Corporate law

Lexwell offers comprehensive corporate and business services to private companies, government-owned corporations, their directors, boards, and shareholders. We act as general counsel, guiding businesses from formation through every stage of growth and operation.
We can advise you on:

Incorporations

— Maintaining statutory records
— Dealing with annual return and the filing of other documents
— Company name changes
— Branch registration
— Director’s registration
— Director’s responsibilities and duties
— Business and director’s license

Intellectual Property

Our Trademark and Copyright Practice offers full-spectrum support, from registration to enforcement. We handle trademark applications and regularly represent clients in trademark cases before the courts. We can advise you on:

— Registering trademarks for Sint Maarten and other Dutch Caribbean Islands.
— Screening and clearing proposed trademarks and brand names.
— Enforcing copyrights.
— Litigating trademark and copyright infringement and dilution claims and protection against counterfeiting, infringement, misappropriation and unfair competition.
— Counseling clients on proper trademark usage, fair use and related issues.

Labor and Employment

Sint Maarten’s labor laws can be complex and often misunderstood. Lexwell provides expert guidance on employment contracts and dispute prevention, helping clients avoid costly litigation. We represent employers in court and administrative hearings, defending against claims from contract breaches to workplace disputes.

Debt Collection

Uncollected debts can threaten your business. We help minimize risks with preventive measures like drafting solid terms and conditions. Our services also include asset searches, lien registration, court orders, and public auctions. Special tariffs are available upon request.

Administrative Law – Immigration

Since the introduction of the LAR (National Ordinance Administrative Justice), Lexwell has built a strong reputation at the intersection of law, business, and government. We represent clients before administrative courts and agencies, advocating for corporations, nonprofits, and individuals. Our services include work permit and residency applications.

Insolvency & restructuring

We assist businesses facing financial distress and the need for restructuring, helping them navigate the complex risks that arise in such situations. Our expertise covers all aspects of restructuring, liquidation, and insolvency matters, ensuring swift and strategic solutions. Additionally, we can serve as court-appointed bankruptcy receivers in local insolvency cases. You can consult public bankruptcy reports.


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