Who we are


We, the law firm Marmolejos & Asociados, are a German-speaking law firm based in La Vega, in the center of the Dominican Republic. We have recently been able to offer you our entire range of services in our new office in Jarabacoa. This means that we are easily accessible for you, no matter where you need our help.

Five lawyers, two notaries, two tax consultants, in cooperation with other competent employees, offer you help and support in all questions of Dominican law.

You can of course also find our law firm on the list of attorneys at the German Embassy.

What we offer you

One of our main focuses is immigration and all related matters. Two interpreters / translators will only take care of you. We know how difficult the first steps are when you come to a foreign country and have not yet mastered the language.
In addition, we are at your disposal as legal counsel for all civil and criminal law matters.

Service

  • Criminal Law

    We take on your defense in court competently, assertively and sustainably, regardless of the accusation raised.
    Our many years of experience in criminal law are very helpful in this regard.

  • Immigration

    Your plan to emigrate to the Dominican Republic should now become a reality. While you are still in your home country, we will support you with the application process and, once you have arrived here in the Dominican Republic, we will guide you step by step until you receive your residencia (residence permit). This of course also includes filling out the required forms and accompanying you during the necessary medical examination or presentation to the migration offices (immigration authorities).

  • Real estate acquisition

    If the property you have selected has not yet been digitally surveyed, i.e. a "Deslinde" has not yet been created, we will be happy to do that for you. This is the only way you can be sure that the size of the property is identical to the information provided by the seller. You will also receive the exact digital coordinates.

  • Land measurements

    If the property you have selected has not yet been digitally surveyed, i.e. a "Deslinde" has not yet been created, we will be happy to do that for you. This is the only way you can be sure that the size of the property is identical to the information provided by the seller. You will also receive the exact digital coordinates.

  • Purchase and rental contracts

    When buying / selling or renting / renting movable or fixed goods, apartments, houses or business premises, we check the condition of the property and its market value at your request. The necessary contracts are worked out individually by us and coordinated with you.

  • Company formations

    Do you want to be self-employed in the Dominican Republic? Start your own company? Our law firm advises you on all related questions and helps you step by step through the implementation.
    Applications, obtaining permits, advice on tax law, possibly searching for suitable premises, rental and purchase agreements - we offer you an all-round service.

  • Shareholder agreements

    When founding a company with a corporate structure, we draw up the contract, take care of the necessary permits and provide advice to our clients.
    If a managing director is appointed, we summarize his rights and obligations in a contract.

  • Tax and Business Law

    If you are the owner of a company, you will not be able to do without a specialist lawyer with the assistance of a tax advisor. We can help you to find the most favorable way for your company.

  • Labor Law

    For example, is a work permit required for one of your employees? You have a dispute with an employee that goes to court? Do employment contracts have to be drawn up?
    We are your competent partner for all problems with Dominican labor law - be it advice or representation.

  • Trustee administrations

    You still live in your home country but own property in the Dominican Republic. At some point the question arises, who can take care of receipt, administration, collection of claims from renting or leasing, etc. during your absence? You can delegate these tasks to our notaries in trust.

  • Obtaining certificates

    It doesn't matter whether you are in your home country or live here in the Dominican Republic. In many situations, you will need a charter or a legalized certificate, perhaps a marriage, divorce, or death certificate. We are happy to help you, be it at the embassy, ​​the authorities or the responsible doctor.

  • marriage contracts

    You would like to protect yourself in the event of a marriage and draw up a marriage contract according to your specifications. Be it a separation of property or a community of gains - we will advise you.

  • Divorce Matters

    If a marriage fails or a divorce occurs, the law firm represents its interests in court. Regardless of whether the client is in the Dominican Republic or elsewhere.

  • Inheritance matters

    Inheritance issues can often be uncomfortable, especially if you don't speak the language or aren't there. Our lawyers will review the estate dispositions for you and take care of any claims.

  • Filing of claims

    Do you have claims against third parties? Be it from sales, rentals / leases or loans - we will represent you as a lawyer to enforce your claims.

  • Translations and certifications

    Our law firm takes care of all translations of documents and their certification (Spanish, German, English).