Labour & Employment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Puerto Rico
Band 3
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+ 1 787 274 1212Chambers Review
Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC joins the rankings this year for its growing practice in the Labour and Employment sphere in Puerto Rico. The San Juan-based legal team regularly assists in wrongful termination matters, as well as discrimination suits.
Work Highlights
- Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC assisted The Avon Company in all employment aspects of its closing of operations in Puerto Rico, including coordination with local government agencies to ensure compliance with WARN and secure employment separation agreements and general releases with the over 150 employees affected by the closing of operations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC's team is always ready to incorporate any member as needed. We have always been able to get the right support at the right time."
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC's team is always ready to incorporate any member as needed. We have always been able to get the right support at the right time."
Notable Practitioners
José Francisco Benítez-Mier is frequently sought out by clients to assist with the labour implications of corporate transactions. He is also well placed to advise clients on unfair dismissal claims and the enforcement of confidentiality agreements.
"José Francisco Benítez-Mier has successfully guided us through delicate work situations. His human warmth and healthy dose of humour create a comfortable and safe environment for the client."