ASTRID PÉREZ RODRÍGUEZ
Santo Domingo
Summary
Results-oriented attorney with five years of experience in corporate law, banking and finance, regulatory affairs, and intellectual property, complemented by a strong academic background in administrative law and economic regulation. Skilled in cross-border corporate structuring, tax exemption regimes, and aligning legal strategies with business objectives. Co-led national legal and policy initiatives on the digital economy and video game industry in collaboration with MICM and WIPO, contributing to regulatory innovation and institutional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Attorney Level II
ECIJA DVMS
03.2024 - Current
- Contributed to the design and drafting of regulatory reforms for emerging sectors, including the digital economy, trust law, and the video game industry, supporting the Dominican Republic's adaptation to evolving legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Assisted clients with complex authorization and compliance processes before key regulatory bodies, such as the Superintendency of the Securities Market, Superintendency of Banks, and Superintendency of Insurance, including the structuring and formalization of trusts, investment funds, and estate planning vehicles.
- Provided legal advice on cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures by leading due diligence, assessing legal risks, and supporting post-transaction regulatory and operational alignment.
- Developed tax-efficient corporate structures for foreign investors and executives operating in the Dominican Republic, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.
- Counseled clients on the registration, management, and enforcement of intellectual property rights, helping protect trademarks, copyrights, and other intangible assets across jurisdictions.
- Collaborated across corporate, financial, and intellectual property practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions aligned with clients' strategic growth and regulatory compliance goals.
- Led and moderated internal and external workshops on Intellectual Property, Migratory Law, and U.S. sanctions in collaboration with Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP, enhancing firm expertise and raising client awareness of complex, cross-sector regulatory matters.
Associate Attorney Level I
ECIJA DVMS
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Provided legal assistance in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and administrative filings, including the preparation of legal documents and coordination with government agencies and regulatory bodies.
- Conducted thorough legal research and supported the drafting of contracts, memoranda, internal opinions, and other key legal documents, contributing to the delivery of timely and accurate legal counsel.
- Assisted in the structuring of real estate and estate planning trusts, and supported preliminary regulatory analysis on matters involving the securities market and financial regulation.
- Supported the incorporation and legal registration of companies, foreign branches, and nonprofit organizations, ensuring full compliance with local laws and corporate formalities.
- Gained early experience in contract review, client correspondence, and records management, providing support for both local and international clients under senior supervision.
- The Corporate and Commercial Department was recognized by Chambers and Partners Global 2023 for excellence in corporate advisory services.
- Managed a diverse caseload, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Attorney
Troncoso & Leroux
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Led comprehensive management of clients' trademark portfolios, overseeing registration, renewals, and amendments before the National Office of Industrial Property (ONAPI), ensuring strict legal compliance and strategic protection of brand assets.
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated legal instruments including letters of consent, coexistence agreements, and trademark assignments, supporting clients' brand development and enforcement strategies.
- Advised clients on the expansion and diversification of intellectual property rights across multiple jurisdictions, providing strategic guidance aligned with international IP frameworks.
- Assisted in administrative disputes and litigation at ONAPI, formulating strategic responses for opposition and cancellation proceedings, and defending clients' intellectual property rights in contentious legal matters.
Law Clerk
Álvarez & Almonte, Abogados
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Conducted thorough legal research and drafted detailed memoranda to support case strategies in administrative and civil law matters.
- Reviewed motions and various legal documents, contributing to the formulation of case theories and preparation of procedural filings.
- Participated in client meetings alongside supervising attorneys, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm.
- Managed court notifications and monitored procedural deadlines, ensuring timely submissions and meticulous organization of case files.
Education
Master's - Administrative Law and Economic Regulation
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic08.2024
Bachelor's - Law
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic08.2019
High School Diploma -
Saint John School
La Romana, Dominican Republic07-2015
Skills
- Legal Research and Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance and Policy Reform
- Corporate and Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property Strategy
- Transaction Structuring and Due Diligence
- Academic and Legal Writing
- Strategic Communication and Client Advisory
- Adaptability and Cross-Cultural Awareness
- Leadership and Project Coordination
Languages
Spanish | Native
English | Advanced
French | Basic
Academic Contributions
- Pérez Rodríguez, A. C. (2024). Regulation of public offering trusts: A focus on their role as a financing method for project development (Master's thesis). Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM), Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Analyzes the legal structure and regulatory framework of public offering trusts in the Dominican Republic, evaluating their use as a financing tool for large-scale development projects. Proposes legal and regulatory enhancements to improve access to capital and promote sustainable economic growth.
- Pérez Rodríguez, A. C. (2019). The role of patents in the pharmaceutical sector: Application of the exhaustion principle (Undergraduate thesis). Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM), Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Explores the impact of international patent regimes on public health, focusing on the exhaustion principle and its potential to balance intellectual property rights with access to affordable medicines in developing countries.
Certification
- Corporate Taxation , Datacursos Gaceta Judicial S.R.L., Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic (Nov 2024)
- Ethics in Research , CITI Program – Credential ID: 63834035 (Jul 2024)
- International Associates Academy , Taylor Wessing, Brussels, Belgium (Sep 2023)
- Banking and Financial Law: Fundamentals, Transformations, and New Trends , Datacursos Gaceta Judicial S.R.L., Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic (Jul 2023)
- Corporate Law , Datacursos Gaceta Judicial S.R.L., Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic (May 2022)
- International Arbitration Seminar , International Law Students Association, PUCMM, Santo Domingo, D.N., Dominican Republic (Nov 2016)
Affiliations
- 2024-06 Member, International Bar Association
- 2021-02 Member, Dominican Bar Association
Timeline
Associate Attorney Level II
ECIJA DVMS
03.2024 - Current
Associate Attorney Level I
ECIJA DVMS
01.2021 - 02.2024
Attorney
Troncoso & Leroux
08.2019 - 12.2020
Law Clerk
Álvarez & Almonte, Abogados
01.2018 - 03.2019
Master's - Administrative Law and Economic Regulation
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
Bachelor's - Law
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra (PUCMM)
High School Diploma -
Saint John School
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