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Miami Employment Law Attorneys Serving Workers Throughout Miami-Dade County

Serving Employment Law Clients Throughout Miami-Dade County

As a leading employment law firm serving Miami and Miami-Dade County, BT Law Group understands the unique challenges facing workers and employers in South Florida’s dynamic, international business environment. With over 1.28 million employed workers in Miami-Dade County and employment growing at 1.7 percent annually,workplace legal issues affect thousands of employees every month. Whether you’re a corporate professional in Brickell’s financial district, a hospitality worker in South Beach, a healthcare employee in Coral Gables, or part of Miami’s thriving tech community in Wynwood, our experienced employment attorneys are here to protect your rights.

Miami-Dade County is home to one of the most diverse workforces in the United States, with more than half of all residents born outside the country and approximately 75 percent of families speaking a language other than English at home. This diversity creates unique employment law challenges, from language barriers and cultural misunderstandings to complex issues involving international employment contracts. Our team understands these nuances and provides culturally competent representation that reflects Miami’s global character.

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With over 30 years of combined experience, the founders of BT Law Group, Jason Berkowitz and Anisley Tarragona, have successfully represented a broad range of clients, from individuals to Fortune 500 companies across different industries. Prior to founding BT Law Group, they worked together at one of the nation’s premier labor and employment defense firms representing management. This extensive experience gives them a competitive advantage and allows them to provide superior representation to their clients.

Having worked closely together for many years, Jason and Anisley decided to join forces and create BT Law Group. They bring their dedication to clients and the ability to find practical solutions to complex legal and business needs. They also bring the unique ability to handle matters in both English and Spanish. Above all, they value honesty and integrity in their personal and professional lives. These principles are the foundation of the firm.

At BT Law Group, the focus is on serving clients in employment and business disputes in state and federal courts throughout Florida and nationwide. Contact BT Law Group for a consultation that you can trust.

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Practice Areas
Retaliation/ Whistleblower
Discrimination
Wage and Hour
Commercial Disputes
Management Counseling
Employment Agreements
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Our Process
1.
Investigate

As a first step, your assigned legal team will gather and review records related to your claim, including any employment contract or offer letter, time sheets, any relevant communications, and any disciplinary actions, including performance improvement plans or termination paperwork.

These documents will help your attorneys evaluate your claims and develop a strategy to obtain the best results for your situation.

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Formulate

Once your legal team completes the initial investigation, they will work with you to determine the best legal strategy for your situation. Your legal team will make recommendations and will work with you to formulate the most effective approach to obtain your desired outcome.

3.
Advocate

After you and your legal team formulate the strategy, your legal team will advocate on your behalf to obtain your desired outcome. This could include negotiating a separation package, engaging in pre-suit negotiations, sending a demand letter, and/or filing a charge of discrimination or lawsuit on your behalf.

The attorneys at BT Law are experienced trial lawyers and will advocate for your rights in the courtroom as necessary.

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Reviews

Jason and Anisley are one of the best decisions someone can make given the situation. They are knowledgeable, transparent, proactive and communicate with their clients. I have dealt with other attorneys in the past and I’m always frustrated because you don’t get information or you have to chase the attorney and staff down that’s not the case with them.

In finding the right lawyers to represent you, you want to have mutual respect and understanding for each other and clear communication to achieve your goals. BT Law Group is just that. They not only represented me to their fullest abilities, but went above and beyond to truly understand my goals and priorities and provide sound legal advice to achieve such. It was a pleasure working with both Anisley and Jason, I’d highly recommend them.

We very much enjoyed BT Law Group’s founding partner, Anisley Tarragona service and attention to detail. From the onset her approach was practical and conscious of providing the best legal advice while being mindful of suggesting cost effective, conservative solutions. We find her to be a great business partner to service all our employment related legal needs.

I received a prompt and very professional service by the BT Law Group. Ms Tarragona provides tailored advice in the best interest of the client. She was meticulous and explained the pros and cons of my case in very simple terms which allowed me to consider and take the best decision. Very happy with the service. Highly recommended.

Absolutely wonderful and professional services. Represented my mom in a caring and personalized manner. Knowledgeable and ethical. Thank you!

I always consult BT Law Group for employment law matters. They are responsive, practical and efficient. I recommend them to colleagues and friends.

Our #1 focus is getting you results

We represent many clients on a contingency-fee basis. This means we only collect a fee when we recover money on your behalf. Our #1 focus is getting you results.

$500,000

Disability Discrimination

5 Star

$400,000

Whistleblower Retaliation

5 Star

$329,000

Unpaid Overtime And Retaliation

5 Star

$160,000

Breach of Contract

5 Star

$130,000

Sexual Harassment

5 Star

$125,000

Age Discrimination

5 Star
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Jason D. Berkowitz is a Founding Partner of BT Law Group, PLLC. Prior to starting BT Law, Mr. Berkowitz was a Partner in the Miami office of a national labor and employment law firm where he represented management exclusively.
Anisley Tarragona is a founding partner of BT Law Group, PLLC. Prior to starting BT Law, Ms. Tarragona worked in the Miami office of a national labor and employment law firm where she represented management exclusively. Ms. Tarragona, who was born and raised in Cuba, is fluent in Spanish.

