Lawyers and advisers in Belize
Find proven, recommended lawyers and professional advisers in Belize, across corporate and commercial work, disputes, tax, property, employment, immigration and every other practice area. Compare the profiles below and contact an adviser directly.
The most represented practice areas in Belize are Dispute Resolution & Litigation. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
EAMON HARRISON COURTENAY SC
EAMON HARRISON COURTENAY SC Called 1988 Senior Partner Notary Public Education University of Texas at Austin (B.A.) University of the West Indies (L.L.B., Hons) Norman Manley Law School (L.E.C.) Career Courtenay Coye LLP (2007-present)…
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Rodwell R.A. Williams, S.C., C.B.E.
Rodwell is the Managing Partner of Barrow & Williams and the head of the firm’s litigation practice group. He was admitted to practice in Belize in 1985 and is one of Belize’s leading practitioners in the area of Commercial Law. He has…
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How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Belize?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Belize, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Belize?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Belize if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Belize, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Belize, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Belize through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.