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Trust, experience, and results. Legiscorp, your law firm specialized in over 25 areas of law in El Salvador.

Our Areas of Specialization

+20 years

of experience

+25 areas

of expertise

We invite you to explore all the areas in which we can assist you. Our team of lawyers is specialized in various branches of law, such as civil, criminal, labor, family, commercial, and corporate law. Whatever your legal needs may be, we are here to listen, guide, and find the best solution together.

Our firm, within the context of the growth of international trade driven by the country’s participation in international treaties and foreign trade mechanisms, has specialized in assisting our clients in obtaining benefits from import and manufacturing programs, while also providing advice on customs procedures. We have extensive experience with Free Trade Agreements, especially with the United States.

We also provide legal services for maquiladora companies and free trade zones, including obtaining government benefits, as well as assistance in corporate, real estate, labor, and tax matters, among others.

Legal Services Related to the Area Customs and International Trade:

  1. Regulatory Compliance:Advisory on compliance with applicable regulations and standards for foreign trade operations.
  2. Tariff Classification and Valuation of Goods: Consulting on correct tariff classification and valuation of goods.
  3. Customs Regimes: Advisory on the proper application of various customs regimes and fiscal facilities.
  4. Legal Defense: Legal representation before tax and customs authorities in cases of tax liabilities, fines, and adverse rulings.
  5. Tramitación de Beneficios Aduaneros: Management and obtaining of tax and customs benefits to maximize legal advantages.
  6. Training: Training and development for companies and staff in areas related to logistics, transportation, and customs operations.
  7. Tax Audits and Consulting: Tax audits and consulting to ensure compliance and optimization of tax and customs obligations.
  8. Technical and Legal Consulting: Technical and legal consulting services to resolve issues related to product valuation, patents, and additional costs in freight and international transport.
  9. Streamlining Procedures: Assistance in simplifying and speeding up administrative procedures for foreign trade.

Our firm has a specialized unit in aviation law, providing advice on aircraft leasing, acquisitions, registrations, and financing, as well as on transportation contracts and corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.
 
Legal services related to the aeronautical and civil aviation sector:
  1. Aviation Regulatory Compliance: Advisory on compliance with national and international regulations in civil aviation.
  2. Aircraft Certification and Licenses: Assistance in processing certifications and aviation licenses for aircraft and personnel.
  3. Aviation Contracts and Agreements: Drafting and reviewing lease contracts, aircraft purchase-sale agreements, and cooperation agreements.
  4. Aviation Legal Defense and Litigation: Legal representation in disputes, litigation, and administrative proceedings before the Civil Aviation Authority.
  5. Operational Safety: Audits and advisory services in the design of operational safety management systems for airlines and airport operators.
  6. Regulation of Tariffs and Services: Support in the regulation and establishment of airfares and necessary permits.
  7. Regulation of Tariffs and Services: Support in the regulation and establishment of airfares and necessary permits.

We have had great success challenging administrative laws that restrict our clients' activities through the amparo trial, a sophisticated constitutional process.
 
 

Services related to Amparos:

  1. Filing of Amparos: Preparation, submission, and follow-up of amparo claims.
  2. Legal Defense in Amparos: Legal representation before the judicial authority in amparo proceedings.
  3. Consultancy in Constitutional Rights: Advice on the interpretation and application of rights contained in the Constitution.
  4. Audit of Administrative Acts: Evaluation of the legality of administrative acts that may be subject to protection.

Services related to Administrative Procedures:

  1. Advisory in Administrative Actions: Support in compliance with regulations and administrative procedures.
  2. Defensa en Procedimientos Administrativos: Representación legal ante autoridades administrativas.
  3. Management of Administrative Resources: Processing of administrative resources such as replacements, revocations, and appeals.
  4. Cumplimiento de Leyes y Reglamentos: Aseguramiento del cumplimiento de leyes y reglamentos administrativos.
  5. Audit of Procedures: Review and audit of all internal administrative procedures to ensure their proper execution.

The experience of the members of the firm as arbitrators and party attorneys involves commercial arbitrations between Salvadoran companies, between Salvadoran and foreign companies, and exclusively between foreign companies. In the handling of these procedures, the necessary knowledge and sophistication are available to apply the Arbitration Rules most widely used both locally and internationally, such as the Rules of the Mediation and Arbitration Center of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of El Salvador, the Arbitration Rules of the International Chamber of Commerce, and those of the American Arbitration Association, among others.
 
 
Legal services related to commercial arbitration, both national and international:
 
  1. Legal Representation in Arbitration: Representation and defense of clients in arbitral proceedings before national and international bodies.
  2. Representación Legal en Arbitrajes: Representación y defensa de clientes en procesos arbitrales administrativos ante organismos nacionales e internacionales.
  3. Drafting of Arbitration Clauses: Advisory and drafting of arbitration clauses in commercial contracts to prevent future disputes.
  4. Coordination of Ad Hoc and Institutional Arbitrations: Management and coordination of ad hoc and institutional arbitrations, adapting to the specific needs of the parties.
  5. Enforcement of Arbitral Awards: Assistance in the enforcement of arbitral awards in accordance with the New York Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards.
  6. Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution: Mediation services and other alternative dispute resolution methods to avoid litigation.

