Fernández & Pou Abogados

Fernández & Pou Abogados │Attorneys is a distinguished full-service law firm based in the Dominican Republic, recognized for its expertise in aviation law, litigation, and corporate law. With a strong focus on personalized, effective and ethical legal services, the firm has built a reputation for providing strategic and innovative solutions to both local and international clients. Founded by María Esther Fernández Alvarez De Pou and María Fernanda Pou Fernández, the firm has played a pioneering role in aviation law, maritime, logistics and custom, with 34 years of experience. While excelling in these specialized legal fields, Fernández & Pou Abogados│Attorneys also provides expert legal counsel in other key practice areas, including tax law, real estate, public procurement, financial services, free trade zones, technology, tourism, labor, retail, government and institutional relations.

The firm is an active member of several prestigious legal and business associations, reinforcing its international reach and commitment to excellence.

Aviation & Transport Law

Fernández & Pou Abogados │Attorneys is widely recognized for its leadership in aviation law, maritime law, and transport. The firm has been at the forefront of advising airlines, leasing companies, insurers, manufacturers and other key industry players on matters related to regulatory compliance, aircraft financing, leasing agreements, and dispute resolution. The firm’s membership in L2B Aviation reinforces its international reach and ability to provide specialized counsel on cross-border aviation matters.

Key areas of expertise:

• Airline regulatory compliance
• Air carrier licensing and permits
• Aviation dispute resolution and litigation
• Passenger rights and liability issues
• Leasing

Corporate & Commercial Law

With a deep understanding of the Dominican business landscape, Fernández & Pou Abogados │Attorneys provides comprehensive corporate legal services-to companies across various industries. The firm assists clients with business structuring, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.

Key areas of expertise:

• Corporate structuring and governance
• Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
• Commercial contracts and negotiations
• Foreign investment advisory
• Regulatory compliance
• Governance

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Fernández & Pou Abogados │Attorneys has a robust litigation practice, representing clients in complex commercial disputes, corporate litigation, regulatory enforcement matters, tax and labor amongst others. The firm’s approach combines deep legal expertise with strategic advocacy, ensuring that clients receive effective representation in court and alternative dispute resolution forums.

Key areas of expertise:

• Commercial and contractual disputes
• Corporate litigation
• Arbitration and mediation
• Labor
• Tax

• Airport Law
• Customs Law
• Labourand Social Security Law
• Competition and Consumer Law
• Telecommunications Law
• Administrative Law
• Energy Law
• Tourism Law
• Environmental Law
• Criminal Law
• Banking, Finance, and Capital Markets Law
• Insurance Law
• Foreign Investment and International Trade
• Mining Law
• Intellectual Property
• IT Law
• Agency and Distribution Law

Fernández & Pou Abogados │Attorneys continues to be a trusted legal partner for businesses seeking specialized, high-quality legal services in the Dominican Republic.