Gratereaux Delva & Associates is a Dominican law firm founded by Maria Elena Gratereaux Delva and Philippe Delva. The practice is widely recognized for its work in labor and real estate matters and serves national and international clients across the Dominican Republic. The firm also advises on civil, corporate, family, foreign investment, tax and immigration issues, reflecting a broad expertise that supports both individuals and organizations.

The firm emphasizes professional excellence, efficiency, commitment and honesty, delivering customized client service and free consultations to assess matters promptly. Its multilingual capabilities in French and English support international clients and investors, enabling effective communication and assistance across jurisdictions. Gratereaux Delva & Asoc. prides itself on guiding clients through prevention and resolution of conflicts with a practical, results oriented approach.

With a main office at Plaza El Patio Cabarete in Cabarete and a growing footprint along the northern coast and Santo Domingo, Gratereaux Delva & Asoc. serves multinational companies, local businesses, financial institutions, insurance providers and tour operators. The firm offers services across Real Estate, Tax, Commercial and Labor law, as well as Immigration and other areas, enabling clients to navigate the Dominican Republics regulatory environment effectively.

About Gratereaux Delva & Asoc.

Founded in 2003

26 people in their team


Practice areas
Immigration
Family
Business
Real Estate
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Immigration

Gratereaux Delva & Asoc. has extensive immigration experience, advising foreign investors and individuals on immigration matters and processing requirements, with assistance before any jurisdiction in the Dominican Republic, supported by the firms multilingual capability in French and English to facilitate cross border matters.
Asylum
Business Visa
Citizenship
Dependent Visa
Permanent Residency
Retirement Visa
Work Permit
Citizenship by Investment
Residence by Investment
Golden Visa

Family

The firm provides family law services including divorces, inheritance matters and other personal status issues, leveraging its civil and family law expertise to secure practical solutions for clients in personal proceedings.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Business

Gratereaux Delva & Asoc. offers corporate and commercial services including the incorporation, mergers and acquisitions of companies, intermediation with national and international banks, maintenance of corporate records, and assistance with operating licenses and municipal concessions.
Accounting & Auditing
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax
FDA Law

Real Estate

Real estate matters are a core specialty, covering property transfers, real estate transactions and dispute resolution, with support for both local and foreign buyers, investors and developers.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Employment & Labor

Labor and employment law services include advising employers and employees on Dominican labor regulations, compliance and dispute resolution, with representation in labor proceedings and related negotiations.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation