The ‘ethics, commitment, availability and objectivity’ of Headrick Rizik Alvarez & Fernández‘ dispute resolution team is praised by clients. The team is able to handle the full range of litigation, covering the key pillars of civil, commercial and criminal law, and has a strong track record of representing clients in Supreme Court cases. Arbitration and mediation are also core areas of the practice. Founding partner Francisco Álvarez (who has notable niche expertise in telecoms disputes) leads the team alongside Tomás Hernández, a specialist in labour litigation (although his practice also extends to acting in administrative and criminal cases). Julio Camejo focuses on criminal litigation, where senior associate Rafael Santana is also a go-to practitioner. Juan José Espaillat is another name to note, with experience in civil, commercial, administrative and labour litigation.
Dispute resolution in Dominican Republic
Headrick Rizik Alvarez & Fernández
Responsables de la pratique:
Francisco Álvarez; Tomás Hernández
Les références
‘The team stands out for its attention to detail, professional ethics, commitment, availability, and objectivity.‘
‘Headrick is our main firm, which we value and prefer because they simply go the extra mile. By this we mean that they go far beyond their responsibilities and are diligent and empathetic, as well as having expertise and experience in managing delicate and complex cases.‘
‘The firm has partners who specialise in different areas of law and have a unique ability, with success in 90% of the cases that are put in their hands, at a fair, reasonable and duly documented cost.‘
Principaux clients
Central Bank of Dominican Republic
De La Rue
Danosa
New York Yankees Partnership
Banco BHD – Leon
Nynas
Zoetis, Zoetis Costa Rica
Claro
Frederic Schad
Grupo Sid
Los Angeles Dodgers
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Banco Múltiple BHD León in several claims related to the failed acquisition and financing of the Silver Sun Gallery Hotel and Mall in Santo Domingo.
- Defended Nynas at appellate level in a product liability case brought against it by AES, the largest electric company in the Dominican Republic, and a local insurance company related to a transformer explosion.
- Acted as Dominican counsel for De La Rue in actions against its former distributor in the Dominican Republic.
Medina Garnes Abogados
Medina Garnes Abogados is hailed for providing ‘excellent recommendations in addition to positive results in court‘. The team, which has been involved in a number of precedent-setting cases in the Dominican Republic, covers the gamut of administrative, civil, commercial and constitutional litigation and also has strong suits in white-collar criminal cases and arbitration. Firm founder Fabiola Medina Garnes, who is especially proficient in arbitration and in tax, administrative and civil litigation, oversees with team with Jesús Francos, who is well regarded for his specialism in administrative disputes. The pair are well supported by senior associates Jansy Castro, whose past experience as a public defender puts her in a strong position to handle criminal cases, and Víctor León Morel, who joined from Headrick Rizik Alvarez & Fernández in January 2022.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fabiola Medina Garnes; Jesús Francos
Les références
‘The team of lawyers at Medina Garnes have high-quality talent and experience. We can attest to the excellent results we have had in the cases that they have handled. Billing is competitive in the market, and the use of advanced technology is excellent.‘
‘The follow-up is good. They provide excellent recommendations in addition to positive results in court. Jesús Francos is a quintessential professional with great knowledge of the subject.‘
‘We feel very confident when Medina Garnes represent us. They are forward-thinking and capable, and we always approve their recommendations in order to prevent litigation. They are very organised as a firm.‘
Principaux clients
Agua Clara/Inkia Energy
Autopista del Nordeste (ADN)
Compañía Dominicana de Teléfonos
Corporación Minera Dominicana (CORMIDOM)
Women’s Link Worldwide
García Tejera y Asociados
Constructora del País (CODELPA)
Worldwide Seguros
Familia Bonelly Ricart (La Isabelita)
Reid & Compañía
Imca
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Agua Clara, which was granted a licence to operate one of the biggest renewable energy electric parks in the Dominican Republic, in a lawsuit initiated by companies claiming that they are the owners of the electric park.
- Representing Corporación Minera de la República Dominicana (CORMIDOM) in a contentious appeal against a Decree of the President of the Dominican Republic which declared land that is part of CORMIDOM’s concession agreement as a national park/protected area.
- Representing Garcia Tejera Asociados in a challenge to its exclusion from a public tender conducted by the Ministry of Education for the import and distribution of computers and other devices for distance learning as a result of Covid-19.
