Dominican Republic 2025
Supported by the Association of Corporate Counsel
General counsel | KPMG Dominicana
Legal and compliance officer | E.T. Heinsen
Head of standards verification and legal compliance | Ministry of Finance of Dominican Republic
Legal and compliance director | Primma Valores, Puesto de Bolsa
Vice president of legal and governmental affairs | AES Dominicana
Legal, compliance and regulatory affairs director | Nestlé Dominicana
Vice president of business and legal affairs | Lantica Studios
Director of strategic planning | Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (INDOTEL)
General counsel, legal and governance | Banesco Banco Múltiple
Assistant general counsel, legal operations | Phoenix Tower International
Compliance and corporate governance director | Seguros Crecer y AFP Crecer
General counsel and vice president of legal affairs | Playa Grande Holdings
Director of coordination and monitoring of reform processes | Ministry of Public Administration (MAP) of Dominican Republic
Senior manager of regulation | Asociacion de Bancos Multiples de la Republica Dominicana
Legal manager | Banco Promerica de la República Dominicana
Legal and compliance manager | Industrias Banilejas (INDUBAN)
Legal and compliance director | Banco Atlántico de Ahorro y Crédito
Director of legal and regulatory affairs | Grupo Vimenca
Legal director | Tesoreria de la Seguridad Social (TSS)
Legal manager | Consorcio Energético Punta Cana-Macao (CEPM)
Head of legal and regulatory compliance division | Fiduciaria Popular
Second vice president and director of legal advisory and AML/CFT compliance | MAPFRE Dominicana
Legal counsel Dominican Republic | Globalia Servicios Corporativos RD
Legal senior manager | Consorcio de Tarjetas Dominicanas (CardNET)
Legal and regulatory director | Grupo Punta Cana
Legal, security and corporate affairs director | Cerveceria Nacional Dominicana
Head of legal documentation | Ministry of Finance of Dominican Republic
Legal director | Compañia Dominicana de Teléfonos (Claro)
Legal and regulatory affairs coordinator | Wind Telecom
Legal manager | Consejo Unificado de las Empresas Distribuidoras de Electricidad
Legal, regulatory and AML compliance director | PARVAL Puesto de Bolsa
Vice president, general counsel - Latin America | Phoenix Tower International
Legal manager | Banco Múltiple Promerica de la Republica Dominicana
Legal director | Corporación Dominicana de Empresas Electricas Estatales (CDEEE)
Vice president of legal affairs and regulatory compliance | Banco Múltiple Santa Cruz
Legal and compliance manager | United Capital Puesto de Bolsa
Head of legal | Empresa de Generación Eléctrica Punta Catalina (EGEPC)
It is a true honour for me to present The Legal 500 GC Powerlist: Dominican Republic, 2025: the culmination of a research project that celebrates the exceptional legal talent and caliber of the in-house counsel shaping this forward-looking jurisdiction.
From technical experts to strategic leaders, each conversation highlighted the inspiring evolution of the in-house counsel role in the country. Today’s counsel embody the strategic foresight and human leadership that define this generation of in-house legal professionals who are strengthening governance, driving innovation, and shaping corporate culture.
This year’s research reveals a particularly diverse and compelling set of themes. Across industries, in-house counsel leaders are reinforcing compliance and governance frameworks, positioning their teams and themselves as trusted advisors and guardians of corporate integrity in an evolving regulatory landscape. In parallel, general counsel keep embracing and driving digital transformation within the legal profession. From launching innovative products to fostering the implementation of AI tools and LegalTech platforms, Dominican in-house leaders have linked digital transformation to efficiency, risk management and staying ahead of regulatory demands, all while ensuring that growth remains aligned with legal and ethical standards.
Yet what truly stood out this year and showcased the heartfelt and humanising spirit of the in-house counsel leaders in the country was their emphasis on good leadership and team development. Many of the general counsel listed emphasised how resilience, in today’s uncertain environment, depends as much on people and company’s culture as it does on risk management.
It is, in fact, the human side of legal leadership that emerged as one of the strongest themes throughout my research. They have shared how they are building resilient legal teams, shaping organisational culture, and guiding their companies through complex generational and structural transitions. In this line, Ralvin Gross, legal director at Casa Brugal, observed how ‘in-house legal teams do not operate in isolation; they are deeply integrated into the fabric of the business. As such, fostering a strong organisational culture – one that prioritises employee well-being and actively cultivates talent – is essential. In times of instability, the most effective way to navigate legal challenges is through a motivated, skilled legal team with a deep understanding of the business.’
Another defining trend this year has been the rise of passion projects and inclusion initiatives, showing how across industries Dominican in-house lawyers are leveraging their influence to create lasting social impact through their legal work. Among the many powerful examples, Lluvia García, senior legal manager at EGE Haina, reflected on her work in the energy sector by ensuring her deep commitment ‘to promoting female leadership in the energy and oil and gas industry, a sector that is vital to global development yet one where women remain underrepresented. Recently, I had the honour of leading the launch of the Dominican Republic chapter of the Women’s Energy Network. As founding president, I am committed to building a strong and supportive community that connects, empowers, and elevates women in our sector.’
In sum, Dominican in-house counsel are proving that they are not only advisers but also architects of change, balancing legal acumen with vision, adaptability and, above all, humanity.
From the Legal 500 team, we would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all the outstanding professionals featured in this 2025 edition of the GC Powerlist: Dominican Republic. Their resilience, leadership, and humanity set a remarkable standard and example for the in-house community, and it has been a privilege to share their stories. We look forward to witnessing their continued impact in the years ahead.
Carmen Godoy Martin, Lead researcher: GC Powerlist Dominican Republic 2025
Legal 500 launched the fourth edition of the Bolivia GC Powerlist with aplomb in Santa Cruz, Bolivia on 1st October, marking our biggest and best rundown of the top corporate counsel in Bolivia to date. More than 100 of the finest legal minds in Bolivia were in attendance to meet, share best practice and celebrate the culmination of their hard work over many years.
The event enjoyed a heightened level of gravitas because of PPO Indacochea’s recent merger, which creates a legal Powerhouse in Bolivia that is well-placed to be perhaps the major player in the market for the foreseeable future.
Lindsay Sykes, Co-Managing Partner of PPO Indacochea, shared insights from her leadership in dispute resolution. Gabriela Cronenbold, Legal Director at Japan Tobacco International, reflected on the role of in-house counsel in navigating complex regulatory environments. Finally, Alonso Indacochea, Co-Managing Partner of PPO Indacochea, offered perspectives on Bolivia’s corporate and investment landscape.
The evening concluded with the presentation of certificates, networking, and an official group photo, capturing a memorable celebration of excellence, recognition, and collaboration in Bolivia’s legal community. The celebrations went long into the night, as old friends reconnected and new relationships were forged.
We look forward to our 2026 edition of the GC Powerlist Bolvia.
