Labour & Employment

McConnell Valdés houses a prestigious practice group of experienced practitioners in the Puerto Rican labour and employment arena. The team advises on immigration issues, collective bargaining agreements and internal labour audits, serving an impressive client roster spanning the manufacturing, pharmaceutical and retail sectors. The department is distinguished at representing clients in labour litigation encompassing discrimination and wrongful termination claims. The firm is also experienced in assisting with the labour aspects of corporate transactions.

"The McConnell Valdés team searches for what is best for the business and maintains great communication to ensure we as customers are well informed."

"The McConnell Valdés team manages very complex situations in a highly regulated environment, with great outcomes. It is also always available and follows up as required."

McConnell Valdés acted as lead labour counsel to Abertis in a public-private partnership regarding Puerto Rico's highway system, in a transaction valued at USD2.850 billion.

Outstanding partner Anita Montaner-Sevillano is a respected lawyer in the Puerto Rican labour and employment market. She is frequently sought after by clients to advise on wage and wrongful termination claims, as well as across mass lay-offs. "Anita Montaner-Sevillano is extremely knowledgeable, always pleasant, personable, and responsive to our needs." "Anita Montaner-Sevillano is awesome, very sharp, has great ideas, and knows the law."

Up-and-coming practitioner Reinaldo Figueroa-Matos joins the rankings this year following market commendation for his employment practice in Puerto Rico. "Reinaldo L Figueroa-Matos is a great professional with a great sense of service and urgency. He is always looking for the options that are best for our company."