14
Nov
Can I get a Divorce in the Dominican Republic, even if I do not know my spouse’s address.
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A divorce is a formal dissolution of a marriage, and being unaware of the location or address of one of the spouses is a very common situation. Therefore, one of the most frequent questions in the matter is: Can I get a Divorce in the Dominican Republic, even if I do not know my Spouse’s Address? You […]
14
Nov
WHAT IS A K-1 VISA? A K-1 visa – also called a Fiancé Visa – allows the engaged partner of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States, as long as the couple gets married in no more than 90 days later. In this article, we will explain how to apply for a K1 visa. […]
13
Nov
We titled the article Trademark Classification in the Dominican Republic, explicitly to establish that the Classification of Marks is not based on countries, it is based on international classification. Registrations are made based on the “Nice Classification”, which is an international agreement. Currently, 83 States are party to the Nice Agreement. This classification is also […]
13
Nov
The institution responsible for the Registration of Trademarks in the Dominican Republic, is the National Office of Industrial Property (known in Spanish as ONAPI). This office manages everything related to the concession, maintenance and validity of the different types of Industrial Property (Patents for Invention, Utility Models, Registration of Industrial Designs and Distinctive Signs). The trademarks can be: […]
13
Nov
Requirements to establish a subsidiary or branch of a foreign company in the Dominican Republic.
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In this article, we will delineate the requirements and steps needed to establish a subsidiary in the Dominican Republic. Our laws allow businesses, companies and corporations created abroad to be established in the Dominican Republic. When a subsidiary or branch of a foreign entity is established, it is recognized in the Dominican Republic under the same: Business purpose. Trade […]
13
Nov
Knowing the process that must be followed to liquidate a company is a very relevant topic today. Once it is determined that a company will no longer have operational life, the most appropriate course of action is to dissolve and liquidate it through the corresponding institutions, which are: The corresponding Chamber of Commerce in the Dominican Republic. The Department of […]
11
Nov
Our legislation recognizes two different methods of acknowledgement of paternity, the method to use is contingent on the details of each case. The different methods of Acknowledgement of Paternity are: A) Voluntary. B) Judicial. A voluntary acknowledgement of paternity in the Dominican Republic is the process or act, performed by the father directly. Some of its features […]
11
Nov
The process and events that lead to a Challenge of Paternity are extremely sensitive, due to their specialization and the emotional burden they cause for a particular family. Family Law matters are emotionally and socially charged, by virtue of causing changes in the life of individuals and their family core, specially when it comes to paternity or maternity challenges. […]
11
Nov
A division of assets is a process that can take place during and after divorce proceedings. Due to its nature, this is a recurring topic in our Dominican legislation. This division of property can be done amicably or judicially, by a specialized court with jurisdiction. We would like to remind you that a marriage bond is severed with […]
11
Nov
Mergers and excisions are business restructuring processes. Mergers are total, but excisions can be partial or total. In this constant emergence of opportunities and growth for companies, businesses and corporations in the Dominican Republic, merging and acquiring business entities is a sought-after process in the corporate and commercial market in the Dominican Republic. Therefore, this piece will refer to how to carry out […]