Our attorneys have extensive experience in banking and financial regulation, supported by practical knowledge and continuous study. This has enabled us to build strong relationships with Salvadoran financial authorities, benefiting our clients. LegisCorp offers high-quality, efficient financial legal advisory services to both Salvadoran and foreign companies, specializing in the planning, negotiation, and structuring of all types of financial transactions and debt restructurings.

We assist creditors and debtors in securing their credits and maintaining long-term financial viability, preserving their assets and investments. Additionally, we have developed an area dedicated to conducting corporate and credit audit programs for individual or collective debtors, both national and international. We design guarantee structures to ensure compliance with Salvadoran authorities.

We also provide advisory services in the structuring, design, and implementation of all types of guarantee schemes, as well as administrative procedures before Salvadoran authorities to ensure the proper execution of each operation.

Banking Legal Services:

  1. Banking Regulation and Compliance: Advisory services on compliance with local and international regulations affecting the banking system.
  2. Legal Representation: Representation in litigation and regulatory processes before financial supervisory entities.
  3. Legal Representation: Representation in litigation and regulatory processes before financial supervisory entities.
  4. Financial Contracts: Drafting and reviewing of banking and financial contracts.
  5. Project Financing: Advisory in the structuring and negotiation of project financings.
Municipal Financial Legal Services:
  1. Consultancy in Municipal Debt: Advisory in the management of debt and financing of municipal projects.
  2. Regulación Financiera Municipal: Asistencia en el cumplimiento de la legislación y normativas fiscales y financieras municipales.
  3. Management of Funds and Grants: Support in the management and acquisition of funds and grants for municipal projects.
  4. Organization and Financial Restructuring: Advisory on the organization and financial restructuring of municipal entities to optimize their resources
  5. Financial Organization and Restructuring:: Advisory on the organization and financial restructuring of municipal entities to optimize their resources.

We also provide advisory services in the structuring, design, and implementation of all types of guarantee schemes, as well as administrative procedures before Salvadoran authorities to ensure the proper execution of each operation.


We advise brokerage firms on organization, legal structure, and investor relations; additionally, we have conducted external legal audits and provided guidance on the implementation of internal corrective measures, as well as on the structuring and implementation of corporate financing.

 

También ofrecemos:

  • Advisory services for issuers and investors regarding debt issuance and equity instruments.
  • Inscripción, registro, modificación y des-inscripción de emisiones de valores de oferta pública, tanto accionarios como de valores de deuda.
  • Registration, enrollment, and deregistration of brokerage firms, custodial entities, and investment fund management companies.
  • Registration, enrollment, modification, and deregistration of investment funds, including real estate and project development funds.
  • Design of structures and financing vehicles for public and private offerings.
  • Advisory services for the execution of operations, portfolio management, and investment advisory.
  • Mergers and acquisitions processes of regulated entities, including public tender offers (PTO) and due diligence procedures.
  • Legal advisory on regulatory matters, compliance with periodic information obligations, and reporting of regulated entities.
  • Direction and representation in disciplinary processes before the Regulator, mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and judicial processes of regulated entities.
  • Management and monitoring of asset securitization processes.

 

Legal services related to the securities market:

 

  1. Securities Regulatory Compliance: Advisory and consulting services on compliance with local and international regulations.
  2. Representation in Regulatory Proceedings: Representation before regulatory entities such as the Superintendency of the Financial System.
  3. Issuance and Placement of Securities: Legal assistance in the issuance, placement, and trading of securities in the stock market.
  4. Securities Contracts: Drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts related to stock market operations.
  5. Legal Audit and Due Diligence: Conducting legal audits to ensure transparency and compliance with securities regulations.
  6. Investment Advisory: Consulting services for the structuring of investment portfolios and risk management.
  7. Securities Dispute Resolution: Mediation and arbitration in disputes arising from securities transactions.

Our firm has played a crucial role in representing clients in merger and acquisition notifications before the Competition Superintendence and in litigation against this entity.
We provide advisory services on complaints of monopolistic practices and prohibited concentrations, and have successfully challenged resolutions from the Superintendence through amparo lawsuits when they do not meet the established legal requirements.
 
Legal Services Related to the Area of Economic Competition:
 
  1. Advice for Economic Concentration Authorization: Services focused on mergers, acquisitions, integrations, or business combinations.
  2. Consulting and Representation in Anticompetitive Practices Complaints: Assistance in filing complaints and professional representation in cases of such practices.
  3. Filing of Appeals: Legal assistance in filing legal appeals in cases of competition-related disputes.
  4. Legal Consultancy and Support in Negotiation Processes: Assistance during negotiation processes between companies to ensure compliance with competition laws.
  5. Request for Authorization before the Competition Superintendence: Assistance in submitting authorization requests to the Competition Superintendence in accordance with the Competition Law.

