no conflict of interest?
Thank you for your prompt reply, Dr. Guzman. In my research I have discovered that there seems to be no conflict of interest prohibition in the Dominican Republic. A lawyer can represent a client and then turn around and represent the client's competitor or legal adversary, using the work paid for by the original client.
My research also indicates that a lawyer can charge whatever he or she wishes and there is no appeal to a governing body. Also, clients have been unable to obtain the documents and records they have paid for without being subject to what in North America would be called extortion.
I would like to confirm my information and find out what (good and bad) experiences other clients have had with so-called reputable Dominican law firms. For example, there is a Canadian woman who credits a Santo Domingo firm with saving her life. I would very much appreciate your experience and insight. However, you need not feel compelled to answer if you would be placed in a difficult position. That is why I hoped other people would contribute to this thread.