Tatiana Leal-González

Tatiana Leal-González is an experienced labor and employment attorney who represents and advises employers on a broad range of workplace matters. With more than 13 years of experience, she combines a strong litigation background with a practical, business-oriented approach to helping employers navigate complex employment challenges, minimize legal exposure, and make informed workplace decisions.

Tatiana represents employers before federal and Puerto Rico courts and administrative agencies in litigation involving wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, disability accommodations, and other employment-related claims. She handles all stages of employment litigation, developing defense strategies tailored to each client’s legal and business objectives.

Drawing on her litigation experience, Tatiana also provides strategic and preventive counseling to employers on day-to-day workplace matters and complex employment decisions. She regularly advises clients on employee discipline and termination, workplace investigations, reasonable accommodations, statutory leaves of absence, employment policies, workforce restructuring, reductions in force, and separation agreements. She works closely with management and human resources professionals to identify potential risks, address sensitive employee relations issues, and develop practical solutions that balance legal compliance with operational needs.

Tatiana also advises employers on employee benefits matters, including Puerto Rico pension plan qualification, ERISA-related issues, and proceedings before federal and Puerto Rico regulatory authorities.

In addition to her legal practice, Tatiana frequently speaks at employer conferences, seminars, and professional forums, sharing insights on emerging employment law developments, workplace compliance, and effective strategies for managing today’s evolving workforce.