HERRERA HERNANDEZ &CASTILLO

About Us

Herrera Hernández & Castillo is a boutique law firm based in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, with more than 20 years of experience assisting both local and international clients. We are widely recognized for our strong practice in Real Estate Law, guiding buyers, investors, expatriates, and developers through secure and well-structured property transactions across the Dominican Republic.

Our attorneys hold advanced degrees in Real Estate Law, Civil Law, and Civil Procedural Law, allowing us to manage everything from detailed title investigations and due diligence processes to complex property disputes and legal structuring for tourism and development projects.

In addition to our real estate expertise, we provide legal representation in Tax Law, Corporate Law, Administrative Law, Labor Law, Immigration Law, Criminal Law, and Family Law, making us a strategic partner for foreigners who wish to invest, reside, work, or establish businesses in the Dominican Republic.

We stand out for our:

Clear and transparent communication (in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish)

Efficient, results-oriented processes

Extensive experience with foreign buyers, expatriates, companies, and developers

End-to-end support from first contact to case resolution

We offer a structured initial consultation for new clients to review the matter in detail and define the appropriate legal strategy. Consultations can be held virtually for international clients.

Our mission is to provide modern, ethical, and reliable legal services tailored to the needs of today’s international clients, ensuring legal security and peace of mind at every stage.

Practice Areas

Real Estate Law

Title verification & due diligence

Drafting and review of promise of sale and purchase agreements

Escrow support, closings, and title transfers

Condominium and HOA regulations

Land acquisitions & subdivisions

Real estate litigation and boundary disputes

Assistance for foreign investors

Corporate & Business Law

Company formation (SRL, SA, LLC)

Commercial contracts

Corporate governance & compliance

Mergers & acquisitions

Tax Law

Tax compliance and planning

Capital gains and property tax (IPI) guidance

Representation before DGII

Immigration Law

Residency (temporary, permanent, investment-based, marriage-based)

Naturalization

Work permits

Family Law

International and local divorce

Child custody and support

Prenuptial agreements

Criminal & Civil Litigation

Criminal representation

Civil disputes, collections & enforcement

Administrative Law

Permits and licensing

Representation before Dominican government authorities

Languages

English

Spanish

French

German

Why Choose Us

20+ years of proven legal experience

Strong focus on international clients and foreign investors

Multilingual team for clear communication

Deep knowledge of Dominican real estate and corporate law

Transparent, reliable, and structured processes

Ethical practice and complete confidentiality

Quick response time (within 24 hours)

FAQ

Do you offer a free consultation?

No. We do not offer free consultations.
Our initial consultation has a cost of USD 150, which includes a detailed review of your case and the legal strategy. Consultations can be conducted virtually for international clients.

How quickly will I receive a response?

We normally respond to new inquiries within 12hours.

Do you assist foreign buyers and investors?

Yes. A large portion of our clients are international buyers, expatriates, and foreign companies investing in the Dominican Republic.

Can we speak in English or other languages?

Yes. Our team provides legal services in English, French, German and Spanish.

Can you assist with residency and relocation?

Yes. We assist with all residency categories and immigration processes.

Do you help with company formation for foreign investors?

Absolutely. We handle the full process of incorporating companies such as SRL, SA, and LLC.

Contact

If you are planning to invest, relocate, or require legal assistance in the Dominican Republic, our team is ready to support you.

We welcome an initial inquiry at no cost to determine how we can help.
A formal consultation is required to analyze your case in depth.

We look forward to assisting you.