Established in 2005, LMV | Central Law is a legal and business consultancy firm based in Santo Domingo. The firm is known for its comprehensive services, particularly in litigation and dispute resolution, under the leadership of Managing Partner César J Linares Rodríguez.
LMV | Central Law operates on the principle that law is interconnected with various disciplines, including corporate governance and financial management. The firm’s philosophy emphasises delivering tangible results through integral values, customised services, direct client engagement and strategic alliances. This approach enables LMV | Central Law to provide not only legal advice, but also strategic business insights, ensuring a holistic advisory experience. The firm handles a broad spectrum of contentious matters, including commercial litigation, labour disputes, real estate and property claims, criminal litigation, as well as international arbitration.
The firm’s litigation team is recognised for its analytical rigour and negotiation prowess – attributes that contribute to effective dispute resolution strategies. Moreover, LMV | Central Law’s commitment to innovation is evident in its adoption of virtual meeting technologies, enhancing responsiveness and client accessibility. Meanwhile, the litigation practice has garnered accolades for its effectiveness and client satisfaction. The firm’s capabilities are reflected in its handling of significant cases – such as representing Tenedora Las Terrenas, AFP Siembra, AFP Crecer and Banco Popular Dominicano, among others.
César J Linares Rodríguez
Leading LMV | Central Law’s litigation practice is César J Linares Rodríguez, an attorney with extensive expertise in dispute resolution. His credentials include:
• Educational Background:
○ Law Degree (Magna Cum Laude), Universidad Católica Santo Domingo
○ Master’s in Civil Procedural Law, Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra
○ Master’s in Criminal Procedural Law, Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo
○ Master’s in Administrative Law & Economic Regulation, Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra
○ Diploma in Administrative Sanction Law, University of Valladolid, Spain
○ Advanced Seminar in International Commercial Arbitration, American University Washington College of Law
• Professional Affiliations:
○ Bar of the Dominican Republic
○ Dispute Resolution Board Foundation
○ Latin American Construction Law Association (ALDEC)
○ International Bar Association (IBA)
○ Latin American Arbitration Association (ALARB)
○ Arbitrator, CIES Peru Arbitration Center
○ Arbitrator and Adjudicator, Arbitration & Conciliation Center, ADR LAWFIRM, Lima, Peru
○ First Vice President of the Higher Arbitration Council, Dispute Prevention Boards and the CIES Dispute Board
To date, Mr Linares Rodríguez’s leadership has been instrumental in positioning LMV | Central Law as a formidable player in the Dominican legal landscape. Accordingly, his strategic insight and legal acumen have earned him recognition in prominent legal directories.