Our team specialized in tax matters offers consulting and representation in administrative procedures and litigation before the Appeals Court of the Ministry of Finance.
We stand out in the international tax area, understanding the accrual and payment of taxes by Salvadoran and foreign corporations and individuals, as well as the interpretation of Treaties to avoid Double Taxation.
We have obtained favorable resolutions from tax authorities and collaborate on legal strategies for mergers, acquisitions, and financing, among other specialties.
 
Legal Services Related to Tax Consultancy and Litigation:
 
  1. Tax Advisory: Consulting services on compliance with tax obligations.
  2. Tax Planning: Strategies to optimize the tax burden within the legal framework.
  3. Legal Defense in Tax Proceedings: Representation before tax authorities in the event of audits or inspections.
  4. Tax Litigation: Defense in court in cases of tax disputes.
  5. Binding Rulings: Advice on tax decisions that eliminate tax uncertainties.
  6. Tax Risk Audit: Evaluation of tax risks to prevent future contingencies.
  7. Tax Credit Recovery: Assistance in the recovery of tax credits.
  8. Customs Adjustment Advisory: Assistance with adjustments made by customs authorities.

Our firm specializes in the preparation and negotiation of commercial contracts, ensuring that our clients' requirements are legally documented and their interests are protected.
Complementamos nuestra asesoría en fusiones, adquisiciones y contratos, abarcando áreas como competencia económica, estrategias fiscales y protección y cumplimiento de derechos del consumidor o de actividades mercantiles reguladas.
 
Our lawyers have extensive experience and are well-versed in negotiation practices and drafting skills to ensure that the business requirements of our clients are creatively and legally solidly reflected in commercial contracts, aligning with their expectations and fully protecting their interests.

"A full range of legal services for your business needs!"
 
 
Legal services related to commercial contracts:
 
  1. Drafting and Review of Contracts: Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts to ensure compliance with laws and protect your interests.
  2. Contract Negotiation: Assistance in negotiating the terms and conditions of commercial contracts.
  3. Resolution of Contractual Disputes: Representation in resolving conflicts arising from commercial contracts, whether through arbitration, mediation, or litigation.
  4. Due Diligence Contractual: Evaluación de contratos en procesos de due diligence para identificar riesgos y oportunidades.
  5. Legal Opinions: Providing expert legal opinions on various matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and offering guidance on complex legal issues.
  6. Distribution and Agency Contracts: Advice on the drafting and execution of distribution and agency contracts.
  7. Contract Audit and Compliance: Auditing contracts to ensure compliance with all contractual obligations.
  8. International Contracts: Assistance in the drafting and compliance of international commercial contracts.
  9. Smart Contracts Implementation: Advisory on the implementation of smart contracts using blockchain technology.

We have extensive experience in corporate structure planning, company formation, and the preparation of shareholder agreements.
A lo largo de nuestros años de experiencia, hemos trabajado con importantes grupos financieros e industriales, tanto locales como extranjeros, en reestructuraciones corporativas, estructuraciones de financiamiento y expansión.
 
In addition, we manage daily corporate matters, acting as secretaries, auditors, and members of various boards of directors.
 
We provide support in the management of books, documentation, and shareholder records, but most importantly, we base our actions on compliance with Salvadoran legislation.
We specialize in the practice of legal audits and the evaluation of the current business situation, identifying risks and opportunities, creating procedures to ensure legal compliance, and optimizing corporate practices.
 
 
Legal services related to the corporate sector:
 
  1. Company Formation: Advice and management in the creation of new companies and businesses.
  2. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Advice on merger, acquisition, and business integration processes.
  3. Business Restructuring: Advice on business restructuring processes to optimize operations and improve financial performance.
  4. Intellectual Property: Registration and protection of trademarks, patents, copyrights, and other intellectual property aspects.
  5. Transfer of Personnel and Corporate Collection: Management of personnel transfer processes and collections at the corporate level.
  6. Regulatory Compliance: Asesoría para asegurar que la empresa cumpla con la regulación vigente.
  7. Corporate Contracts: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating corporate contracts.
  8. Legal Audit: Evaluation of legal documentation and compliance with legal obligations.
  9. Advisory on Anti-Money Laundering Law: Consultancy to comply with anti-money laundering regulations.
  10. Due Diligence: Detailed evaluation of companies in processes of acquisition, merger, or investment.