Employment Law Representation Across Miami's Major Business Districts

  • Brickell and Downtown Miami: Our firm serves the thousands of professionals working in Brickell’s towering financial institutions, law firms, and corporate headquarters, as well as legal professionals in downtown Miami’s civic center. From discrimination claims involving major banks to executive employment contract disputes, we handle sophisticated employment issues affecting Miami’s business core.
  • Miami International Airport Corridor: With Miami International Airport employing over 35,000 workers directly and supporting thousands more jobs in nearby Doral, Sweetwater, and western Miami-Dade, we frequently represent aviation workers, hospitality employees, logistics professionals, and airport service providers. The complex employment landscape along the Dolphin Expressway (SR 836) corridor, from airport operations to cargo facilities, requires attorneys who understand both federal aviation regulations and Florida employment law.
  • Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and South Miami: These established communities house major healthcare facilities, professional service firms, retail operations, and the University of Miami. We represent physicians, nurses, administrative staff, retail employees, and academic professionals dealing with employment disputes in these affluent neighborhoods where professional standards and expectations are especially high.
  • Miami Beach, South Beach, and Coastal Communities: Miami’s world-famous beach communities drive Florida’s tourism economy, employing tens of thousands in hotels, restaurants, nightlife venues, and entertainment. We advocate for hospitality workers facing wage theft, sexual harassment, tip violations, and wrongful termination.

Comprehensive Service Throughout Miami-Dade County

We serve employment law clients in all Miami-Dade neighborhoods, including:

  • Urban Core: Brickell, Downtown Miami, Overtown, Edgewater, Midtown Miami, Wynwood, Little Havana, Allapattah
  • Northern Communities: North Miami, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Miami Lakes, Opa-locka, Miami Gardens, Bal Harbour, Surfside, Sunny Isles Beach
  • Western Suburbs: Doral, Sweetwater, Westchester, Fontainebleau, Tamiami, West Miami, Hialeah
  • Southern Areas: Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Miami, Pinecrest, Kendall, West Kendall, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay, Homestead, Florida City
  • Coastal & Beach Communities: Miami Beach, South Beach, Key Biscayne
  • Broward County Areas: We also serve clients in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Cooper City, Weston, and throughout Broward County.

Easy Access From Anywhere in Miami-Dade County

Our Miami office is conveniently accessible from all major transportation corridors serving Miami-Dade County. Whether you commute along Interstate 95 through downtown Miami, take the Dolphin Expressway (SR 836) from western suburbs or Miami International Airport, travel via the Airport Expressway (SR 112) or Julia Tuttle Causeway from Miami Beach, or use the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) connecting Doral, Kendall, and Pinecrest, we’re positioned to serve you efficiently.

We understand that Miami’s traffic and demanding work schedules make it challenging to meet during traditional business hours. That’s why we offer flexible consultation options including virtual consultations via phone or video conference. 

Navigating complex employment law issues in Miami’s dynamic, international workplace environment can be challenging. BT Law Group routinely supports employees throughout Miami-Dade County, from corporate professionals in Brickell and Coral Gables to hospitality workers in Miami Beach and service industry employees across our diverse community, with employment matters involving disability discrimination, failure to accommodate, whistleblower retaliation, sexual harassment, unpaid wages, discrimination, and wrongful termination. Our attorneys are results-oriented and use their big firm experience to give Miami clients a competitive advantage in the workplace and in court.

Frequently (un)asked questions
Do you serve clients throughout Miami-Dade County, or just in downtown Miami?

We represent employment law clients throughout Miami-Dade County and Broward County. Whether you work in Brickell, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Doral, Kendall, Aventura, Homestead, or anywhere in between, our Miami employment attorneys can help. We also serve clients in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Broward County areas. Wee offer virtual consultations.

What areas of Miami do you serve?

We serve all Miami-Dade neighborhoods including: Brickell, Downtown Miami, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, South Miami, Pinecrest, Kendall, Doral, Miami Lakes, Hialeah, Little Havana, Wynwood, Midtown Miami, Edgewater, Miami Beach, South Beach, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Sunny Isles, Bal Harbour, Homestead, and Florida City. We represent employees across all of Miami’s diverse communities and business districts.

Do you handle employment cases in specific Miami industries?

Yes. Our attorneys have experience with employment law matters across all major Miami-Dade industries, including: financial services and banking (Brickell), hospitality and tourism (Miami Beach, South Beach), healthcare (hospitals and medical practices throughout the county), aviation and airport services (Miami International Airport area), professional services (Coral Gables, Downtown Miami), retail and restaurants, construction, technology and creative industries (Wynwood, Midtown), and manufacturing and logistics (Doral, western Miami-Dade). We understand the unique employment challenges in each sector.

I work at Miami International Airport. Can you help with my employment issue?

