Pellerano & Herrera‘s dispute resolution practice remains the first port of call for plaintiffs and defendants in high-profile criminal cases – something which is reflected by its representation of former Red Sox baseball player David Ortiz in ongoing criminal and civil proceedings – and also stands out for its strength in shareholder disputes, distribution-related litigation, and administrative and tax cases. At the head of the practice, Vitelio Mejía Ortiz has a wealth of experience in litigation (with significant expertise in tax and sports-related disputes) and Lucy Objío is a key name for commercial, criminal and labour litigation. Sheila Oviedo, who was promoted to partner in April 2023, and senior associate Yolemny Cruz are also skilled in the full range of litigation.
Key clients
- David “Big Papi” Ortiz
- Uber Technologies
- Wartsila North America
- Seguros Universal
- Bayer
- Magna Motors
- Expeditors International
- JetBlue Airways
- Subway International
- Hard Rock International
Work highlights
- Represented Wartsila in a lawsuit filed by local plaintiff Alesca, seeking $3m for brokerage services provided during the construction of two power generation plants.
- Acting for David Ortiz, a former Red Sox baseball player, in criminal proceedings after he was shot and severely wounded while at a bar in Santo Domingo.
- Defending US shipping company Expeditors International and its Dominican subsidiary in a lawsuit brought by their former local agent seeking damages for the early termination of a contract.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Vitelio Mejía Ortiz, Lucy Objío