Latin America Guide 2026 : Dominican Republic
Ranked Individual
Provided by Guzmán Ariza
Guzmán Ariza has extensive experience counseling clients, both commercial entities and individuals, in all stages of their business ventures in the Dominican Republic, the largest economy of Central America and the Caribbean. As such, our team of lawyers advise local and international clients in organizing start-ups, managing risks while growing in the local or international markets, incorporating new partners into their ventures, seeking funding for expanding operations, or just helping them in complying with all local laws that relate to doing business in the Dominican Republic.
Our expert team of lawyers can offer you a broad spectrum of services:
Incorporation of Dominican companies
Incorporation of offshore companies
Bankruptcy and restructuring
Installation of branches in the Dominican Republic
Joint ventures
Corporate governance
Annual and extraordinary shareholders and partners´ meetings
Management duties and liabilities
Business and corporate acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions
Divestments
Due diligence
Private and public offerings of securities
Liquidation and dissolution of companies
Business contracts (distribution agreements, franchises)
General advice on corporate structures to ensure good corporate governance throughout the life of your business
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Guzmán Ariza houses a noteworthy corporate and commercial practice handling company incorporations, restructuring and M&A transactions, in addition to corporate and acquisition finance. The team also advises on free trade zone regulations and the tax implications of transactions.
Provided by Chambers
Guzmán Ariza assisted Metrobank and Global Bank Corporation with the structuring of the financing and guarantee contracts in connection with the development of Washington Capital Solar Park 3, a photovoltaic project.
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Guzmán Ariza is a strategic ally that supports our business in the Dominican Republic. It has knowledgeable lawyers who provide diverse opinions and accurate recommendations.
Provided by Chambers
Fabio Guzmán Saladín enters the rankings this year after receiving excellent market feedback for his high level of activity on a range of corporate governance issues and M&A transactions. He is well versed in advising clients in a variety of sectors such as healthcare, telecommunications and manufacturing.
Fabio Guzmán Saladín offers excellent advice and observations. He is also very friendly and knowledgeable about the local market.
Head of Corporate/Commercial
Provided by Guzmán Ariza
Alfredo Guzmán Saladín
Alberto Reyes Báez
Pamela Benzan Arbaje
Global 2026
Practice area: Corporate/Commercial
Location: Dominican Republic
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