Estrella LLC

The labour and employment team at Estrella LLC advises national and multinational corporations, including household names such as The Home Depot, Walmart and Chick-fil-A, across such sectors as hospitality, retail, energy, non-profit and professional services, on day-to-day matters and high-stakes litigation. The practice’s full skill set covers employee hiring practices, benefits, contracts, disciplinary processes, mandatory leave, employee handbooks and disputes regarding allegations of discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment and wrongful termination, as well as wage and hours claims. The team is headed by Maité Medero Benítez, who brings strength to acting for employers in litigation and in mediation. Other key members include Odemaris Chacón Varona, who draws on over two decades’ experience in the practice space, and Eddalee Quiñones-Pedrogo, who utilises expertise in matters involving union representation, labour arbitration and unfair labour practices.