Celena Mayo has focused exclusively in the employment and labor area throughout her legal career. Prior to joining the firm in 2004, she served as an Assistant Corporation Counsel in the New York City Law Department, Labor & Employment Division. Celena, a Cuban-American bilingual in Spanish and English, also is a member of the firm’s Latin America practice and e-Discovery practice.
In her legal practice, Celena represents employers in wage and hour matters as well as discrimination and other employment-related causes of action before state and federal trial courts, appellate courts, administrative agencies and arbitration panels. She also has experience with labor relations matters, including the representation of employers before the National Labor Relations Board. In addition, Celena advises employers on all types of employment contracts and provides representation in related litigation.
A large portion of Celena’s practice is dedicated to providing day-to-day counseling to her clients as well as giving formal presentations to employers and their employees on best practices designed to resolve issues before a lawsuit is filed. She makes herself accessible to clients at all times and is open to any and all questions with the goal of avoiding costly litigation.