Our firm has distinguished notaries who can authorize a variety of legal instruments. Among the services we offer are:

  • Authenticated Documents
  • General Powers: Judicial, Administrative, and Special
  • Notarial Acts and Affidavits
  • Compra Venta de Inmuebles
  • Assignment of Inheritance Rights
  • Procedures for Acceptance of Inheritance
  • Wills
  • Donations
  • Acknowledgment of Children
  • Vehicle Purchase and Sale
  • Personal Identity Procedure
  • Formation of Commercial Companies

 

As well as any type of document or notarial procedures

Legal services related to notarial proceedings:

 

  1. Deed of Acts and Contracts: Formalization of documents such as property sales, mortgages, donations, among others.
  2. Wills and Inheritances: Drafting of wills and advisory in inheritance processes.
  3. Wills and Inheritances: Drafting of wills and advisory in inheritance processes.
  4. Voluntary Jurisdiction Proceedings: Notarial actions in cases where there is no legal dispute.
  5. Document Authentication: Certification of copies and important documents.
  6. Notarization of International Documents: Assistance in the legalization of documents for use abroad.
  7. Certifications and Minutes: Drafting and certification of various notarial minutes.
  8. Articles of Incorporation: Formalization of the creation of companies.
  9. Document Translation Procedures: Translation and validation of official documents.
  10. Vehicle Purchase and Sale: Notarization of vehicle transactions.

Our law firm offers various types of professional services to assist or advise you in different family situations, depending on the issue at hand.


Based on our professional experience and considering the applicable legal framework, we will outline the plan or course of action to follow in order to resolve the consulted family conflict in the best possible way.

 

According to the laws of El Salvador, we can represent you in family-related issues. In this regard, we can promote:

  • Protection measures in cases of Domestic Violence
  • Child support process for sons or daughters.

  • Spousal support process.

  • Process of child custody.

  • Process to reactivate relationships and interactions between parents and children.

  • Process of modifying food support rulings, child custody and visitation arrangements, among others.

  • Process of loss or suspension of parental authority.

  • Process of judicial declaration of non-marital union.

  • Process of divorce by separation.

  • Process of divorce due to intolerable life.

    • (Within the two previous processes, a compensatory pension and/or special child support may be requested, if the case warrants it).

  • Dissolution and Liquidation of the Marital Property Regime:
    • a. Deferred Community
    • b. Participation in Profits

 

Additionally, we carry out voluntary jurisdiction proceedings, non-contentious before the courts, among others:

    • Rectification of birth certificates.
    • Divorce agreement by mutual consent.
    • Agreement on the personal care of children.
  • Adoption Process:
    • a. Adoption of children under 18 years old
    • b. Adoption of adults
    • c. Adoption of the spouse's child

 

Legal Services Related to Family Law:

 

  1. Divorces: Advisory and representation in divorce cases, including by mutual consent and absolute separation.
  2. Child Custody: Legal assistance in custody processes, visitation rights, and parental authority.
  3. Pensiones alimenticias: Soluciones legales para la obtención, modificación y cese de pensiones alimenticias para menores y mayores.
  4. Child Custody: Legal assistance in custody processes, visitation rights, and parental authority.
  5. Property Regimes: Advice on the planning and liquidation of marital economic regimes.
  6. Wills and Inheritances: Consultancy and management in the preparation of wills and the processing of inheritances.
  7. Exit permits for minors.Legal assistance to obtain exit permits for minors.
  8. Recognition of Paternity: Legal services for the recognition of paternity.: Legal services for the recognition of paternity.
  9. Marriages and Common-law Unions: Legal advice on the formalization and resolution of marriages and common-law unions.
  10. Marriages and Common-law Unions: Legal advice on the formalization and resolution of marriages and common-law unions.
Our firm is made up of a team of lawyers with extensive knowledge and experience in handling mergers and acquisitions
 
Our team of highly qualified specialists provides comprehensive service to our clients who wish to merge with or acquire other companies in El Salvador or abroad.
In this regard, we provide advice on large-scale mergers, restructuring transactions, joint ventures, private equity investments, asset acquisitions, and spin-offs, among others.
 

Legal Services Related to Mergers and Acquisitions:

 

  1. Initial Consulting and Advisory: Orientation and planning services to assess the feasibility of a merger or acquisition.
  2. Transaction Structuring: Advisory on structuring the purchase or merger, including financial, legal, and tax aspects.
  3. Due Diligence: Conducting detailed legal and financial audits to identify risks and opportunities in the transaction.
  4. Negotiation and Drafting of Contracts: Drafting and negotiating merger, acquisition, sale agreements, and other related legal documents.
  5. Obtaining Permits and Authorizations: Management of the permits required from the competent authorities to carry out the transaction.
  6. Post-Merger Integration: Advisory in the process of integrating companies after a merger or acquisition, ensuring an orderly and efficient transition.
  7. Dispute Resolution: Representation and resolution of potential conflicts arising from the merger or acquisition, through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.
  8. Hostile Takeover Advisory and Defense: Consulting and strategies for executing or defending against hostile takeovers.



We specialize in the acquisition and financing of commercial, industrial, and residential real estate projects.
Contamos con experiencia en negociación, estructuración, registro y certificación de convenios.
 
