Rufino has dedicated his career to helping employers map out optimal paths to resolve staffing and compliance issues with high-stakes outcomes.
Rufino has significant experience representing clients in labor matters, including collective bargaining, labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice claims and union election petitions, and has represented numerous clients before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
At the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rufino has helped employers navigate quickly changing federal, state and local employment law, including the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA); Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act; state and local “stay at home” and similar orders; and related issues of leave, accommodation and safety.
Rufino also has extensive experience negotiating health and safety matters before the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and discrimination claims before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Clients and colleagues value Rufino’s hands-on view regarding labor and employment matters, from drafting proactive policies and handbooks to efficiently handling general day-to-day human resources issues, as well as crafting strategies and solutions for unexpected investigations or litigation.
Prior to beginning his law practice, Rufino served in the U.S. Army Reserve, including a yearlong tour in Iraq, with Bravo Company, 980th Engineer Combat Battalion. For his service, Rufino received the Army Commendation Medal and the Combat Action Badge.