With many years of experience, our lawyers highly intelligent, astute, supportive and sophisticated. We take a strategic approach to every criminal matter. Notably, we not only provide criminal defense services, but we also provide prosecution services. That is to say that we will also prosecute criminal matters for you.
We boast our own private investigation unit and we go above and beyond to adequately represent our clients in various matters, including murder, manslaughter, attempted & accessory to murder, rape, robbery, possession of fire arm, ammunition or narcotics, causing death by dangerous driving, larceny, fraud, white collar and financial crimes, among many otherwise. Likewise, with our experience in criminal defense, we are adequately equipped to prosecute in all of those areas. We also have highly trained lawyers who are also forensic investigators. In Guyana, our reputation in the criminal arena speaks for itself.
The attorneys of Dexter Todd and Associates Law Firm take a strategic approach to all civil matters that are before their Law Firm. They bring claims and defend parties in many areas, including Personal Injuries, Breach of Contract, Wrongful Death, Negligence, Fraud, unfair dismissal, trespass, probate and other estate proceedings, real estate and conveyance related matters, Prescriptive Title and other land related matters, among many others. We work diligently to ensure that our client’s rights are protected.
With our practice in multiple countries and expertise in business, we are able to adequately fulfill any need in the area of International Business. Additionally, we have completed many consultancies in this area to the satisfaction of our clients.
In this age of technological advancement and globalization, let us be your guide in making sense of it all while also making a profit. Our lawyers will help you to recognize the economic patterns in globalization and seize the future.
Our service includes International Business Services, guidance on International Trade, crypto currency, Foreign Direct Investment, guidance on economic patterns and areas of investment, Emerging Markets, building and understanding Multinational Corporations, highlight Global Challengers and possible Competitors, among so much more. Simply contact us and we can be your guide.
There is no doubt that in today’s society, especially among governments, businesses, companies and multi-national corporations, negotiation, arbitration and mediation are usually the preferred option to settling disputes, rather than traditional litigation in court. They save time, resources and relationships. At Dexter Todd and Associates Law Firm, we specialize in Alternative Dispute Resolution. We not only have a trained negotiator and mediator, but we also have the capacity to represent you in these sessions.
Our services are both local and international, and we have the capacity to provide the best service that will leave you satisfied.
Our lawyers have experience in all aspects of dispute resolution. We have successfully handled over one hundred individual cases, participated in key trainings, conferences and programs, served in the role of neutrals and party-appointed mediators and also created dispute resolution programs for the more efficient management of routine conflicts that are inevitable in any large organization. Book an appointment and let us provide the assistance you seek.
A contract is an agreement between parties which creates mutual obligations that are enforceable by law. The list of parties who can enter into a contract cannot be exhausted, but it includes individuals, businesses, governments, NGOs, Companies, among many others. It is for this reason that contract law in itself is an extremely wide area of law and encompasses a lot.
Our trained attorneys have the training and experience to adequately represent your interest in contract law related matters, as well as the reviewing and drafting of contracts, including Memorandum of Understanding, partnership agreements, leases, agreement for sale and purchase, employment contracts, agreements for service, agreements for services, and so much more. Come in and lets have a discussion.
Our Family Law department is one that brings us much joy and success while putting smiles on the faces of our clients. We work tirelessly to ensure that you get what you deserve. We specialize in Divorce proceedings, division of property, custody, maintenance, adoption, guardianship, declaration of paternity, among many others. We are experts on the laws and rules of Family Law and the Family Court and will guide you through it all.
Land Law contains a list of recognized interests since the use of land is of the utmost importance. Our firm deals with all legal aspects of the acquisition, disposal, ownership and enjoyment rights and development of land in Guyana. We are experienced and skilled in this area and will ensure proper representation of your interest. Book an appointment, come in and let’s have a discussion. Let us help you.
The basis of the legal relationship between a landlord and tenant is grounded in both contract and property law and all the essential elements of a tenancy are set out in the Landlord and Tenant Act of Guyana Cap 61:01.