We have extensive experience in establishing condominium property regimes and similar arrangements, as well as experience in advising on the acquisition of related government licenses and permits, such as land use, construction, or urban development licenses, among others.

We also advise on leases for offices, warehouses, and residences for international clients.
 

Legal Services Related to the Area área inmobiliaria:

 

  1. Real Estate Transactions: Advisory on the purchase and sale of properties, including drafting and reviewing contracts.
  2. Real Estate Due Diligence: Legal and technical evaluation of the property's status, including analysis of titles, liens, and other legal aspects.
  3. Real Estate Due Diligence: Legal and technical evaluation of the property's status, including analysis of titles, liens, and other legal aspects.
  4. Property Regularization: Advisory on property regularization processes, such as the registration of real estate in the relevant registry.
  5. Real Estate Project Development: Legal support throughout the real estate project development process, including permits, licenses, and regulatory compliance.
  6. Real Estate Litigation: Representation in legal disputes related to properties and real estate transactions.
  7. Construction ContractsDrafting and negotiation of construction contracts and supervision of works.
  8. Horizontal PropertyAdvisory on the establishment and management of horizontal property, including the drafting of co-ownership regulations.
  9. Mortgage Loan Advisory: Legal guidance on obtaining and managing mortgage loans
  10. Neighborhood Dispute Resolution: Assistance in resolving conflicts related to property and neighborhood rights.



From the beginning, our firm has advised foreign and Salvadoran investors on co-investment projects in El Salvador.
 
We have participated as external consultants in the development of foreign investment legislation and stay updated on changes to the applicable laws and regulations.
 

Legal Services Related to the Area Foreign Investment

 

  1. Processing of Permits and LicensesAdvisory services for obtaining the necessary permits and licenses to operate in El Salvador, including registrations with the National Investment Office (ONI).
  2. Company Formation: Assistance in the creation of new businesses, including branches of foreign companies.
  3. Foreign Investment Registration: Service for registering foreign investments with the National Investment Office (ONI).
  4. Due Diligence: Conducting legal and financial audits on potential investments to ensure their viability and legality.
  5. Free Trade Zone Advisory: Consulting on investments in free trade zones and their tax benefits.
  6. Advisory on Purchases and Mergers: Legal assistance in the acquisition of local companies by foreign investors.
  7. Legal Representation: Representation before local authorities to protect the rights of foreign investors.
  8. International Tax Planning: Strategies to minimize the tax burden within a legal framework for foreign investors.
  9. Contratos Internacionales: Redacción y negociación de contratos adaptados a operaciones internacionales.
  10. Legal Defense: Advisory and representation in legal disputes related to foreign investment.



We offer comprehensive and long-term advisory in all aspects of Labor Law, providing integrated solutions, with services focused on prevention and addressing preventive legal situations or conflict resolution for your organization. As a result, clients can take preventive, proactive measures while making practical and legally sound decisions.
 
The advisory includes, among others, the preparation, interpretation, and application of individual and collective labor contracts, development and implementation of compensation and/or incentive systems, termination of the employment relationship, collective bargaining, unions, processing of work or investor visas for foreigners, representation before the regulatory authority, and defense in administrative and judicial processes in labor matters, training for Human Resources staff on updates to labor regulations, review, formulation, and preparation of documents related to the company's labor field, such as internal work regulations, policies, among others. In this way, our clients can take proactive measures and make sound decisions in managing their human talent.
 

Legal services related to the labor area:

 

  1. Labor Advisory: Includes the analysis and application of the Labor Code and related laws. It also provides support in the preparation of internal work regulations and labor contracts.
  2. Representation in Administrative Procedures: Includes representation before labor authorities in various administrative procedures, which is essential for conflict resolution and protecting interests.
  3. Assistance in Labor Processes: Covers assistance in labor legal processes, such as mediation and conciliation of conflicts between employees and employers.
  4. Termination of Employment Relationships: Provides advisory on the proper procedures for terminating employment relationships in accordance with the law, ensuring compliance with all legal obligations.
  5. Management of Labor Relations: Provides support in managing labor relations between employees and management, ensuring effective communication and compliance with regulations.
  6. Residency and Work Permit Procedures: Provides assistance in obtaining residency and work permits for foreigners wishing to work in El Salvador.



Our goal will always be to seek the best interests and outcomes for our clients, while avoiding, as much as possible, the promotion of lengthy, costly litigation with impractical results.
 
Therefore, in commercial disputes, with the experience gained by our firm since 2006, we aim to resolve our clients' conflicts in a comprehensive, effective, and efficient manner.

We offer all our experience and resources to provide the best advice to our clients in mediation processes, arbitration, or court proceedings, striving, as mentioned earlier, for the lowest costs and the best results for our clients.
 

