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  1. Cifré Gil Law Firm

    Preliminary Report Released on Jet Set Club Collapse

    On April 15th, 2025, a preliminary technical report was released regarding the structural collapse of the well-known Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, on April 8th, when part of the roof caved in during the night. The report, led by civil engineer Piter J. Bonilla, provides initial insights...
  2. Cifré Gil Law Firm

    Russia opens an Embassy in the D.R.

    Russia has officially opened its first embassy in the Dominican Republic, marking a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two countries. The new embassy, located in Santo Domingo, was inaugurated on April 14, 2025, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties...
  3. Cifré Gil Law Firm

    Is there a special tax rate for...

    To clarify: there is no special reduced tax rate for seniors (65+) when purchasing and renovating a property for the first time in the Dominican Republic. All standard taxes—such as the 3% real estate transfer tax required to obtain the title—apply equally to all buyers, regardless of their age...
  4. Cifré Gil Law Firm

    LEGAL NOTICE – ON THE SHARING OF SENSITIVE MATERIAL ABOUT JET SET CLUB

    In light of the tragic incident at Jet Set Club in Santo Domingo, we urge the public and media platforms to refrain from sharing graphic images, videos, names of victims, or unverified information related to this event. Not only is it ethically inappropriate, but under Law No. 192-19 on the...