• J.D., Cornell University Law School, 1989
• B.S., University of Florida, 1986

• Racial discrimination (Title VII & Florida Civil Rights Act)
• Color discrimination (Title VII)
• Religion discrimination (Title VII)
• National origin discrimination (Title VII)
• Age discrimination (Age Discrimination in Employment Act)
• Disability discrimination (Americans With Disabilities Act)
• Gender discrimination (Title VII & Florida Civil Rights Acts)
• Sexual harassment (Title VII)
• Retaliation (Title VII)
• Family & Medical Leave (Family & Medical Leave Act)
• Employee Benefits (Employee Retirement & Income Security Act)

Carlos, a seasoned attorney in the labor & employment field, has been practicing law for more than 34 years. His experience includes tenures at several national employment and labor law firms, having served as a partner at Jackson Lewis, LLP, a founding and Managing Partner of the Orlando Office of Fisher Phillips, LLP, and founding and Managing Shareholder of the Orlando Office of Littler Mendelson, P.C. Carlos also has experience handling complex commercial, business and general civil litigation matters before state and federal courts.

After nearly 25 years of practice, Carlos decided to join his wife, Bertha, in providing pro-active, holistic, and balanced solutions for both employers and employees in the many areas of workplace law. Carlos’ and Bertha’s mission is to provide “big firm” expertise in a more intimate setting.

Hourly rate: $600.00*

*This rate is subject to a 4-hour minimum and for two party matters ($300.00 per hour/per side). Three or more party matters will be billed at $325.00 per hour/per side.

Late Cancellation or Postponement (less than 7 calendar days) Fees: $2,400.00

No charge for travel time.

CANCELLATION or POSTPONEMENT POLICY – Notice of cancellation or the postponement of a scheduled mediation/arbitration must be received at least 7 calendar days prior to the scheduled mediation/arbitration. If notification is not received within the cancellation period, the parties will be billed their pro rata shares of the cancellation or postponement fees.