Legal services related to the area of commercial litigation:

 

  1. Representation in Commercial Litigation: Includes defense and representation in lawsuits related to commercial and business disputes.
  2. Commercial Arbitration: Advisory and representation in arbitration processes to resolve commercial disputes in a faster and more efficient manner.
  3. Negotiation and Mediation: Assistance in the negotiation and mediation of commercial disputes to reach extrajudicial agreements.
  4. Advisory on Commercial Contracts: Analysis and drafting of commercial contracts, as well as advisory in cases of breaches or contractual disputes.
  5. Debt Recovery: Judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the recovery of business debts.
  6. Intellectual Property Litigation in Commercial Matters: Defense of intellectual property rights related to commercial activities, such as trademarks and patents.
  7. Resolution of Corporate Disputes: Legal assistance in internal conflicts between partners or shareholders of a company.



Our firm is recognized for its reputation in excellently managing all aspects of the entry of foreign executives and technicians of our clients into El Salvador, for which we provide the following services:
 
  • Advisory on obtaining and renewing temporary or permanent residencies, under any of the categories established in Salvadoran immigration law.
  • Advisory on obtaining and renewing residencies with work permits for foreigners
  • Advisory on obtaining and renewing consulted visas
  • Prórrogas de permanencia en el país.
  • Assistance and support in summons before the Directorate General of Migration and Foreigners.
  • Migratory legal advice and its general legal compliance.

 

Legal Services Related to the Area área migratoria:
 
  1. Migratory Advisory: Personalized evaluation of each client's migratory situation, identifying possible pathways for the regularization of their migratory status.
  2. Visa and Permit Procedures: Assistance in obtaining work visas, study permits, and permanent residency.
  3. Preparation of Migratory Documentation: Preparation of forms, letters, and applications necessary for various migratory procedures.
  4. Advisory on Migratory Regulations: Guidance on the applicable migratory regulations and requirements for both citizens and foreigners wishing to reside or work in the country.
  5. Management of Procedures Before Migratory Authorities: Handling procedures before the General Directorate of Migration and Foreigners for various migratory matters.



At LegisCorp, we advise and defend our clients in municipal taxation litigation, offering services such as:
 

  • Municipal taxation of businesses.
  • Municipal license and permit processing.
  • Legal processes in construction.
  • Assistance in auditing processes.
  • Representation in the official assessment of taxes and fees.
  • Representation in sanctioning procedures and administrative appeals.

 

Legal services related to the municipal area:

 

  1. Municipal Law Advisory: Legal guidance on the municipal legal framework and applicable laws.
  2. Processing of Permits and Licenses: Assistance in obtaining municipal permits and licenses for various commercial and construction activities.
  3. Municipal Tax Management: Representation and advisory in the management of municipal taxes and fees.
  4. Defense in Municipal Litigation: Representation in cases of legal disputes with municipal authorities.
  5. Zoning and Urban Planning: Advisory on the planning and regulation of urban areas to comply with municipal regulations.
  6. Participation in Municipal Projects: Legal assistance in the participation and execution of municipal projects and contracts.
  7. Municipal Environmental Compliance: Management of compliance with environmental regulations at the municipal level.
LegisCorp understands the importance of environmental protection and provides advice and support in the process of complying with legal regulations, representation before authorities, risk analysis of past practices, and legal and environmental audits for industries to ensure compliance with environmental standards and regulations, as well as safety and hygiene.
 
Our specialty covers the management of projects in sectors such as construction, telecommunications, electricity, renewable energy, fuels, among others; also supported by excellent local and international specialist technicians.
 
Legal services related to environmental regulations:
 
  1. Advisory on Environmental Legislation: Includes guidance on compliance with environmental regulatory frameworks in business activities and projects.
  2. Management of Environmental Permits and Licenses: Assistance in obtaining the necessary permits and licenses to comply with environmental legislation.
  3. Defense and Legal Representation: Representation in cases related to environmental disputes, including audits and litigation.
  4. Environmental Impact Assessment: Support in the preparation and submission of environmental impact studies required by the authorities.
  5. Compliance with International Regulations: Ensuring that companies comply with international environmental agreements and treaties ratified by El Salvador.
  6. Training in Environmental Regulations: Training and education programs on applicable environmental regulations.
  7. Preparation of Environmental Reports and Statements: Preparation of mandatory reports for governmental and corporate entities related to environmental management.



Ofrecemos servicios de asesoramiento en etapas de pre-investigación e investigación para demostrar la inexistencia del delito y el desarrollo de una adecuada defensa ante denuncias criminales. Diseñamos estrategias para el debido proceso, a fin de evitar condenas; nuestros abogados especializados en materia penal se enfocan en delitos financieros, patrimoniales, tributarios, ambientales, laborales, de propiedad intelectual y los relativos al honor y la intimidad.
 

Given that criminal actions have economic and commercial repercussions, it is crucial to develop contingency programs that cover various areas of law.

