Department profile
Castillo y Castillo

Real Estate & Tourism

Latin America Guide 2026 : Dominican Republic


Castillo y Castillo

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Castillo y Castillo is one of the leading law firms in the Dominican Republic, dedicated to providing legal services tailored to the needs of its clients.

For over 85 years, Castillo y Castillo has been at the forefront of legal knowledge and practice. The firm focuses on developing a solid understanding of its clients’ businesses, needs and goals in order to provide them with practical and first-rate advice.

Industries (16)

  • Automotive
  • Banking
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Health Care
  • Insurance
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure

Chambers Review

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Real Estate & Tourism - Dominican Republic

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Castillo y Castillo's stellar department boasts a comprehensive transactional and regulatory real estate practice, frequently retained by national and international hotel groups and investors. Its standout team provides counsel on financing mandates and land and asset acquisitions, including assisting with regulatory permits and authorisations. Castillo y Castillo maintains longstanding relationships with key hotel chains, advising on new developments and day-to-day hospitality issues. The department remains active in the most important tourism locations across the country, supported by an office in Bávaro.

Work Highlights

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  • Castillo y Castillo advised the Spanish hotel chain Best Hotels in connection with its real estate development project in Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana and a new project in Bávaro, comprising four luxury hotels.

Strengths

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  • Castillo y Castillo's team are distinguished by their diligence, proactivity and strategic outlook. The firm has demonstrated particular expertise in the area.

    Real Estate & Tourism respondentLatin America
  • The real estate team at Castillo y Castillo is one of a kind! They are knowledgeable and well reputed, and are well prepared to deal with any situation.

    Real Estate & Tourism respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Práxedes Joaquín Castillo Báez
    Band 2Práxedes Joaquín Castillo Báez

    Práxedes Joaquín Castillo Báez

    Respected partner Práxedes Joaquín Castillo Báez boasts a strong track record assisting notable clients with key real estate and investment transactions.
    • Práxedes Joaquín Castillo Báez offers clients a unique insight into the Dominican Republic real estate market.

      Real Estate & Tourism respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchMaria Milena Portes Goris
    Associates to watchMaria Milena Portes Goris

    Maria Milena Portes Goris

    Associate-to-watch Maria Milena Portes Goris possesses significant experience advising on a wide variety of matters in the tourism sector.
    • Maria Milena Portes Goris provides clear and effective solutions, no matter the complexity of the matter. She always ensures we completely understand our options and the possible results.

      Real Estate & Tourism respondentLatin America

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Dominican Republic

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