Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso, Employment Attorney in the United States
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Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso is an attorney based in the United States. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Schuster | Littler.
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- Handles Employment matters from the United States.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law (2026).
About Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso: Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso is an attorney based in the United States. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Schuster | Littler.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Anabel takes on
Anabel concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anabel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases nationwide
Anabel takes employment matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anabel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso — employment lawyer in the U.S.
Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso is an attorney based in the United States. The practice focuses on Employment. Currently practicing at Schuster | Littler.
Anabel Rodriguez joined the law firm of Schuster Aguilo LLC in San Juan Puerto Rico right after graduating in 1996. She graduated from the University of Puerto Rico Law School magna cum laude and was the second highest grade at her Bar Examination with a 99.8%. From Associate to currently serving as the firm's Managing Capital Member, Mrs. Rodriguez has developed strong relationships with her clients, the respect of opposing counsel, the recognition of her peers and has been selected on various occasions to participate in the US District Court for the District of Puerto Rico Merit Selection Panels for the position of U.S. Magistrate Judge. Mrs. Rodriguez enjoys doing Pro Bono work and dedicates time in philanthropic efforts in support of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Susan G. Komen and other local charities.
Mrs. Rodriguez' practice is mostly dedicated to advising clients in the areas of business restructuring, reasonable accommodations and EEO laws, and COVID-19 related matters. Mrs. Rodríguez actively litigates before Puerto Rico and federal courts and quasi-judicial administrative forums, such as the Anti-discrimination Unit and Negotiation and Conciliation Bureau of the Department of Labor. She has extensive experience in labor-management relations and in claims involving:
•Wrongful terminations
•Discrimination and retaliation claims
•Unfair labor practice arbitration
•Worker’s compensation
•Workforce Restructuring
•Establishing Operations in Puerto Rico
•Leaves and disability accommodation
•Government relations
Mrs. Rodríguez is a frequent speaker at seminars to professional groups and clients in all areas in labor and employment laws, especially in the interplay between the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and related Puerto Rico discrimination laws including the Working Mother’s Act and worker’s compensation. In this post-COVID-19 era, Mrs. Rodriguez has presented on a number of related topics such as the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act and related PPP dispositions, and on issues related to unemployment benefits.
During law school, she was editor of the University of Puerto Rico Law Review.
Anabel's approach to employment cases
Anabel Rodriguez joined the law firm of Schuster Aguilo LLC in San Juan Puerto Rico right after graduating in 1996. She graduated from the University of Puerto Rico Law School magna cum laude and was the second highest grade at her Bar Examination with a 99.8%. From Associate to currently serving as the firm's Managing Capital Member, Mrs. Rodriguez has developed strong relationships with her…
Clients Anabel works with
Anabel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Anabel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law (2026).
Locations
Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso's office in San Juan
Anabel's primary office is at 221 Ponce de León Avenue, San Juan, 00917-3128. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anabel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Anabel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anabel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Anabel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Anabel
Anabel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Anabel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Anabel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso
How much does it cost to hire Anabel for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anabel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Anabel offer a free consultation?
Anabel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anabel's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Anabel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in this state typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Anabel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Anabel take my case if I'm outside the area?
Anabel evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Anabel's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Anabel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Anabel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Anabel accepting new employment clients right now?
Anabel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.