 

Specialized legal services in the criminal law area:

 

  1. Criminal Defense: Legal representation before the courts in criminal cases, ensuring adequate and fair defense.
  2. Criminal Legal Advice: Legal guidance for individuals accused of crimes, helping them understand the process and possible consequences.
  3. Appeals for Cassation: Preparation and submission of appeals for cassation before the Criminal Chamber to review lower court rulings.
  4. Criminal Mediation: Assistance in the mediation of criminal conflicts as an alternative to judicial proceedings.
  5. Rights of inmates:Advisory and assistance in defending the rights of inmates and obtaining prison benefits.
  6. Compliance with sentences:Monitoring the fulfillment of sentences and alternative measures, such as parole.
  7. Assistance in investigation processes: Support and legal advice during the investigation phases prior to trial.: Apoyo legal durante las fases de investigación previa a un juicio.
Our firm provides advisory services in all types of administrative procedures for our clients, including contracts with the government and its agencies. We have specialized attorneys to challenge illegitimate actions, protecting your rights and interests.
 

Our firm has extensive experience in providing comprehensive advice on Public Procurement processes, which allows for the proper development, planning, and handling of our clients' administrative processes, ensuring the achievement of each of the established objectives, all the way through to the completion of each process or project.

 

Our team's experience in advising public institutions allows us to be experts in procedures before institutions, including the Salvadoran Water Authority, the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, the Ministry of Housing, the Civil Aviation Authority, the Superintendence of the Financial System, the Fire Department of El Salvador, and the Sanctioning Tribunal of the Consumer Protection Agency.

 

Legal services related to the area of administrative procedures:

 

  1. Administrative law advisory: Legal guidance on the regulatory framework and administrative procedures applicable to various situations.
  2. Representation before administrative authorities: Legal defense and representation in administrative processes before government entities.
  3. Management of administrative appeals: Preparation and submission of administrative appeals for the review of acts and decisions of the public administration.
  4. Preparation of reports and legal opinions: Drafting of reports and opinions on administrative matters to support business or personal decisions.
  5. Public procurement advisory: Support in bidding and contracting processes with public entities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
  6. Defense against administrative sanctions: Assistance in defending against sanctions and fines imposed by administrative authorities, aiming for their reduction or annulment.
  7. Obtaining licenses and permits: Support in the processing and obtaining of licenses and permits required for various economic and commercial activities.
  8. Review and evaluation procedures: Assistance in the evaluation and review processes of administrative acts by the competent authorities.

Our firm offers a wide range of services in intellectual property, including advice on the registration of trademarks, copyrights, patents, utility models, integrated circuits, and trade secrets.

 

We also draft licensing and franchise agreements, as well as those related to them; additionally, we conduct legal audits in this area.
 
We have experience in El Salvador, Mexico, the U.S., Canada, and Latin America, and we excel in filing international PCT patents, both in the national and international phases, which sets us apart from the competition.
 
We specialize in representing clients from the entertainment industry, including writers, composers, actors, and advertising companies, handling negotiations and litigation for them. We are experts in administrative litigation and have a global network of correspondent firms to support our international clients.
 
Services related to industrial and intellectual property:
 
  1. Trademark and distinctive signs registration: Advice and processing for the registration of trademarks, trade names, and other distinctive signs, ensuring their legal protection.
  2. Patent Registration: Assistance in the filing and obtaining of invention patents, utility models, and industrial designs.
  3. Copyright: Registration and protection of literary, artistic, scientific works, and others, ensuring copyright rights.
  4. Intellectual Property Consulting: Guidance on the management, protection, and exploitation of intellectual and industrial property rights.
  5. Legal Defense: Representation in disputes related to infringements of intellectual and industrial property rights.
  6. Licensing Procedures: Legal procedures for obtaining and managing licenses for the use of trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
  7. Intellectual Property Training: Training programs on the regulations and practices in the field of intellectual and industrial property.



Our firm has a Specialized Area in Debt Collection, both Judicial and Extrajudicial, which strengthens our experience in providing legal services to financial institutions and businesses.
 
Judicial Collection is carried out through documents such as Bills of Exchange without Protest, Promissory Notes, Checks, Invoices, Loans, and Private and/or Notarized Documents of Acknowledgment of Debt
 
Legal Services Related to Judicial Recovery:
 
  1. Collection of Accounts Receivable: Includes the management of recovering outstanding debts through executive or declaratory judicial processes.
  2. Executive Procedures: Processing of executive procedures for the recovery of unpaid debts and enforcement of guarantees.
  3. Judicial Collection: Legal representation in judicial collection procedures, seeking the satisfaction of credits in favor of creditors.
  4. Litigation Related to Debts: Defense in cases of litigation over debts and financial obligations, both for creditors and debtors.
  5. Extrajudicial Agreements: Negotiation and mediation to reach extrajudicial agreements that allow the recovery of owed amounts without the need to go to trial.



