Polibio Valenzuela
Partner
ECIJA DVMS
More informationECIJA DVMS is noted for its wide-ranging international client base, which includes banks and wealth management companies, and so is well equipped to take on cross-border mandates, with particular strength in trusts and project finance. At the head of the practice, the ‘excellent’ Polibio Valenzuela is highlighted for his ‘knowledge of the industry’ and experience of representing both lenders and borrowers, and Christian Molina is a key name for the structuring of trusts. Gabriel Dejarden stands out for cross-border transactions and corporate finance. Senior associate Erika Gomez provides capable support.
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Testimonials
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- 'They have a highly committed team with a synergy that enhances the service they offer their clients.'
- 'The understanding they have of their client's transactions is excellent.'
- 'The lawyers are very prepared to deal with the issues or needs that we have had, and they offer us a quality service which makes us feel confident in their recommendations or proposals. In addition, we have had the good experience of being able to contact them without any problems in difficult situations or moments that have required a quick response.'
- 'The team has a lot of industry knowledge, and they give practical solutions to complex issues.'
- 'Polibio Valenzuela is an excellent lawyer and demonstrates his knowledge of the industry at all times. Erika Gómez is very attentive to detail.'
- 'The lawyers provide an attentive, rapid and personalised service.'
- 'They are interested in getting to know in depth the needs of the parties prior to issuing their legal opinions. Christian Molina is a reliable legal adviser - he has extensive experience and makes us feel safe through his advice.'
Key clients
- TC Latin American Partners
- CCI Puesto de Bolsa
- Grupo Ramos
- Panac Hotels Dominicana
- Ministerio de Vivienda y Edificaciones (Ministry of Housing and Construction)
- Fiduciaria Reservas
- Asset Wealth Management
- Asociación de Fiduciarias Dominicanas
- ING Bank
- Italbank International
- Oikocredit Ecumenical Development Cooperative Society
- Bancaribe International Bank
- Central American Bank for Economic Integration
- PDC Capital
- Elliott Management Corporation
- The OPEC Fund for International Development
Work highlights
- Assisted the Ministry of Housing and Construction with the structuring of a public trust for the contracting, development and financing of over 7,500 low-income homes with an investment of over $350m.
- Assisting Perla del Sur Investment Group with all financing aspects related to the construction and development of the Perla del Sur hotel in Barahona.
- Advised TC Latin America Partners on incorporating and obtaining regulatory authorisation to operate as an investment fund manager in the Dominican Republic.
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Practice head
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Polibio Valenzuela, Christian Molina