Labour & Employment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Dominican Republic
Band 1
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Provided by Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández
The Labour and Employment Department of the Firm provides Labor-technical assistance, consulting and advise for the implementation and modification of labor and Human Resources policies, participation in the solution of controversies and alternative dispute resolution concerning labor and administrative disputes with the authorities, among other services. The Department currently has three partners and seven associates.
Members of the department assist clients in drafting and preparation of labor agreements review and advise on administrative labor documentation and assistance in the termination of labor relationships under the different termination possibilities, including the calculation of applicable severance. Likewise, the firm provides assistance in drafting of legal opinions destined to provide solutions to problems on implementing and executing labor and social security laws in the Dominican Republic, as well as the prevention of risks and the implementation of strategies oriented to reduce the risks and conflicts.
Chambers Review
Headrick RizikÁlvarez & Fernández is a distinguished full-service firm that boasts a top-tier labour and employment department which is regularly retained by leading domestic and foreign clients, including sports teams, telecommunications companies and financial institutions. Its comprehensive practice encompasses labour controversies such as severance pay and court proceedings, in addition to collective bargaining matters. Its deep bench of noted practitioners stands out for handling labour disputes in the Dominican baseball industry, and the department is additionally active advising on the termination of labour contracts and on social security matters.
Work Highlights
- Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández defended Claro and América Móvil in various employee claims and advised them on the preparation and termination of labour contracts, as well as policies and regulations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández provides a top-class service. The firm's depth, attention to detail and strategic approach yield excellent results. The lawyers foster trust and confidence."
"Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández has a well-prepared team which can handle a high volume of cases."
"Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández provides a top-class service. The firm's depth, attention to detail and strategic approach yield excellent results. The lawyers foster trust and confidence."
"Headrick Rizik Álvarez & Fernández has a well-prepared team which can handle a high volume of cases."
Notable Practitioners
Market-leading practitioner and head of department Tomás Hernández Metz continues to boast a front-running practice representing multinational companies across a full range of contentious labour mandates, including advising clients on dispute resolution.
"Tomás Hernández Metz always takes the time to respond to our enquiries with clear and precise legal recommendations."
"Tomás Hernández Metz is highly prepared and his response time is excellent."
Associate-to-watch Federico Pinchinat continues to elicit significant praise from the market for his work in the labour and employment arena. He is active in a range of mandates, from terminations of labour contracts to employee claims.
"Federico Pinchinat is an excellent lawyer who is highly committed to his clients."
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