Our firm, over the years, has specialized in the health, wellness, and food industries, ensuring regulatory compliance and resource optimization for our clients in these sectors.
 
We have experience in the registration and regulation of food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. We provide advice on health regulations and procedures before various authorities in El Salvador and Central America, including obtaining sanitary registrations and import authorizations.
 
Our specialists also have extensive experience in the registration of patents, trademarks, and disputes or litigation to safeguard our clients' rights.
 
Legal Services Related to the Area of Health Registrations:
 
  1. Advice on Health Regulations: Guidance on the legal framework and regulatory requirements for the health registration of products and establishments.
  2. Processing of Health Registrations: Assistance in the preparation and submission of applications for obtaining health registrations for medicines, food, beverages, cosmetics, medical devices, and other products.
  3. Renewal of Health Registrations: Management of the renewal process for existing health permits and registrations to ensure their validity.
  4. Regulatory Compliance: Legal assistance to ensure that activities and products comply with current health regulations.
  5. Defense and Representation: Representation in administrative and judicial proceedings related to compliance with health regulations.
  6. Training in Health Regulation: Training programs on the regulations and procedures applicable to the sanitary registration of products and establishments.
  7. Sanitary Establishment Registration: Advice and management for the registration and authorization of establishments that must comply with health regulations.



Nuestra firma se ha especializado en derecho energético, asesorando en proyectos de construcción de plantas fotovoltaicas, ventas de excedentes de energía.
También negociamos contratos complejos de arrendamiento financiero y de mantenimiento para las empresas de energía en la generación y comercialización en el país.
 
We stay updated with new laws and regulations to ensure that our clients comply at all times with the current legal standards and requirements.
 
Legal services related to energy regulation and projects:
 
  1. Regulatory Advisory: Guidance and compliance with energy legislation and regulations in El Salvador, including the General Electricity Law and other applicable provisions.
  2. Feasibility Studies and Projects: Evaluation and development of feasibility studies for energy projects, considering price projections and cost-benefit analysis.
  3. Obtaining Permits and Licenses: Support in processing the permits and licenses required for the implementation and operation of energy projects.
  4. Energy Contracts: Drafting and reviewing energy purchase-sale agreements, as well as supply contracts and associated services.
  5. Energy Rate Evaluation: Analysis and review of applicable electricity rates for businesses and projects, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  6. Renewable Energy Generation Projects: Advice on the development of energy generation projects from renewable sources, complying with tax incentives and environmental regulations.
  7. Due Diligence for Investments: Conducting due diligence studies to assess the financial and legal viability of investments in the energy sector.



Our firm works closely with its clients to obtain all types of concessions and permits, enabling them to provide telecommunications services using the best projects and financing schemes, while always ensuring compliance with all the government legal requirements required for such companies.
 
Likewise, we have conducted negotiations and provided related advisory services on behalf of our clients in interconnection agreements with other concessionary companies.
 
Part of our services in this area, therefore, combine our experience in litigation and economic competition, achieving advantages for our clients by challenging unfavorable resolutions.
 
Legal services related to the telecommunications sector:
 
  1. Telecommunications regulatory advice: Guidance on the telecommunications regulatory framework, including the Telecommunications Law.
  2. Obtaining permits and licenses: Assistance in processing permits and licenses to operate in the telecommunications sector.
  3. Telecommunications contracts: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts for the supply and operation of telecommunications services.
  4. Dispute resolution: Representation in disputes related to telecommunications services, including arbitration.
  5. Evaluation of rates and regulations: Analysis and compliance with the rates and regulations imposed by authorities for the provision of telecommunications services.
  6. Compliance and privacy policies: Advisory on compliance with privacy policies and data protection in the telecommunications sector.
  7. Telecommunications infrastructure projects: Legal support in the development and implementation of infrastructure projects for telecommunications networks.



We provide advisory services in the legal and financial structuring of tourism projects, including the preparation of contracts related to real estate and the operation, management, and leasing of hotels, timeshare agreements, and condominium ownership.
 
We provide legal, financial, and tax advisory services for obtaining tax benefits related to investment in tourism.
 
Legal services related to the tourism sector:
 
  1. Advisory on tourism regulations: Guidance on complying with the Tourism Law and other regulations applicable to the tourism sector.
  2. Tourism business registration: Assistance in the process of registration with the National Tourism Registry (RNT) to obtain benefits and ensure legal compliance.
  3. Obtaining tourism licenses and permits: Management of the necessary procedures for the operation of tourism establishments, such as hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies.
  4. Tourism contracts and agreements: Drafting and reviewing contracts related to the tourism industry, ensuring compliance with legal provisions.
  5. Legal defense and representation: Representation in litigation related to tourism activities and defense before administrative authorities.
  6. Environmental regulation and protection: Advice on implementing sustainable practices and complying with environmental regulations in tourism projects.
  7. Promotion and advertising: Assistance in complying with regulations on tourism advertising and promotions to avoid penalties.