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O'Neill & Borges LLC

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2027 : Puerto Rico

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O'Neill & Borges LLC

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The firm is involved in all aspects of employment and labour relations. Its practice includes areas such as labour aspects of corporate acquisitions, mergers, closings and reorganizations; labour union issues; development of personnel manuals and policies; ERISA and COBRA matters; employment agreements; employment discrimination claims; wage and hour matters; employee compensation and benefits; wrongful discharge claims; immigration, EB-5, among others.

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Labour & Employment - Puerto Rico

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

O'Neill & Borges is a full-service law firm with a highly specialised labour and employment practice in Puerto Rico. The team is frequently instructed on collective bargaining agreements, employee benefits and workers' compensation matters, while also representing clients in disputes involving unfair dismissal, discrimination and other employment-related claims. The law firm's client base includes leading domestic and international companies operating in the food and beverage, telecommunications and retail industries.

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Work Highlights

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  • O'Neill & Borges acted for Caribbean Restaurants in an employment dispute involving allegations of age discrimination and unfair termination.

Strengths

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  • O'Neill & Borges demonstrates robust knowledge across all areas, with accessible resources, effective strategies, strong time management, and clear, impactful legal documentation. They have in-depth expertise in labour regulations at both state and federal levels.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

  • O'Neill & Borges consistently supports our internal processes, demonstrating strong analytical skills and strategic judgement. The team effectively assesses risks, anticipates operational impacts and provides clear, actionable recommendations.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos E George
    Carlos E George

    Carlos E George

    Well-regarded partner Carlos George garners recognition for his activity in the Puerto Rican labour and employment market, where he boasts experience in counselling in corporate employment and wrongful termination disputes.

    • Carlos is highly reliable; he takes the time to understand our business and consistently responds promptly with high-quality advice.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

    • Carlos George delivers exceptional service. He is an excellent business partner who demonstrates strong expertise and an up-to-date understanding of labour law and the business environment.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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  • Dimitri González-Izquierdo
    Dimitri González-Izquierdo

    Dimitri González-Izquierdo

    Adept partner Dimitri González-Izquierdo is singled out for praise by clients who seek his advice on employment matters in Puerto Rico. He is experienced in litigation, including matters relating to discrimination, wrongful termination and non-compete agreements.

    • Dimitri González-Izquierdo is an excellent legal practitioner on employment law and a true asset to the business.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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  • Alberto Bayouth-Montes
    Alberto Bayouth-Montes

    Alberto Bayouth-Montes

    Alberto Bayouth-Montes makes his debut in the rankings, earning recognition for his strong employment law practice in Puerto Rico. He is particularly noted for his litigation expertise in discrimination and wrongful termination matters.

    • Alberto Bayouth-Montes is a trustworthy lawyer who provides strong advice on labour relations matters. He demonstrates a deep understanding of the challenges facing our industry.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America
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