Labour & Employment - Puerto Rico
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
Schuster is a well-regarded law firm with an established practice in the Puerto Rican labour and employment market. The department is regularly sought out to advise on employment agreements, discrimination cases related to age and gender and unjustified dismissals. The legal division also assists with contractual matters and employment policies. Schuster serves a significant client roster encompassing predominantly international businesses active in the retail and financial sectors.
Strengths
The Schuster team demonstrates exceptional expertise in local regulations, offers sound counsel on complex issues and is consistently responsive when support is needed.
Work Highlights
Schuster represented First Hospital Panamericano in an employment dispute arising from allegations of discrimination, retaliation and constructive discharge.
Notable practitioners
Senior statesperson Carl Schuster continues to receive strong market recognition in the Puerto Rican labour and employment sector.
Carl Schuster is an excellent labour and employment lawyer with a wealth of experience.
Anabel Rodriguez continues to enjoy positive feedback from interviewees for her employment practice in Puerto Rico. She is particularly well placed to advise on discrimination and wrongful termination cases.
Anabel RodrÃguez is highly responsive, knowledgeable and experienced. We truly value her guidance and support.
Head of department Erika Berrios receives market recognition for her involvement in labour and employment matters. She frequently advises on unjust dismissal cases and negotiations with trade unions.
Lourdes Hernández Venegas breaks into the rankings this year as she is lauded by clients for her presence in the employment arena in Puerto Rico.
Lourdes Hernández is a responsive and excellent legal practitioner that delivers strong results. We've had a very positive experience working with her.
Noteworthy partner Mariela Rexach acts on a range of labour and employment matters, including unjustified dismissal claims as well as compliance with Puerto Rico wage and working hours legislation.
Mariela Rexach is a sharp lawyer who is very active in the labour and employment arena, handling matters for a strong client base in Puerto Rico.
