VSP Law (intrvw. C. Constantin Poindexter)

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1. Bridging
Legal
Worlds:
An Interview with
C. Constantin Poindexter
Salcedo of VSP Law
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Can you tell us about
the origins of your
law firm and what
inspired you to create
a practice that bridges
Dominican Republic,
American, and
international law?
VSP Consultores Legales, S.A.
originated with a vision to connect
legal services across the Dominican
Republic, the United States, and
international law systems that
conjoin them. The firm was founded
on the belief that businesses and
individuals increasingly require
seamless navigation through novel
legal jurisdictions. This focus on
cross-border legal matters, especially
between the United States and the
Dominican Republic, has been the
key driver in its formation, both in the
firm’s creation and its organic growth.
What are the key areas
of law that your firm
specializes in, and
how do you tailor your
services to meet the
diverse legal needs of
clients across different
jurisdictions?
VSP Law is a “generalist” law firm
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In this exclusive interview with C. Constantin Poindexter Salcedo,
founding partner of VSP Consultores Legales, S.A., we explore the
firm’s unique approach to navigating the complex intersections
of Dominican Republic, American, and international law. With
a commitment to providing seamless legal services across
borders, VSP Law stands out as a vital resource for clients facing
multifaceted legal challenges. Poindexter shares insights into the
firm’s origins, key areas of expertise, and the evolving landscape
of global commerce, offering valuable advice for businesses and
individuals alike.
engaged in a wide array of legal fields,
including civil and commercial litigation,
family law, maritime law, tourism law,
and offshore corporate matters. Firm
partners have profound experience in
debt litigation and debt collection, and
the firm houses a specialty group adept
at tailoring services to the insurance
industry, more specifically the formation
of insurance companies and brokerages.
VSP Law meets the diverse needs of
clients dealing with multinational legal
challenges involving the Dominican
Republic, customizing approaches based
on the particular laws and regulations of
the jurisdictions involved.
In which regions or
countries do you
primarily operate, and
how does your firm
manage cases that
involve cross-border
legal issues?
VSP Law primarily operates in
the Dominican Republic, with an
administrative office strategically located
in North Carolina. This allows the firm to
effectively manage cross-border cases
involving Dominican law in the context of
international disputes, transactions, and
insurance matters. The VSP Law Team
handles these cases by maintaining a
robust understanding of both domestic
and international legal frameworks.
How do you handle the
legal complexities that
arise when navigating
Dominican Republic
law alongside American
and international legal
systems?
Navigating Dominican law alongside
American and international legal systems
requires a deep understanding of the
differences between civil law (used in the
Dominican Republic) and common law (in
the U.S.). VSP Law deploys its expertise
in multiple legal systems to provide
informed legal strategies that balance
local and international requirements,
ensuring compliance and effective case
resolution across borders.
Can you provide
examples of the types
of legal matters or
industries where your
firm’s expertise in
both Dominican and
American law has been
particularly valuable?
The firm’s expertise has been particularly
valuable in industries such as maritime
law, where it assists clients with
international shipping, customs issues,
and disputes that require a thorough
understanding of both Dominican and
international maritime regulations.
Additionally, the firm’s knowledge in
insurance law has been essential for
clients establishing businesses, captive
Navigating Dominican law
alongside American and
international legal systems
requires a deep understanding
of the differences between
civil law and common law.

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insurers in the Dominican Republic while
managing American legal expectations.
What advantages
does your firm offer
to international clients
looking to do business
or resolve legal disputes
in the Dominican
Republic?
VSP Law offers international clients
significant advantages, such as its
multilingual legal team, deep connections
within Dominican legal and governmental
institutions, and its ability to offer services
that cater to U.S.-based clients, facilitating
international businesses’ navigation of
the Dominican legal system. The team’s
understanding of both legal systems
ensures that clients are well-informed
and prepared to resolve disputes or
capitalize on business opportunities in
the Dominican Republic.
How has your firm
adapted to changes in
international law and
global commerce, and
what future legal trends
do you see impacting
your practice?
VSP Law has continuously adapted
to changes in global commerce and
international law, especially regarding
investments, international trade, and
offshore insurance vehicles. The firm’s
partners foresee increased complexity
in international trade regulations and
compliance requirements, which will
shape the future of its practice as
it continues to expand the services
offered to multinational clients.
What advice would
you give to clients
dealing with multi-
jurisdictional legal
issues, particularly
those unfamiliar with
the legal landscape
in the Dominican
Republic?
For clients unfamiliar with the legal
landscape in the Dominican Republic,
VSP Law effectively counsels clients
by thorough preparation, acquiring a
crystal-clear understanding of the key
differences in the issues that the client
wishes to resolve within the bounds
of civil and constitutional law. VSP
Law counsels on the vital importance
of working with a legal team that can
navigate the local legal system while
also managing intervening international
aspects, ensuring that all legal angles
are covered to avoid unforeseen (and
unpleasant) surprises.
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LAWYER MONTHLY NOVEMBER 2024
Contact
C. Constantin Poindexter Salcedo
Founding Partner
Aptdo. 1072
Santo Domingo de Guzmán
República Dominicana
Tel: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
vsp.com.do
We foresee
increased
complexity in
international
trade
regulations and
compliance
requirements,
which will
shape the
future of our
practice.