Pellerano & Herrera
Pellerano & Herrera‘s dispute resolution practice remains the first port of call for plaintiffs and defendants in high-profile criminal cases – something which is reflected by its representation of former Red Sox baseball player David Ortiz in ongoing criminal and civil proceedings – and also stands out for its strength in shareholder disputes, distribution-related litigation, and administrative and tax cases. At the head of the practice, Vitelio Mejía Ortiz has a wealth of experience in litigation (with significant expertise in tax and sports-related disputes) and Lucy Objío is a key name for commercial, criminal and labour litigation. Sheila Oviedo, who was promoted to partner in April 2023, and senior associate Yolemny Cruz are also skilled in the full range of litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Vitelio Mejía Ortiz; Lucy Objío
Principaux clients
David “Big Papi” Ortiz
Uber Technologies
Wartsila North America
Seguros Universal
Bayer
Magna Motors
Expeditors International
JetBlue Airways
Subway International
Hard Rock International
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Wartsila in a lawsuit filed by local plaintiff Alesca, seeking $3m for brokerage services provided during the construction of two power generation plants.
- Acting for David Ortiz, a former Red Sox baseball player, in criminal proceedings after he was shot and severely wounded while at a bar in Santo Domingo.
- Defending US shipping company Expeditors International and its Dominican subsidiary in a lawsuit brought by their former local agent seeking damages for the early termination of a contract.
Pereyra & Asociados
Pereyra & Asociados' dispute resolution practice wins praise for its ‘timely and effective opinions and recommendations’. The team handles the full range of civil, criminal and administrative litigation (and also has an emphasis on alternative dispute resolution); recently, its broad caseload has included breach of contract claims, financial crime cases, and constitutional, tax and labour disputes. The firm also stands out for its impressive roster of international clients. At the helm of the practice is ‘prepared and competent‘ founding partner Luis Miguel Pereyra, whose experience spans civil, criminal, commercial and administrative litigation, as well as arbitration. Gregorio García Villavizar is another key name at top level, and is noted for his expertise in real estate litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Luis Miguel Pereyra
Les références
‘They offer timely and effective opinions and recommendations.‘
‘Luis Miguel Pereyra is an excellent professional. Very prepared and competent.‘
Principaux clients
Esso Standard Oil
Eaton Corporation
Abbott Laboratories
Bacardi
Hospira Pharmaceutical
Pfizer Corporation
Ecolab – Microtek
Mondelez International (Cadbury-Kraft)
Altice (Orange)
Haina International Terminals
McDonalds Corporation
Playa Grande Holdings
Napco Securities Group
Sanofi – Aventis
TransUnion
Hanesbrands
VF Corporation (Timberland)
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Menzies Aviation
E.J. Gallo Winery
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Eaton Corporation with a breach of contract dispute.
Biaggi Abogados
Biaggi Abogados has a stellar recent record in commercial, real estate, labour, constitutional and criminal litigation, including defending a client in a high-profile public corruption and money laundering case. Arbitration is another key aspect of the firm's work, particularly for Wanda Perdomo, who is also active in mediation and litigation. Perdomo leads the team alongside Heidy Guerrero, who was promoted to partner in 2022, bolstering the practice at senior level. Firm founder Gustavo Biaggi has a strong reputation for litigation and continues to take the lead on some of the firm's most significant cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Wanda Perdomo; Heidy Guerrero
Les références
‘Biaggi Abogados has one of the best teams of lawyers in the Dominican Republic, with vast experience in the legal arena. The consultations are always on time and they provide a great analysis.‘
‘Wanda Perdomo is one of the greatest lawyers in civil litigation and in arbitration in the country. Always thinking ahead of her counterpart, she always comes up with an innovative solution to resolve the conflict at hand.‘
‘The firm includes professionals of the highest level. We consider it one of the most well-rounded teams in the Dominican Republic.‘
Principaux clients
JMMB Banco de Ahorro y Crédito
JMMB Fondo de Inversión Cerrado Inmobiliario
Jean Alain Rodríguez Sánchez
Organización TERPEL
AFP JMMB BDI
Grupo CIRSA
Grupo READ
Muelle de Carga San Felipe Puerto Plata
Abraham Selman Hasbun/Grupo Selman
Puerto Plata de Electricidad
Principaux dossiers
- Defending Jean Alain Rodríguez Sánchez (the former Attorney General of the Dominican Republic) in a complex high-profile criminal case.
