Jiménez Peña‘s litigation practice is highly regarded for handling of a wide range of commercial, civil, and regulatory disputes before all levels of Dominican courts. The firm represents local and international clients in complex foreclosure, civil liability, shareholder, and distribution-related claims, and has a strong track record in employment litigation and cross-border disputes. Founding partner Marcos Peña Rodríguez handles litigation and arbitration proceedings with a focus on economic regulation, energy, project finance and government-related claims. Rosa (Lisa) Díaz heads up the litigation department and represents clients in civil and commercial cases, including contractual disputes, corporate conflicts, debt collection litigation and real estate issues. Díaz is supported by Laura Medina Acosta, who focuses on commercial litigation, and senior associate Víctor Santana.
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- 'The Jimenez Peña team is extremely professional, available, and takes the time to explain in detail how to proceed in each case.'
- 'It is an extremely specialised team that is capable of providing you with an extremely precise and clear picture of the dispute in question.'
- 'The availability, professionalism, and knowledge of the country's air transport regulations, as well as labour and commercial law, stands out.'
Key clients
- Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Latin America
- AIC International Investments
- Asociación Popular de Ahorros y Préstamos
- Washington Nationals Baseball Club
- Eaton Corporation
- DHL
- Alstom Group
- Frito Lay Dominicana
- American Airlines
- Promociones e Inversiones Geranio (Sirenis Group)
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Practice head
Marcos Peña Rodríguez; Rosa (Lisa) Díaz; Laura Medina Acosta