Our firm handles various aspects of Landlord and tenant including possession and non-payment of rent. The landlord can bring a proceeding for possession to evict a tenant for reasons other than a non-payment of rent for instance if the tenant breached a material obligation of the tenancy. The tenant can also bring an action against their landlord for various reasons, including breaching their right to exclusive possession/ exclusive right to enjoy the property. We can also prepare and review tenancy contracts to protect our client. Come in and lets have a talk.
Death is evitable but one should not have to worry about what will happen after they die. Similarly, grieving friends and relatives should not have to worry about the estate of a deceased person after they have passed. Our team will assist in drafting will, creating trusts, transferring assets and so much.
Likewise, we will also assist in the probate of will, obtaining Letters of Administration and seek all other grants that would be necessary. Come in and let’s talk. We may have all the answers you seek
Our team of dedicated and experienced lawyers can provide advice and representation on corporate law and commercial law matters and issues.
We assist in company structuring, the formation and internal regulating of companies, advice on the management and conduct of companies, advice on shareholder rights, mergers and acquisitions. We go deep into the setting up, financing and running the company. Whether it be local or cross jurisdictional transactions, we can assist with the everyday running of your company. You can also keep us on retainer as your external lawyers who will always protect your interest.
There are many benefits to incorporating a company in Guyana, especially the corporate veil. Companies are legally a person in its right and the law treats it as such. Our Law Firm guides you through the incorporation process, assist in drafting all the documents and consult with you to ensure that the bylaws of your company is drafted precisely to your specifications, while keeping within the ambits of the Law of Guyana. After incorporation, our Firm will continue to support you through your business dealings, assist in drafting and filing company resolutions and provide guidance on holding meetings.
We also assist in business proposals and provide a guide to bidding for various contracts.
Now is the ideal time to form a company in Guyana. Come into our firm and let us be your guide.
The energy/oil and gas sector is a rapidly growing one in Guyana, showing it dominance in the economy yearly. The lawyers at Dexter Todd and Associates understand the global nature of the oil and gas sector and can certainly be your guide through it all. We have experience not just in the domestic market but also internationally. Our services are limitless in this area, but rest assured that we will provide comprehensive support on energy, environment, natural resources and oil and gas matters.
Our firm will assist you in every step of the way in transferring ownership of a property. Whether it is a transport or Certificate of Title, we will be there to help you get the conveyance done. We assist in gifts or purchases, or even land that is granted by way of a court order, we will assist in getting that title document. We are there from the beginning of the process to assist in advising on the best way forward, we draft the relevant documents, take our clients to swear or notarize their documents, request valuations, assist in obtaining compliance, and so much more. We are here to serve you.
Our lawyers are qualified and experienced in Bank Financial Management, International Banking, Fraud risk management, Mobile Banking and financial innovation, international corporate law and governance. We can work with your company to not only set up a fraud risk management process but also to help you minimize fraud losses.
Our Law Firm provides full service in our property management department. We will take on the responsibility of managing your properties such as apartments, homeowners associations, condominiums, office buildings, cooperatives, etc. Let us assist you so that you can worry less.
Boasting not just academic qualifications in the area of financial fraud law, our lawyers also have a lot of experience in this area of law. We are able to analyze the complexities of financial fraud and provide proper representation and advice to our clients. We believe that not only companies, businesses and governments should have knowledge of financial fraud law, but also NGOs and private citizens. Contact us and we will render the assistance and provide the representation you need. We are also available for consultancies on various areas of financial fraud and financial fraud law.
Our counselors are qualified and experienced in providing our clients with:
-substance abuse counseling
-marriage and family counseling
-cognitive behavioral therapy
-active listening therapy
There is so much more our counseling department does. Simply make an appointment and let’s have a discussion.
There are many benefits to registering your trademark under the Trade Marks Act of Guyana. Trademark registration protects the registered proprietor of the trade mark from any action against him or her for infringement and also enable him/her to initiate an action is there is an infringement. We will assist you in that registration process that will ensure your protection.
Additionally, we provide guidance and assistance in the registration of Patents and Designs.
Our wealth and assets management department will guide you and provide assistance to ensure you meet your desired goal. Whether it be asset management, charity & philanthropy, estate planning, investment guidance and planning, ethical & sustainable investing, general financial planning, setting up of trusts, investment management, retirement planning, succession planning, taxation guidance and so much more. Book and appointment and let us assist you.