- Representing pension fund administrator JMMB Group in a lawsuit brought by a group of affiliates seeking the restitution of money.
- Represented Puerto Plata de Electricidad, a concessionaire of the Dominican state for the generation and distribution of electricity in the touristic area of Playa Dorada, in the province of Puerto Plata, in several disputes with the regulator and another concessionaire about the scope of rights acquired under previous legislation.
Castillo y Castillo
Castillo y Castillo has experience in a wide range of contentious matters, from bet-the-company international litigation to ongoing mediation. Among the team’s areas of strength are financial services, civil, commercial, administrative, IP, real estate and labour disputes. Senior associate José Manuel Batlle is the director of the litigation and alternative dispute department and is noted for his robust skills in corporate and IP litigation, and domestic and international arbitration. He receives support from a talented team, including senior associates Flavia Báez and Juan Acosta, and associates Camilo Caraballo and Juan Carlos Losada.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Manuel Batlle
Les références
‘We are very satisfied with their services. Above all, we feel very well defended, since they are masters of their profession. They are dedicated, analytical, responsible, easily accessible, ethical, self-confident and have excellent relationships with their clients. They charge reasonable prices.’
‘José Manuel Batlle stands out for the sense of security that he gives the client about each step they take and strategy they follow. He is cautious and does not put the client at unnecessary risk. He dedicates time and effort to problem solving. He couldn’t be better.’
‘It is a highly specialised team, with a great capacity for dispute resolution. They efficiently use the legislation to protects clients.’
Principaux clients
Banco Popular Dominicano
Grupo Piñero
Iberostar Hotels
Grupo Excellence
Bepensa Dominicana
Delta Comercial
Gulfstream Petroleum Dominicana
Nisibon Gardens
Grupo San Juan
Riu Hotels
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Banco Popular Dominicano in multiple seizures and foreclosures on properties in collection actions for loan repayment.
- Defending Nisibon Gardens and its shareholders and executives in more than five cases brought by a shareholder alleging that capital increases of the company were carried out illegally.
- Representing Macao Caribe Beach (Riu Hotels) in a dispute over the termination of a land sale contract.
Guzmán Ariza
Guzmán Ariza, whose ‘reputation in the local market‘, ‘integrity‘ and ‘ethics‘ are noted by clients, has a longstanding presence in the dispute resolution sphere in the Dominican Republic and is particularly prominent in bankruptcy cases (where Fabio Guzmán Saladín is a high-profile name). An experienced quartet of partners leads the practice – Fabio Guzmán Ariza, whose broad practice takes in labour and medical malpractice litigation, Rhadaisis Espinal and Alberto Reyes Báez, both of whom handle civil and commercial litigation, are all based in Santo Domingo, while real estate-focused Julio Brea Guzmán is the key contact in Puerto Plata, Sosúa and Cabrera.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fabio Guzmán Ariza; Rhadaisis Espinal; Julio Brea Guzmán; Alberto Reyes Báez
Les références
‘I believe that the culture of the firm makes it unique. Its internal collaboration and reputation in the local market is also worth noting.‘
‘They have a commitment to excellence, integrity and ethics in their work as well as being available for urgent cases.‘
Principaux clients
Pawa Dominicana
Club Med (Club Méditerranée)
JJH Capital Inversiones Extranjeras
Wells Fargo Bank
Sunwing Travel Group
TreviGalante
Meliá Hotels International
Nicholas Tawil
Edesur Dominicana
Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort
Consorcio de Construcciones Planificadas
Dominican Government (Bahía de las Aguilas)
Acun Medya
Bartolo Colón Morales
Alberto Reyes Baez
Francisco Mazzarella
Mesa Investment
Dream City Country Club & Resort
Tierra del Sol – Michael Cohen
Playa Encuentro Beach Resort
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for PAWA Dominicana (Pan Am World Airways Dominicana) in bankruptcy proceedings.
- Representing Club Med (Club Méditerranée) in a dispute with a cigar-producing company over its alleged illegal eviction from premises in the client’s Punta Cana resort.
