Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC

The holiday season is here, and bonuses are on their way! Please take a moment to understand the obligations employers have in Puerto Rico under the relevant statute.

Our very own Edgar Ríos-Méndez, sharing his expertise as an industry leader.

Last Wednesday we celebrated Thanksgiving with the team! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients and partners for their continued trust and dedication. May your Holidays be filled with joy in the company of family and friends.

We are proud to be recognized by Chambers and Partners for our commitment to provide top quality and specialized services to our clients in all areas of taxation. It is always an honor to be acknowledged by clients and peers for our dedication and care when assisting our clients.

Cookies, cupcakes, and Halloween vibes at the PMA Baking Party! Huge thanks to everyone who joined us to create some delicious treats. Here’s to a Halloween full of sweet memories!

Our latest PMA Labor & Employment Alert outlines the legal obligations of private sector employers who operate this Election Day.

We are thrilled to welcome two outstanding lawyers to PMA’s Litigation Group! Miguel Rodríguez Feliciano joined our group after clerking for Justice Hon. Ángel Colón Pérez of the PR Supreme Court. Miguel graduated from UPR Law School, Summa Cum Laude. While in law school, he worked as a research assistant to Prof. Alvin Padilla Babilonia. Miguel received his bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from UPR-Carolina and an M.A. in Labor Relations from the Interamerican University. Marielena Melero joined PMA upon graduating from Columbia Law School and after participating in our summer associates program in 2022 and 2023. While in law school, Marielena was a member of Columbia’s Journal of Law and the Arts. She is a graduate of The George Washington University where she majored in Political Science.

We are incredibly proud to announce the promotion of several outstanding individuals who have demonstrated unwavering dedication, talent, and commitment to excellence at PMA. Please join us in celebrating their achievements: Margaret M. Ochoa Espinosa – Senior Associate, Corporate Group Saritza Rivera Vega – Income Member, Litigation Group María Fernández Bernal – Senior Associate, Corporate Group Lorena Y. Gely- Rojas – Senior Associate, Labor and Employment Group Steven Caraballo-Vélez – Senior Associate, Tax Group Priscila M. Ramírez – Counsel, Corporate Group Isaac A. Feliciano Cortés – Senior Associate, Tax Group Each of you has made significant contributions to the firm, and we are excited to see your continued success in these new roles. Here’s to more milestones and accomplishments!

PMA is currently accepting applications for its 2025 Summer Program! Law students enrolled in ABA-accredited law schools, either in Puerto Rico or stateside, are encouraged to apply by emailing recruiting@pmalaw.com. Applicants should submit their resume, writing samples in both Spanish and English, as well as undergraduate and available law school transcripts. First-year students are also welcome to apply and can send their transcripts once they’ve received their first semester grades.

Yesterday, we were pleased to connect with future attorneys at the UPR Río Piedras Law School Job Fair. This space gave us the chance to share insights and engage with the next generation of attorneys. We look forward to continuing to support emerging legal professionals!