), creditor representation, insurance and insurance defense, labor and employment law, administrative law, and civil appeals. She also serves as a notary public and is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to effectively serve a diverse clientele throughout Puerto Rico.

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9 yrs exp.
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Lizette Vélez-Rivé
Saldaña, Carvajal & Vélez-Rivé, P.S.C.

Puerto Rico

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Lizette Vélez-Rivé brings three decades of legal experience to her practice in San Juan, where she focuses on labor and employment law, commercial law, civil litigation, workers' compensation, and civil rights. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she provides comprehensive counsel to clients navigating complex workplace and civil legal matters.

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30 yrs exp.
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Manuel E. Mazo-Nido
Saldaña, Carvajal & Vélez-Rivé, P.S.C.

Puerto Rico

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Manuel E. Mazo-Nido is a San Juan-based attorney with eight years of experience practicing in the areas of insurance, civil litigation, employment and labor law, banking law, property insurance, professional liability, insurance defense, and civil appeals. He also serves as a notary public and is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to effectively represent clients in diverse legal matters.

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8 yrs exp.
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Valerie M. Figueras-Mattei
Saldaña, Carvajal & Vélez-Rivé, P.S.C.

Puerto Rico

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Valerie M. Figueras-Mattei is a legal professional based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, whose practice encompasses labor and employment law, contracts, administrative law, civil rights, and notary public services. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she is equipped to serve a diverse clientele across these areas of legal practice.

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Bayamón

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Emanuel Álvarez Pérez is a civil litigation and employment and labor law attorney practicing in Bayamón, Caguas, Carolina, Cayey, Dorado, Guaynabo, San Juan, Toa Alta, Toa Baja, and Vega Alta. Emanuel is fluent in English and Spanish.

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Bayamón

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Claudia Vélez Plumey is a civil litigation and employment and labor law attorney practicing in Bayamón, Caguas, Carolina, Cataño, Dorado, Guaynabo, San Juan, Toa Baja, Trujillo Alto, and Vega Baja. Claudia is fluent in Spanish and English.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Employment and Labor Law

What counts as wrongful termination in Puerto Rico?

Under Puerto Rico law, an employee dismissed without just cause may be entitled to statutory severance. Terminations based on discrimination, retaliation, or protected activity may also be unlawful under local and federal statutes. An employment attorney can evaluate whether your dismissal was lawful.

Am I protected against workplace discrimination in Puerto Rico?

Yes. Puerto Rico and federal law prohibit employment discrimination based on categories such as age, sex, race, religion, disability, and national origin. If you believe you have been discriminated against, you can file a complaint with the appropriate agency, and an attorney can guide the process.

What rights do I have regarding overtime and the Christmas bonus?

Puerto Rico law generally requires premium pay for hours worked beyond the daily or weekly limits and provides for a year-end Christmas bonus for eligible employees who meet hours and tenure thresholds. An employment attorney can confirm what your specific situation entitles you to.

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as wrongful termination in Puerto Rico?
An employee dismissed without just cause may be entitled to statutory severance. Terminations based on discrimination, retaliation, or protected activity may also be unlawful under local and federal law.
Am I protected against workplace discrimination in Puerto Rico?
Yes. Local and federal law prohibit discrimination based on age, sex, race, religion, disability, and national origin. You can file a complaint with the appropriate agency, and an attorney can guide the process.

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