Squire Patton Boggs Santo Domingo offers a multidisciplinary practice in the Dominican Republic, with lawyers admitted to practice locally and fluent in Spanish and English. The office has deep experience in international business transactions, commercial litigation and intellectual property, supporting clients across corporate, energy, real estate and dispute resolution matters. It has been involved in significant reform undertakings in the country, including the capitalization of the former state-owned national power utility, illustrating its ability to handle high stakes regulatory and cross-border projects.

As part of a global platform that numbers more than 2,600 professionals, the firm provides Dominican Republic clients with access to cross-border teams and industry specialists in corporate and commercial, banking and finance, real estate, tax and beyond. The Santo Domingo practice benefits from this network to coordinate multi-jurisdiction matters and to deliver integrated solutions that blend local insight with global resources.

Clients benefit from a service model that blends local Dominican Republic expertise with global resources, enabling practical, timely advice and proactive risk management. The practice emphasizes clear communication, efficient matter management, and close collaboration with regional and international teams to navigate Dominican Republic regulations and international opportunities.

About Squire Patton Boggs

Founded in 2014

2600 people in their team


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

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

The Santo Domingo Corporate & Commercial practice provides end-to-end support for domestic and cross-border corporate transactions, governance, restructurings and regulatory compliance. The team handles mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate reorganizations and ongoing advisory needs for companies operating in the Dominican Republic and across the Caribbean. By leveraging the firm's international network, the practice coordinates cross-border teams to deliver commercially focused, compliant solutions aligned with each client’s business strategy.
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

Banking & Finance in Santo Domingo delivers structuring and execution of lending arrangements, project finance, secured and unsecured facilities and debt restructurings. The team integrates Dominican regulatory considerations with cross-border financing expertise, supporting banks and corporate borrowers in complex financing programs and cross-jurisdiction deals.
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

Real Estate

Real Estate in the Dominican Republic practice advises on acquisition, development, permitting, financing, leasing and property related disputes for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. The team coordinates with authorities, developers and lenders to navigate zoning, tax and regulatory requirements while creating value for investors and operators.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Lawsuits & Disputes

International dispute resolution and litigation capabilities in Santo Domingo cover cross-border commercial disputes, arbitration and enforcement. The Dominican Republic team collaborates with global dispute resolution specialists to manage multi jurisdiction proceedings and to achieve efficient, favorable outcomes for clients.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Employment & Labor

Employment & Labor advises on regulatory compliance, labour relations, compensation and benefits, and employment policies in the Dominican Republic. The team helps clients manage restructurings, workforce changes and day to day HR matters with practical, risk balanced guidance.
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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