- Acting for JJH Capital Inversiones Extranjeras in an appeal to the Supreme Court in a contractual dispute.
Jiménez Peña
At Jiménez Peña, international arbitration is a core area of strength for the dispute resolution team, which has notable experience in investment treaty arbitrations (as well as handling the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards). On the litigation side of the practice, the team is well versed in commercial, civil, administrative, labour and real estate disputes. Founding partner Marcos Peña Rodríguez, who is at the forefront of the firm's arbitration cases, co-heads the practice with Rosa (Lisa) Díaz, an expert in civil, commercial, administrative and labour litigation. Laura Medina is also a key name to note for both litigation and arbitration.
Responsables de la pratique:
Marcos Peña Rodríguez; Rosa (Lisa) Díaz
Les références
‘A very prestigious firm with a wide range of services.’
‘They are excellent at designing strategies to resolve conflicts.’
‘The team at Jimenez Peña, in my opinion, has in-depth knowledge of many legal issues, including arbitration and civil liability cases. For me, they stand out from other firms because they are accessible and realistic when evaluating a case. They do not make promises that cannot be kept and have a pragmatic vision of things. I know that they remain at the forefront in this field.‘
Principaux clients
ADM Latin America
AIC International Investments
American Airlines
Asociación Popular de Ahorros y Préstamos
Celuisma
Washington Nationals Baseball Club
Eaton Corporation
DHL
Sirenis Group
Alstom Group
Principaux dossiers
- Represented AIC International Investments in multiple foreclosure procedures for approximately 126 properties, pursuing the collection of over $64m against over 40 defendants.
- Defended Alstom Group against a claim for breach of contract.
- Represented Celuisma in the Court of Appeals, challenging two conflicting arbitral awards.
JJ Roca & Asociados
JJ Roca & Asociados has significant experience in bank fraud and cybercrime cases, as well as shareholder disputes, IP litigation, asset recovery claims and real estate disputes. Managing partner Jaime Roca and Felicia Santana are the names to note.
OMG
At OMG, the dispute resolution team has skills across a wide range of areas, from commercial, civil and administrative litigation to arbitration and the enforcement of arbitral awards. The department is co-headed by senior directors Tristán Carbuccia, whose practice covers foreclosure and collection proceedings and international arbitration, and Luis Pantaleón, who was promoted in May 2023 and handles civil and commercial litigation. Esperanza Cabral is also able to bring to bear her significant corporate expertise to handle contentious matters in this space. Consultants Michele Hazoury and Carlos Bordas provide key support.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tristán Carbuccia; Luis Pantaleón
Principaux clients
Agua Planeta Azul
Warren & Warren Productions
InterCaribbean Airways
Banco Promérica
Baxter Healthcare
Oxygen Development
The Bank of Nova Scotia
Lajun Corporation
Altice
Consorcio Azucarero de Empresas Industriales (CAEI)
AV Blandino
SCN Lavalin
BASF
Sociedad Española de Montajes Industriales
INICIA
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for InterCaribbean Airways in seeking the revocation of the Civil Aviation Board’s decision to cancel routes to Jamaica and Cuba through the Dominican Republic.
- Acting for Agua Planeta Azul and its current majority shareholder in more than 20 ongoing lawsuits and appeals regarding deviations from the representations and guarantees given by former shareholders of the company in relation to EBITDA for 2019.
- Represented Altice in actions brought by some of its competitors over decisions issued by INDOTEL, the country’s telecoms authority, in relation to the merger of Orange and Tricom.
Squire Patton Boggs
Squire Patton Boggs stands out for its ability to work with colleagues in the firm’s offices across Europe, as well as in Puerto Rico and the US, on cross-border cases. The team is heavily involved in commercial litigation, especially disputes over agency contracts, and has an impressive track record of representing states in international arbitration. Pedro Gamundi and Carolina Soto Hernández co-lead the practice; the former has expertise in civil aviation and labour-related cases, and the latter is highly active in both local and international disputes, appearing before courts of all instances. Senior associate Francisco Batlle is a key name for international arbitration.
