Robert S. Norell, P.A. - Plantation, FL

Over Three Decades of Dedicated Workplace Advocacy

When employment relationships sour or employers violate statutory labor standards, employees need a proven legal advocate who possesses an intimate command of both Florida state and federal employment regulations. Operating from Plantation, Robert S. Norell, P.A. has spent more than thirty years championing the legal rights of employees throughout Broward County, Miami-Dade County, and the broader state of Florida. Firm founder Robert S. Norell is not only a seasoned trial attorney admitted to the Florida Bar since 1994, but also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator. This dual perspective equips the firm with unique strategic insight, allowing clients to achieve successful resolutions through negotiated settlements or hard-hitting courtroom litigation.

Resolving Unpaid Wages and Overtime Violations

Federal protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act guarantee non-exempt employees overtime pay at time-and-a-half for every hour worked beyond forty in a single workweek. Despite this clear legal standard, many employers utilize payroll schemes to deprive staff of their rightful earnings. If you need an attorney urgently because you have been shortchanged on your paycheck, dependable wage and hour lawyers can hold employers strictly accountable. Robert S. Norell, P.A. handles all types of wage disputes, including:

• Overtime Pay Violations: Forcing employers to provide retroactive overtime compensation, statutory liquidated damages, and reimbursement of legal fees.
• Misclassification Schemes: Challenging illegal salaried designations and bogus independent contractor labels designed to avoid payroll overtime obligations.
• Uncompensated Work Hours: Securing back pay for mandatory off-the-clock assignments, pre-shift briefings, interrupted lunch breaks, and work-related travel.
• Minimum Wage Deficiencies: Enforcing compliance with the Florida minimum wage mandate and eliminating illegal tip credit deductions for tipped service employees.

Aggressive Defense in Discrimination and Retaliation Claims

Workplace unfairness extends beyond paychecks to illegal discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliatory firings. When an employer creates a hostile working environment or terminates someone in violation of the law, retaining experienced workplace discrimination lawyers, harassment lawyers, and wrongful termination lawyers is essential to defending your career reputation and obtaining monetary damages. Robert S. Norell represents clients facing discrimination based on race, gender, disability, religion, age, and pregnancy under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, and the Florida Civil Rights Act. Furthermore, if you were fired after taking medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or for blowing the whistle on illegal workplace practices, the firm vigorously pursues reinstatement and back pay.

Comprehensive Case Evaluations and Client-Centered Service

Finding the right legal representative should be a clear and supportive experience. At Robert S. Norell, P.A., prospective clients benefit from a structured intake process starting with an initial free case evaluation to determine legal viability. Unlike impersonal legal mills, clients work directly with Robert S. Norell from initial review through trial or mediation. When individuals look to hire an attorney who communicates fluently in English and Spanish, offers contingency representation on qualifying wage claims, and brings thirty years of courtroom experience, consulting with this dedicated Plantation practice ensures your voice is heard and your rights are protected.