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Intellectual Property in the Dominican Republic: Legal guide to protecting Trademarks, Patents, and Copyrights
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing intellectual property in the Dominican Republic, aimed at guiding entrepreneurs, creators, and businesses—both local and international—on how to effectively protect their intangible assets. It outlines the main protection mechanisms
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Invention Patents, Utility Models, and Industrial Designs: How to Protect Innovations in the Dominican Republic
Protecting innovations is essential to fostering creativity, investment, and competitiveness in the marketplace. In the Dominican Republic, Law No. 20-00 on Industrial Property establishes various legal mechanisms to protect inventions and designs. These mechanisms include invention patents, utility models, and
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Tax withholding in the Dominican Republic: A complete guide by tax type for businesses and professionals
Tax withholding or retention is a key tool in the Dominican tax system that allows the tax authority, General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII), to ensure the early collection of taxes, both in local and international transactions. Understanding how withholdings
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"Pellerano & Herrera is on top of the legal developments in the local labour and employment area. Its lawyers offer precise and practical advice that captures nuances specific to the country."
"Domestic powerhouse with a recognised labour team handling a wide range of matters, including collective bargaining agreements, termination of employment contracts and social security issues. Also adept in representing clients in litigation proceedings relating to claims filed by employees or unions."
"Pellerano & Herrera is the benchmark that I use to evaluate the other Latin American law firms: very professional, very knowledgeable, very assertive, very accurate and to the point in their opinions, very concerned with clients‟ interests, both professionally and ethically. Their fee proposals are always very clear, and they are very careful in the execution of approved budgets. I am very happy relying on them; as far as I am concerned, they are the only law firm in the Dominican Republic."
"The team has vast knowledge when it comes to corporate matters, and they are always up to date with changes to the laws of the Dominican Republic. This allows them to advise their clients in a proactive manner, mitigating their legal risks."