Responsables de la pratique:
Pedro Gamundi; Carolina Soto Hernández
Principaux clients
Owens-Illinois (OI Puerto Rico STS and Owens-Brockway Glass Container)
Diageo Dominicana
Caterpillar Crédito
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Republic Bank
Earthbound Holdings I
Trojan Battery Company
Toronto Blue Jays
Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club
Frontier Airlines
Arajet
Republic of Costa Rica
Empresa Pública de Hidrocarburos del Ecuador – EP Petroecuador (Petroecuador)
Republic of Ecuador
Magna Motors
Grupo Viamar
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Owens-Illinois in complex ongoing litigation related to a joint venture, share purchase and technical assistance agreements.
- Representing Magna Motors in ongoing administrative tax-related proceedings against the General Directorate of Customs.
- Representing Caterpillar Crédito in three lawsuits involving collection procedures to recover debts based on eight contracts related to construction equipment financing.
De Camps, Vásquez & Valera
Diana De Camps Contreras and Amaury Reyes Torres lead the dispute resolution group at De Camps, Vásquez & Valera; De Camps is an expert in public procurement litigation, while Reyes Torres has a broad litigation practice, frequently appearing before the Courts of Appeal. Areas of strength for the firm include civil, commercial, constitutional, administrative and election disputes. Founding partner Amauris Vásquez Disla also lends his expertise to the team.
Responsables de la pratique:
Diana De Camps Contreras; Amaury Reyes Torres
Principaux clients
Banco de Reservas de la R.D.
Scotiabank
Kentucky Foods Group
Mones Packaging Solutions (MOPACK)
Grupo Cisneros
Sargeant Marine Petroleum
Bradeira Holdings
Bahia Estillero
Steway Corporation STCO
Consorcio Energetico Punta Cana- Macao
Marítima Dominicana (MARDOM)
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Organización Cisneros in a dispute over the purchase of property in Miches.
- Acting for a private client in a family law case relating to the affairs of a Major League Baseball player.
- Represented Sargeant Marine Petroleum in a P&I coverage claim relating to damage caused by the barge Asphalt Lion to a berth in the Haina Occidental Port during Hurricane Matthew.
DMK Abogados
Iván García Elsevyf leads DMK Abogados‘ dispute resolution group, which has diverse experience handling civil, commercial, real estate and administrative litigation for clients from a range of industries, including tourism, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, energy and construction. The group also has an enviable track record in labour litigation, which is one of García Elsevyf's key areas of expertise. Senior associate Eduardo Moreta is also a notable contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ivan García Elsevyf
Principaux clients
Corporación Aeroportuaria del Este
Nokia
Betcris
Senator Hotel & Resorts
Sol Meliá
Civil del Caribe
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Corporacion Aeroportuaria del Este (CAE) in an administrative appeal relating to the Bavaro International Airport construction project.
- Representing an Israeli company in a series of breach of contract claims against a Dominican company relating to a public tender for the development of electricity distribution lines.
- Representing a Major League Baseball teams in a land-related dispute over its training academy property in the Dominican Republic.
ECIJA DVMS
International firm ECIJA DVMS is especially active in litigation and arbitration in the sports sector, with an emphasis on the baseball industry; its recent highlights include representing the Texas Rangers in a breach of contract and damages claim. The team also has notable strong suits in foreclosure and debt recovery proceedings and in litigation relating to agency contracts. Practice head Edward Salcedo handles the full spectrum of litigation, ably assisted by senior associates Arístides Victoria and Erika Gomez.
Responsables de la pratique:
Edward Salcedo
Les références
‘They pay a lot of attention to detail, have unquestionable technical capacity and are excellent litigators. Their track record of success in my cases, to date, is 100%.‘
‘Their responses are practically instantaneous and they are very efficient with providing reports on the status of all my cases. They are true specialists. Edward Salcedo is in charge of organising my defence at all levels and his associates Arístides Victoria and Erika Gómez are excellent in managing the day-to-day affairs of my cases, very efficiently and successfully.‘
Principaux clients
Mercantil Farmacéutica
St. Louis Cardinals
Atlanta Braves
Eurofresh
DHL
Helidosa Aviation Group
Minnesota Twins
Houston Astros
San Diego Padres
Grupo Lácteo del Caribe Gruplac (Dos Pinos)
New York Mets
Colorado Rockies
Wurth Dominicana
Rangers Baseball
Alvaro Skupin and Nancy Alvarez
T.E.V.A. & Asociados (Credicefi)
Texas Rangers
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the Texas Rangers in a $250m breach of contract and discrimination claim filed by a prospect before the Dominican courts.
