Employment Law

Fierce Advocacy for Workers Across the Country

At Avanti Law Group, we’ve been fighting for workers’ rights for over two decades. From local courtrooms to federal courts across the country, our team—led by nationally recognized trial attorney Robert Anthony Alvarez—has taken on employers of all sizes, including Fortune 500 companies, to protect employees from exploitation, discrimination, retaliation, and wage theft.

We have recovered millions of dollars in unpaid wages, litigated high-stakes civil rights claims, and represented workers in multi-million-dollar class actions. Whether you’re an hourly worker, a salaried professional, or a migrant laborer, we will fight to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are respected.

Fierce Advocacy for Workers Across the Country

We Represent Employees in Cases Involving:

Wage Theft and Unpaid Wages

You deserve to be paid for every hour you work. We represent employees who have been:

  • Denied overtime pay
  • Paid less than minimum wage
  • Misclassified as independent contractors or “exempt” to avoid overtime
  • Required to work off the clock or during unpaid breaks
  • Victims of illegal tip pooling or withheld commissions

We litigate these claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state wage laws—including class and collective actions when groups of workers are impacted.


Discrimination & Harassment

Federal and Michigan law protect you from being treated unfairly at work due to your:

  • Race
  • Gender or gender identity
  • Pregnancy
  • National origin
  • Age
  • Religion
  • Disability

We pursue claims under Title VII, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the ADA, and the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, among others.


Retaliation & Wrongful Termination

You have the right to report unlawful conduct or stand up for yourself without fear of losing your job. If your employer fired, demoted, or otherwise punished you for asserting your rights, we can help.


Contracts, Non-Competes & Severance Agreements

We advise employees on:

  • Challenging overly broad non-compete agreements
  • Reviewing and negotiating severance packages
  • Pursuing claims for breach of employment contracts
  • Addressing hidden legal traps in employment documents

A Strategic, Experienced Advocate in Your Corner

With over 20 years of experience in state and federal courts—including victories in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and nationwide trial experience—Robert Anthony Alvarez brings a unique mix of creativity, aggression, and empathy to each case.

He is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and proudly represents workers from all backgrounds, including migrant farmworkers, factory employees, healthcare workers, restaurant staff, and professionals.

Selective Employer Representation

Although our focus is—and always has been—on representing employees, we do accept a limited number of employer-side cases. Robert Anthony Alvarez brings his plaintiff-side insight to help employers understand their obligations, mitigate risk, and defend against employment claims.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you believe your rights as an employee have been violated, don’t wait. Contact us today for a confidential consultation. We’re here to listen, evaluate your case, and fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.

Call us today or complete our online intake form. Let’s talk about how we can help.