Enrique De Marchena
DMK AbogadosDMK Abogados has a strong track record of assisting leading leisure and tourism companies in the Dominican Republic, including hotels, airlines, tour operators, theme parks and restaurants. Clients instruct the group on a broad range of mandates, including the application of tax exemptions, franchise projects, establishing timeshare products and obtaining related licences, and significant disputes. Following the departure of former practice co-head Patricia Guzmán in March 2022, Enrique De Marchena leads the group, and utilises his extensive background in the tourism industry to assist local and foreign investors. Iván García Elsevyf, who is head of the firm’s litigation department, is an important contact for contentious matters in the real estate sector.
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Key clients
- Corporación Aeroportuaria Del Este (CAE)
- Senator Hotels and Resort
- Marriot International
- Hyatt
- Sol Meliá International
- Aviation Group
- BOC Aviation
- Marriott Vacations Worldwide
- Intercontinental Hotel Group
Work highlights
- Representing Corporacion Aeroportuaria del Este (CAE) in an administrative appeal against the construction project of the Bavaro International Airport (AIB).
- Advised Senator Hotels & Resorts on day-to-day issues.
- Assisted Marriott International (and associated brands) with its expansion in the Dominican Republic.
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Enrique De Marchena