Trial Attorney Mexico

Your Attorney in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur

Lic. Jorge Iván Domínguez Castro provides legal services in civil and commercial litigation throughout Mexico. The firm also offers specialized counsel on real estate investment, development, and other commercial transactions in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, catering to both foreign and domestic clients.

What is the process of litigation like in Mexico?

Litigation in Mexico presents a complex a time-consuming challenge, as the country is yet to develop a robust rule of law and respect for public institutions. Court proceedings are still strongly characterized by written protocols rather than actual public hearings and verbal argumentation. However, recent legal reforms gradually introduced oral proceedings, as well online platforms that facilitate virtual case file management, scheduling court proceedings, filing writs online and even holding hearings virtually. These advancements have effectively enhanced court work efficiency nationwide while lowering costs of litigation for the public.

Why hire a lawyer for real estate closings over a settlement company?

Hiring a lawyer for real estate closings instead of a settlement company can provide several advantages. A lawyer brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal intricacies involved in property transactions, ensuring that all documents are correctly prepared and legally binding. They can offer personalized advice tailored to your specific situation, identify potential legal issues, and resolve disputes that may arise during the process. Lawyers can also provide a more thorough review of contracts and negotiate terms to better protect your interests. In complex transactions, having a legal professional can offer peace of mind, knowing that an experienced advocate is safeguarding your rights throughout the closing process.

LIC. JORGE IVÁN DOMÍNGUEZ CASTRO

TRIAL ATTORNEY
LICENSE NO. 11930224
ITESM MONTERREY

PERSONAL PROFILE
Jorge was born and raised in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, México; he earned his law degree from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM) in Monterrey, Nuevo León; he is also a certified Bank and Finance specialist from the Instituto de Estudios Bursátiles affiliated with the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, España. Since 2019, his legal practice has been focused on civil and commercial litigation, as well as advising foreign and domestic based clients particularly over real estate investment, development and other commercial transactions in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur.

Languages: English and Spanish.

LEGAL SERVICES

REPRESENTATION

We represent foreign and domestic privately-owned companies & business-owners at all stages of legal proceedings, including the constitutional injunction trial (juicio de amparo), mainly in matters related to real estate and commercial operations.

CIVIL

Real estate ownership dispute resolution.
Condominium and Homeowner Association disputes.
Property damages and personal injury.
Real estate boundary delimitation proceedings.

COMMERCIAL

Real estate purchase and sell disputes.
Commercial real estate leasing disputes.
Enforcement of credit instruments.
Shareholder and Management dispute resolution.
Judicial and Extra Judicial Debt Collection.
Loans and mortgages.
Commercial Bonds.
Insurance claims and dispute resolution.

CRIMINAL

Criminal offences related to property such as theft and fraud.
Pre-trial dispute resolution.
Property damages and personal injury.

ADMINISTRATIVE

Administrative proceedings regarding urban development.
Construction license suspension or termination.
Commercial establishment closure or suspensions.
Filing for annulment of administrative acts with the Federal Court of Administrative Justice (Tribunal Federal de Justicia Administrativa)

TAX

Litigation related to federal, state and municipal taxes.
Tax and penalty enforcement litigation and appeals

CONSULTATION

We regularly advise local and foreign business-owners in Los Cabos throughout the legal process behind their commercial operations, striving to provide efficient solutions at all times.

CIVIL

Review and drafting of civil agreements.
Official translation of legal documents and foreign document apostille.
Civil partnerships and non-profit organizations.
Notary and public property registry proceedings.

COMMERCIAL

Review and drafting of all kind of commercial agreements.
Terms and conditions for product or service distribution.
Opening of subsidiaries or branch offices of foreign companies.
Design of legal frameworks for business operations.
Negotiation of commercial agreements for transportation.
International trade convention regulations.
Tax and financial regulations.

REAL ESTATE

Legal management of real estate development operations for the tourist, residential and commercial sectors.
Advice on real estate purchase and sale operations.
Condominium incorporation and management, homeowner associations.
Construction license and local authorizations.
Trusts for real estate development.
Real estate property legalization.
Zoning and land use.

CORPORATE

Company incorporation and joint ventures.
Corporate record-keeping.
Shareholder agreements.
Shareholder and management meetings.
Transfer of shares or equity.
Capital increases.
Company liquidation.
Powers of attorney.
Non-disclosure agreements.
Anti-corruption corporate policies
Foreign investment compliance.
Execution of internal audits to verify compliance with applicable regulations.
Design of internal policies to prevent the company’s liability for the commission of a crime or any breach of applicable law.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND TRADEMARK LAW

Legal advice over industrial property and copyright law.
Trademark registration, transfer of rights and related agreements.
Proceedings with the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (Instituto Mexicano de la Propiedad Industrial) and the National Copyright Institute (Instituto Nacional del Derecho de Autor).

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

Environmental agency construction, earth-moving and weeding authorizations.
Pollution prevention and control regulation.
Waste management regulation.
Administrative proceedings with local and federal environmental agencies.

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Represented one of Mexico’s largest insurance companies as a regional legal representative in consumer claim proceedings with the National Commission for the Defense and Protection of Financial Services Users (CONDUSEF)
Successfully regained legal possession of numerous commercial properties through the new special lease dispute trial in Baja California Sur (Juicio especial de controversias de arrendamiento inmobiliario)
Defended a privately-owned company in a $2.5 million USD claim to enforce a construction agreement performance bond, achieving the release of all liens on the client’s real property.
Represented a multinational luxury hotel and resort corporation in a criminal trial against a former employee who engaged in an extortion scam, threatening hotel guests to obtain money and tarnish his former employer’s reputation.
Represented a high-net-worth individual in a criminal trial concerning the theft of a luxury vehicle in Los Cabos, successfully recovering the vehicle.
Provides ongoing counsel to a privately-owned real estate development company throughout all phases of luxury-home construction and sale operations in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur.
Recovered over $500,000 USD through pre-trial debt collection services for outstanding condominium maintenance fees for the HOA of a luxury residential development in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur.

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