Jiménez Pena is a leading Dominican Republic law firm with a strong international orientation, delivering sophisticated advice to local and multinational clients across corporate, finance and disputes matters. Established in 2003, the firm combines deep market knowledge with cross border capabilities through its Interlex Group affiliation, enabling practical and strategic solutions on complex transactions, project financings and regulatory issues.

Jiménez Pena has earned recognition in top legal directories for its technical excellence and sector focus. Chambers Latin America 2025 ranks the firm as a Top Ranked Firm in Corporate/Commercial and Labour & Employment and as a Ranked Firm in Dispute Resolution, with several partners highlighted as leading practitioners. The practice depth is complemented by a stable leadership team and a total staff of 52, underscoring its capacity to handle large and multilayered mandates.

The firm emphasizes client service and accessibility, offering 24/7 availability when needed and coordinating cross border resources to deliver timely and pragmatic legal solutions aligned with clients' strategic objectives. Its client oriented approach is supported by a global network through Interlex Group and a multidisciplinary bench that integrates corporate, banking, dispute resolution, real estate and employment expertise to manage complex matters efficiently.

About Jiménez Peña

Founded in 2003

52 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Lawsuits & Disputes
Real Estate
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Jiménez Pena maintains an outstanding corporate and commercial practice, advising multinational corporations and leading Dominican groups on investments, incorporations, restructurings and governance. The firm is known for its dual legal and business acumen, handling cross-border transactions and complex corporate matters across sectors such as energy, real estate and infrastructure.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Banking & Finance

Jiménez Pena is at the forefront of banking and finance in the Dominican Republic, with strength in project finance, corporate lending and cross-border financing. It acts for major international banks and multilateral development institutions and structures complex financing arrangements, including asset-backed finance and syndicated loans, all while navigating regulatory considerations.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Lawsuits & Disputes

Jiménez Pena runs a robust litigation and disputes practice spanning civil, commercial, tax, administrative, labour and constitutional matters, with a pioneer track record in international arbitration. The firm emphasizes preventative strategies and efficient cross-border dispute resolution, acting as local counsel or lead counsel in disputes before major institutions.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Real Estate

Jiménez Pena offers a strong real estate and hospitality practice, advising on development, financing, acquisition and operation of large-scale real estate ventures, with a focus on tourism and hospitality projects. The firm integrates real estate work with related energy and infrastructure matters and supports cross-border investment activity.
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

Jiménez Pena maintains a leading labour and employment practice, advising on recruitment, terminations, union negotiations, executive contracts and regulatory compliance. The firm emphasizes preventive counsel, labour audits and training to mitigate risk, and handles disputes in labour matters as part of its cross-disciplinary approach.
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

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