Absolutely. We frequently represent workers employed at or near Miami International Airport, including airline employees, airport service workers, TSA screeners, hospitality workers in airport hotels, restaurant and retail employees, cargo and logistics workers, and administrative staff. The airport area—accessible via the Dolphin Expressway (SR 836)—is one of Miami-Dade County’s largest employment centers with over 35,000 direct jobs, and we’re experienced in handling employment disputes in this complex regulatory environment.

What languages does your firm speak?

Understanding that Miami-Dade County is one of the nation’s most diverse communities, with approximately 75 percent of families speaking a language other than English at home, we’re committed to serving clients in multiple languages. This is why one of our senior partners speaks fluent Spanish. Please contact our office to discuss your language needs and we’ll ensure you can communicate effectively about your employment law matter.

How do I get to your office from my area?

Our Miami office is accessible from all major highways serving Miami-Dade County:

  • From Brickell/Downtown: Take I-95 or Brickell Avenue
  • From Miami Beach/South Beach: Take MacArthur Causeway to I-395, or Julia Tuttle Causeway (I-195) to I-95
  • From West Miami/Doral/Airport area: Take Dolphin Expressway (SR 836) east
  • From Coral Gables/South Miami: Take US-1 north or Palmetto Expressway (SR 826)
  • From Kendall/Pinecrest: Take Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) north
  • From North Miami/Aventura: Take I-95 south

We also offer virtual consultations and flexible appointment times to accommodate Miami’s challenging traffic patterns.

What should I share prior to my first consultation?

Please send us any employment-related documents including: your employment contract or offer letter, employee handbook, pay stubs, termination letter or documentation, any written communications with your employer about the issue (emails, texts, letters), performance reviews, and notes about what happened (dates, witnesses, specifics). Even if you don’t have all these documents, contact us—we can help you obtain necessary records and assess your case based on what you do have.

How quickly should I contact an employment lawyer after a workplace incident?

Contact an employment attorney as soon as possible. Florida and federal employment laws have strict deadlines for filing claims. The sooner you consult with an attorney, the better we can protect your rights, preserve evidence, and explore all your legal options.

What Does Labor And Employment Law Cover?

Labor and employment laws cover a wide range of issues arising out of the employment relationship, from wage and hour issues such as owed overtime wages and misclassification of workers to executive compensation to enforcement of non-compete agreements. One of the most important laws that is widely misapplied by employers is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which established certain workers’ rights, including the right to minimum wage and overtime pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek for non-exempt employees.

However, some employers try to cut costs by denying workers their rightful pay. This includes examples such as:

• Misclassifying a worker that should be paid overtime as “exempt” by making them an exempt, salaried “manager” without actually changing the worker’s job duties to meet the requirements of the law
• Paying a worker a salary and classifying the worker as “exempt” to avoid paying overtime even though the employee’s duties do not meet any of the exemption tests under the law
• Removing duties from an exempt employee for reasons such as alleged performance deficiencies and not re-classifying the employee to a non-exempt position and paying the employee overtime wages
• Paying hourly employees straight time, or the same hourly rate, for all hours worked even if the employee works overtime hours
• The employer automatically deducting time for a daily meal break even though the employee is not able to take the full amount of time deducted for the break and sometimes does not even take a meal break.
• Forcing tipped workers to pool their tips with non-tipped workers, such as managers or cooks

What Can I Do If I’ve Been Punished For Filing A Complaint In The Workplace?

The first thing you should do is consult with an employment lawyer. Sometimes, employers will retaliate against employees who file complaints by punishing them in some way. This could be anything from demoting them, cutting their hours or pay, to firing them.

An employment lawyer can help you determine whether your employer’s actions violate the law and can help you take any appropriate action against your employer. You may be able to file a charge of discrimination, a lawsuit, or make a demand for arbitration to enforce your rights.

What’s The Best Way To Handle Harassment At Work?

Here are some tips to help deal with harassment in the workplace:

(1) Document what happened – Record when the harassment occurred, where it took place, who was involved, whether anyone witnessed the harassment, and what was said or done.
(2) Reach out to HR (and/or a manager depending on your company’s policies) and report the incident in writing, and allow the company to rectify things internally.
(3) Seek legal advice – If the harassment is not addressed or you are being retaliated against in any way, reach out to a lawyer for guidance.

 

What Happens If A Non-Solicitation Agreement Is Violated?

If a non-solicitation agreement is violated, the aggrieved party can sue for damages. The party that violated the agreement may be ordered to stop soliciting the other party’s employees or customers and may be ordered to compensate the non-violating party for monetary damages.

If you are considering entering into a non-solicitation agreement with another party, it is important to consult with an experienced employment attorney beforehand to ensure that the agreement is enforceable. In addition, if you have an enforceable non-solicitation agreement, an employment lawyer can develop an effective strategy to stop any improper solicitation and seek a monetary award for quantifiable damages.

How Do I Know If I’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated?

To determine if you have been wrongfully terminated, you should review any employment contract and applicable state and federal law with an employment attorney. If you have been wrongfully terminated, you may be able to file a charge of discrimination or lawsuit against your employer. You should speak with an employment attorney to learn more about your specific situation and what rights you may have.

 

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