As a Senior Labor&Employee Relations Specialist at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) with a PhD in Business, Labour and Institutions, I have over a decade of experience in the field of labor and employment relations. I have also acquired certifications in Interpersonal Communication and Advanced Negotiation Skills from MIT and Harvard, respectively, to enhance my professional development and effectiveness.

My core competencies include labor and employment law, human resources, negotiation skills, and conflict resolution. I work with a team of experts to develop and implement labor policies and practices that foster a fair, respectful, and inclusive work environment at the IDB. I also provide advice and guidance to management and staff on labor issues and disputes, and facilitate dialogue and collaboration among different stakeholders. My mission is to advance the knowledge and practice of labor and employment relations in the context of development and social justice, and to leverage my expertise and skills to support the IDB's strategic objectives and values.

I’m an in house lawyer who provides practical advice and recommendations. I’ve worked on both the defense and plaintiff/union sides, and I’m a member of the California and Texas bars.

My goal is to communicate clearly no matter the audience. I do that with guidance and training to prevent and reduce legal and business risk.

My major focus is data privacy, and I manage a global data privacy program for a company with operations in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. I’m certified in European data privacy law (including GDPR), United States data privacy law, and privacy program management by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, and CIPM).

I also provide global employment law guidance and training, and I manage employment law litigation. I’m board certified in Labor & Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Filip has a strong reputation in cross-border issues and regularly advises on the employment aspects of complex national and international transactions. He has expert knowledge on management / consulting contracts, packages and agreements. He also has been involved in complex company reorganisations on a recurrent basis.

He regularly speaks at conferences on international employment issues and has written various articles on such topics.
Filip is a member of the firm-wide Data Protection & Privacy team, the Healthcare & Life Sciences Teams, the French and German Region Teams and the ESG focus group. He is a member of several international associations, such as the American Bar Association, AmCham Belgium and American Employment Law Council.

Experienced Labor and Employment Consultant with a proven track record in national and international labor, employment, and social security laws. Known for expertise in designing and implementing labor policies that align with organizational needs and current labor regulations. With a wealth of experience in preventive legal counseling and a successful history of representing clients in labor and employment litigation, recognized for her strong skills in legal research and analysis of complex cases, contributing to a reputation for delivering effective solutions. Adept at collaborating with professionals from diverse fields, resulting in comprehensive problem-solving. Committed to promoting gender equality, diversity, and cultural inclusion in the workplace. With a background across various jurisdictions in Latin America and the United States, she offers a broad perspective and deep understanding of labor laws across different regions.

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