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L&E Global Strengthens Latin America Lineup

L&E Global, a worldwide leader for cross-border labour and employment law services, proudly welcomes Sánchez & Salegna, one of the top labour and employment boutique law firms in the Dominican Republic, as its newest member.

Jackson Lewis P.C. is a founding member of L&E Global, an international alliance of law firms which provide counsel to employers on labor relations, employment law, immigration law and employee benefits through 23 international members, which combined have more than 1,500 attorneys across five continents.

Based in Santo Domingo, Sánchez & Salegna has been counseling foreign and local businesses since 2006. Highly regarded in labour and employment, including labour litigation, managing partner Angelina Salegna Bacó takes a pragmatic approach to law, following her vast experience as a manager and entrepreneur.

“We are very excited to augment our regional labour and employment law coverage in the Americas by adding a trusted advisor in a fast-growing jurisdiction like the Dominican Republic,” said John Sander, Chairman of L&E Global and co-leader of the International Employment Issues practice group at Jackson Lewis P.C. 

“We combine our understanding of the Dominican Republic employment legislation with practical market insights to guide clients through strategy formulation and execution, particularly in cases of corporate labour litigation, an area in which we truly excel,” said Angelina Salegna Bacó, Managing Partner of Sánchez & Salegna. “We look forward to sharing our respective expertise on employment law and contributing to the client’s L&E Global-experience, as a formal member of the alliance.”

“Expanding our client services to the Dominican Republic strengthens our presence in Latin America,” said Jeroen Douwes, Executive Director of L&E Global. “And will go a long way towards reaching our goal to not only meet, but also exceed the needs and expectations of our clients, wherever they operate.”

About Sánchez & Salegna
Sánchez & Salegna offers a premium quality legal service in the area of labour and employment in the Dominican Republic. They care about every detail and follow up on any information that is needed to obtain the best results for the client. – Damaris Álvarez, Country Manager of Continuum

About L&E Global
L&E Global has a strong international presence with members in numerous jurisdictions. Members possess a recognised regional footprint and are able to present clients with a truly international outlook. Sources claim that the network is “very global” and offers a “pragmatic, quick and loyal” service. – Chambers Global 2021

L&E Global is the worldwide leader for cross-border labour and employment law services. Whether clients require advice and support in one jurisdiction or across the globe, L&E Global firms have a shared culture and built-in processes to ensure that you receive outstanding, seamless service. L&E Global delivers a simplified attorney-client relationship in regard to billing, point-of-contact, and overall advice and counsel, by offering a one-stop shop solution for all employment law needs.

For more information please contact Joseph Granato, Communications Manager at L&E Global at joseph.granato@leglobal.org.