Guzmán Ariza‘s corporate practice has a strong presence in the Dominican Republic, with Fabio J. Guzmán Saladín leading a team in Santo Domingo, while Alfredo Guzmán Saladín operates out of Punta Cana; the former leads the corporate M&A department and the latter excels in the tourism industry. The dual presence allows the firm to represent a breadth of Dominican clients across various locations on the island, as well as multinational investors. The firm’s lawyers have strong knowledge of private-public partnerships, public tenders and public procurement issues, which, combined with the group's strength in project finance matters, gives the team a notable presence in the construction, real estate and energy sectors. Pamela Benzan Arbaje and Alberto Reyes are further key names in the team.
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'Guzmán Ariza is a great choice if you’re looking for a law firm with deep local expertise and a strong presence across the Dominican Republic. Their team is highly professional, multilingual, and well-versed in everything from corporate law and real estate to dispute resolution. What really sets them apart is their client-focused approach—they’re easy to communicate with, tech-savvy, and genuinely committed to diversity and inclusion.’
‘The team at Guzmán Ariza is not just knowledgeable but also incredibly responsive and client-focused. They take the time to understand your needs and provide clear, practical solutions. Their lawyers are not only experts in their fields but also approachable and easy to work with. Partners stand out for their deep expertise and dedication, always going the extra mile to ensure the best outcome. Compared to other firms, their personalised approach and local insight make a real difference.’
Key clients
- TOTE Logistics
- Metrobank/Global Bank Corporation
- Forest Estates Silva
- Kalpataru Group
- CIFA
- Farmaconal
- Orica Dominicana
- HID Global CID
- Knauf – USG Latam
- Rep1 Baseball
- GeBBS Healthcare Solutions
- Likewize
Work highlights
Advised Metrobank and Global Bank Corporation, both Panamanian banks, together with the Reserve Bank of the Dominican Republic, Banco de Servicios Múltiples, on a syndicated credit facility for up to $60m for the development of a photovoltaic project called Washington Capital Solar Park 3.
Provided legal assistance for the acquisition of a free zone company established in the Dominican Republic.
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Practice head
Fabio J. Guzmán Saladín; Alfredo Guzmán Saladín