- Representing a multinational pharmaceutical company in a complex $4.4m damages claim under Law 173 filed by a local distributor before the Dominican courts.
- Representing the Colorado Rockies in an arbitration claim seeking $5m in compensation filed by a former player before the Center for the Resolution of Disputes of the Santo Domingo Chamber of Commerce and Production.
Guzmán & Molina, Abogados
Guzmán & Molina, Abogados‘ dispute resolution practice ranges from civil and commercial litigation to tax, administrative, criminal, labour and real estate cases. Firm co-founder Lucas Guzmán is noted for his experience in bankruptcy claims and arbitration.
Martínez, Peña & Fernández
Martínez, Peña & Fernández fields a diverse dispute resolution practice which particularly stands out for its representation of major banks and public bodies. Richard Martínez Amparo, Abraham Fernández Arbaje and Luis Ernesto Peña Jiménez share leadership of the team.
Pellerano Nadal
Pellerano Nadal, whose ‘best qualities are its in-depth knowledge and accessible team‘, handles a range of litigation, arbitration and mediation, including civil, tax, construction and distribution-related cases. Thanks to practice head Gustavo Mena's expertise in environmental law, the team also has robust experience in disputes in this sphere (Mena's wide-ranging practice also takes in commercial and labour litigation). Managing partner Luis Pellerano is prominent in alternative dispute resolution.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gustavo Mena
Les références
‘The team is attentive and follows up well on legal matters.‘
‘They have a high level of communication. They look for direct and concrete solutions to resolve conflicts.’
‘Its best qualities are its in-depth knowledge and accessible team.‘
Principaux clients
Jetblue Airways Corporation
Dominicana de Cales (DOCALSA)
Unicomer
Apache Corporation
MK Inc of the Palm Beaches
S2 Yachts
Gijón
CORESA
Belfond
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Jetblue Airways Corporation in a variety of disputes.
- Representing DOCALSA in an environmental dispute relating to the contamination of natural pools in La Toma.
- Acting for Unicomer in a dispute with the tax administration, which is seeking the payment of consumption tax.
Russin, Vecchi & Heredia Bonetti
Russin, Vecchi & Heredia Bonetti has a long history of handling disputes in the Dominican Republic, including cross-border cases, and is noted for its ‘excellent professionalism and communication’. Among the firm's core areas of expertise are commercial, civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative litigation - with an emphasis on disputes over agency contracts. Managing partner Georges Santoni Recio and associate Joan Batista Molina, an expert in criminal, real estate and administrative law, sit at the helm of the group.
Responsables de la pratique:
Georges Santoni Recio; Joan Batista Molina
Les références
‘The firm is distinguished by its excellent service, communication and legal support. They offer detailed explanations of the legal actions to give clients a better understanding of the cases.’
Principaux clients
Impregilo (Webuild)/Consorcio Impregilo-Yarull
Gulf Trading
Bayer
Principaux dossiers
- Representing private clients in a lawsuit before the Land Court of Higüey seeking authorisation for the registration of title.
- Acting for Impreglio (Webuild) in seeking an injunction to prevent the compulsory collection of tax by the tax authority.
- Acted for Gulf Trading in seeking the recovery of sums embezzled by the company appointed as its manager and administrator in the Dominican Republic.
Alburquerque Abogados – Consultores
Alburquerque Abogados – Consultores is singled out as being ‘available to handle cases in different areas’, covering a wide range of litigation, although the team is particularly experienced in criminal cases and damages claims. José Manuel Alburquerque Prieto and Laura Polanco Coste co-head the practice and are experienced in civil, labour, real estate and criminal litigation. Associate Kendy Mariel García Acosta provides support, including in family law cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Manuel Alburquerque Prieto; Laura Polanco Coste
Les références
‘At Alburquerque Abogados they respond on time, and the partners are very accessible and are available to handle cases in different areas.‘
‘Laura Polanco’s client service, availability, knowledge of the client’s business and professionalism are key in the resolution of each case.‘
‘The Alburquerque team has worked with our company for many years and also has extensive experience in our sector. Both factors combined are the perfect mix to meet our requirements. They always focus on obtaining the best result for us and efficiently establish priorities.‘
Principaux clients
Altice Dominicana
CDH-Carrefour
Eulen América/American Sales & Management
Eulen Dominicana De Seguridad
Euronova Agro Import
Fidenzia Reizabal
Inmobiliaria Jaypa
Inversiones Azul del Este Dominicana (Hotel Catalonia)
Inversiones El Valle Realty
Inversiones F&G
Teófilo Cruz
Tui Dominicana
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for Inversiones El Valle Realty in filing an appeal before the Supreme Court of Justice in a dispute over the purchase of real estate.
