Our Areas of Practice
Civil Litigation
LDM Law handles general litigation matters, including in torts, contracts, real estate and extradition. Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal representation to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Administrative Law
The firm has in-depth knowledge in judicial review applications in numerous regulatory sectors, such as environmental clearance, parole denials, and disciplinary charges. We provide expert legal counsel to navigate the complexities of administrative law.
Environmental Law
Our environmental practice focuses on ensuring that the regulatory agencies adhere to the environmental laws and regulations in Belize. In addition, we advise on compliance, with a focus on best practices for proper and meaningful public consultations of an environmental impact assessment.
Intellectual Property
Because we understand the creative process and the work which it entitles in order to take it from an idea and to bring it into some tangible form, we are here to assist you with identifying the best solution to protect your intellectual property.
Constitutional Redress
With extensive experience in constitutional litigation, LDM Law has been involved in several landmark cases before the Caribbean Court of Justice, the Court of Appeal and the High Court of Belize. These cases have involved securing fair compensation for compulsory acquisition of property and damages for breaches of rights against arbitrary searches and discriminatory treatment.
Indigenous Peoples’ Rights
LDM Law offers advice and representation in matters related to indigenous peoples’ rights, including the implementation of the right to free, prior and informed consent to develop a fair and equitable consent agreement among the communities, developers and regulatory agencies.
Legal and Policy Consultancies
LDM Law also provides consulting services to international and regional organizations on specialized areas of the law, including international human rights law, sexual violence, environmental protection and fisheries resources managements. Our consultancy services encompass extensive stakeholder consultations, high quality research, and analysis.
Probate & Estate Administration
At LDM Law, we provide the support necessary to assist the family and next of kin to transition after the death of a family member. Whether it be probating of a Will or applying for a Grant of Administration in the case of intestacy, we are here to help you.