Yes, you may be able to get divorced in the Dominican Republic even if you do not know where your spouse is. Learn how the process works and what legal steps are required.


Yes, you may be able to get divorced in the Dominican Republic even if you do not know where your spouse is. Learn how the process works and what legal steps are required.

Many people purchase land or property in the Dominican Republic without fully understanding whether that asset has been properly individualized. This is where a key legal concept comes into play: the deslinde (land surveying process).
Continue reading “WHAT IS LAND SURVEYING (DESLINDE) OF A PROPERTY IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC?” →

In the financial and legal world, there is a common mistake that can cost time, money, and peace of mind: assuming that all debts should be handled the same way. The reality is very different.
Continue reading “Debt Management: Every Financial Obligation Requires a Specific Strategy” →

Many people believe that once the divorce is signed, everything ends there. But the reality is different. There are processes that remain open and, if not handled in time, can lead to legal conflicts later on.

Owning a vessel in the Dominican Republic is not only an investment, it also involves legal risks that many people are unaware of… until it is too late.

Imagine opening your bank account and realizing you can’t use your money. You can’t withdraw, transfer, or make any transactions. This happens when a bank account is frozen (seized), a situation more common than many people think in the Dominican Republic.

For many people, changing their last name sounds like a personal decision.
Something simple. Something that should depend only on what you want.
But in the Dominican Republic… it doesn’t work that way.

When people talk about child support, many believe it is a simple matter… until they have to face it themselves.
In practice, it is one of the most common conflicts in family law. Not necessarily because people intend to do things wrong, but because they are not clear about their obligations, what they can demand, or the consequences they may face.

At Santana Ripoll & Assoc., one of the most common questions we receive is:
Can I travel with my child without the other parent’s permission?

Buying your first home is a dream, but many people realize too late that obtaining a mortgage can turn into a path full of surprises and legal obstacles.
What happens if the bank changes conditions without notifying you? Or if charges appear that were never clearly explained? Continue reading “Your rights as a borrower: don’t sign a mortgage without knowing this.” →