- Represented Inversiones Azul del Este Dominicana (Catalonia Hotel & Resorts) in a case before the Supreme Court of Justice against the company contracted to provide repair and conditioning services for the hotel pool.
- Defending CDH-Carrefour against a claim for unfair competition and anti-competitive practices.
LMV Advisors - Central Law
LMV Advisors - CENTRAL LAW‘ diverse caseload includes civil, commercial and criminal litigation (including real estate and insurance-related disputes) and international arbitration. Practice head Cesar Joel Linares Rodriguez is skilled in a range of areas, with a focus on civil litigation. A key name at associate level is Bella Yelissa Brea de León who is proficient in civil, criminal and family law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Cesar Joel Linares Rodriguez
Principaux clients
Lawdale Trading
Tenedora Las Terrenas
AFP Siembra
Iban Online
Inversiones Lomba’s
Sindoni Group
Gadonso Properties
Scotia Crecer
NC12
Seguros Crecer
La Colonial de Seguros
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Lawdale Trading in a damages claim relating to the rescission of a contract of promise of sale for a property.
- Represented Tenedora Las Terrenas in civil and corporate liability claims against its former general manager over a series of frauds.
- Represented AFP Siembra in a dispute over the granting of a disability pension due to a change in the legislation regarding the maximum age for claiming this pension.
Mazara Abogados
Specialising in economic and financial criminal litigation, Mazara Abogados frequently handles public and private corruption-related cases, although it also has a strong suit in administrative litigation. Yurosky Mazara and Lissette Tamárez are the key names.
Ulises Cabrera
Ulises Cabrera has experience in disputes ranging from agency and distribution litigation to financial and cybercrime cases, and is also noted for its strength in high-family law cases and maritime litigation. Practice head and managing partner José Cruz Campillo has extensive litigation experience, while founding partner Ulises Cabrera is skilled in mediation. The group’s offering was bolstered by the additions of senior associate Iris Pérez Rochet from Michel Abreu Abogados in 2022 and associate Adonis Rojas from independent practice in 2023.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Cruz Campillo
Les références
‘The strong point of the team led by José Cruz Campillo is the prompt attention given to clients’ requirements, making them feel that they are not alone and that they have high-quality legal support.‘
‘Ulises Cabrera can see both the forest and the trees. They know the law, invariably respond rapidly, are always available, and exhibit admirable analysis and cutting-edge knowledge and techniques. In an environment sometimes characterised by irregular practices, Ulises Cabrera has stuck to its principles. This translates into a significant competitive advantage over other law firms promising quick results using tactics that may be counter-productive over the long term.‘
‘Ulises Cabrera provides a cost-effective service, which creates added value. This is mostly due to their constant effort to keep up to date with technology and bring in well-trained legal professionals.‘
Principaux clients
Anadel
Antonio P. Haché & Co
Asociación Bonao de Ahorros y Préstamos (ABONAP)
Asociación Popular de Ahorros y Préstamos (APAP)
Baterías Dominicanas
Coccia Dominicana
COLERAINE
Comercial San Esteban (Cosanca)
EnviroGold (Las Lagunas)
Fresenius Medical Care
Gildan Activewear
Inversiones Kappa
Inversiones Manuel Cabrera
Newtech
Seguros Universal
Siemens Mobility
Sucesores Mejia Arcala
The Dominican Real Estate Company (DRE)
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for EnviroGold (Las Lagunas) in a complex tax case against the Dominican Tax Authority (Dirección General de Impuestos Internos – DGII).
- Acting for Coleraine in a dispute over a public tender.
- Acting for a number of clients in disputes related to the termination of distribution contracts under Law 173.