Civil Law is the foundation of Private Law in Guatemala.  Civil Law covers all the rules pertaining the status and capabilities of individuals their families, assets, responsibilities, contracts, inheritance, and all private relations among individuals. 

Our Legal Services pertaining in Civil Law are: 

– Negotiating, drafting and registering civil contracts of real estate sales and leases;

– Negotiating, drafting and registering asset sales (vehicles, furniture, art and others)

– Inscription processes at the General Property Registrar, Registry of Asset Guarantees, Registrar of Civil Juridical Entities (Associations and Foundations)

– Inscription of individuals at National Registry of Persons (RENAP). 

– Constitution, Legal documentation and counsel of non-profit foundations and associations. Notarial authorization of Power of Attorney and Appointments of the legal representation of civil corporation, foundations, association. 

Our services in this field are directed to ease estate planning of both individual and legal entities.  We advise on legal instrument transfer options and inheritance to descendants or future successors. 

The creation of an estate, the replacement of income, and the orderly transfer of assets from one generation to the next continue to be the main objectives of heritage and estate plans.

Avoiding conflicts and disputes to minimize litigation costs to successors is achieved through precise advice and probate procedures. Legal instruments, trust funds, and punctual procedures are tailored to fulfill the needs of each client.

Regarding real estate, we evaluate, perform property due diligence, participate in sale, constitute mortgages, lease or other transaction involved in real estate; and establish co-ownerships and condominium.  We also provide all the legal support in the Purchase and Construction contracts of real estate.