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Jiménez Peña

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2026 : Dominican Republic


Jiménez Peña

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Provided by Jiménez Peña

Jiménez Peña has one of the leading labor and employment practices in the Dominican Republic, excelling in both labor advisory and litigation. The team regularly assists local and multinational companies with hiring and terminating local and foreign employees, creating and implementing internal labor policies and regulations, complying with labor and social security laws, as well as managing relationships with labor unions, including the negotiation of collective agreements. The lawyers are equally comfortable providing labor advice linked to transactions such as acquisitions and incorporations, as they are providing day-to-day advice and assessments.

The attorneys have broad industry experience representing companies from sectors such as tourism, hospitality, manufacturing, free zones, major league baseball, civil aviation, mining, and construction, among others.

Strength in labor litigation, our team litigates extensively for clients and has an outstanding success rate, including in precedent-setting labor claims brought against employers. We have notable experience handling investigations and criminal cases involving violations incurred by workers. 

Leading the way in preventative consultation, the firm was one of the pioneers in developing a preventative consultation practice and our advice has proved extremely effective in helping clients avoid conflicts. 

Clients (7)

  • American Airlines
  • Hotelera Natura, S.A. (Blau Hotels)
  • Washington Nationals Baseball Club
  • JC Decaux
  • Sirenis Hotels
  • Asociación Popular de Ahorros y Préstamos
  • Eaton Corporation

Industries (13)

  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Sports
  • Telecommunications
  • Travel & Leisure

Chambers Review

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Labour & Employment - Dominican Republic

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Jiménez Peña's established labour and employment department boasts a strong offering in the contentious employment space. The firm's solid bench of practitioners frequently handles high-profile individual and collective labour conflicts, providing counsel on wrongful termination claims and severance pay disputes. Jiménez Peña services an outstanding roster of foreign and domestic clients hailing from an array of industries ranging from aviation to banking.

Work Highlights

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  • Jiménez Peña represented American Airlines in a labour dispute brought by a long-serving, high-ranking employee who resigned citing multiple reasons and subsequently claimed severance and damages.

Strengths

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  • Jiménez Peña’s strength is that they know our industry and its local aspects, and their lawyers have in-depth knowledge of very complicated labour law matters in the country and how to interpret them.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
  • Jiménez Peña stands out for their prompt responses and clear expertise in labour law. They communicate with ease, even when explaining highly complex matters.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Rosa Díaz Abreu
    Band 2Rosa Díaz Abreu

    Rosa Díaz Abreu

    Head of department Rosa Díaz Abreu comes recommended by interviewees for her outstanding activity in the labour and employment sphere. She is often seen handling labour disputes and negotiating collective agreements.

    • Rosa Díaz Abreu is an extremely dedicated lawyer, always available and very meticulous on any case details. Her ability to overcome obstacles is amazing.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Laura Medina Acosta
    Band 3Laura Medina Acosta

    Laura Medina Acosta

    Skilled partner Laura Medina Acosta is well regarded by market commentators for her work on contentious matters in the labour sphere.

    • Laura Medina Acosta handled our most complex labour matters with deep knowledge and professionalism, always delivering fast and effective service.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

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Dominican Republic

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