English-Speaking Lawyer & Notary Public in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Legal guidance for property, business and personal matters in Guatemala.
Legal Services in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Each matter involves different documents and legal steps. Explore the areas below to see how I can assist with property, business, contracts and notarial matters.
Real Estate & Property
Legal assistance with property purchases, due diligence, title and possession review, purchase agreements, property transfers and other real estate matters in Lake Atitlán and Sololá.
Corporate & Business Law
Legal support for companies and investors, including company formation, corporate changes, shareholder matters, corporate resolutions, share transfers and ongoing business legal matters.
Contracts & Notarial Services
Drafting and review of contracts, powers of attorney, deeds, legalizations, affidavits and other notarial documents required for personal or business matters in Guatemala.
Litigation & Legal Claims
Legal assistance with civil and commercial disputes, legal claims and court proceedings in Guatemala. I review the facts and documents of each case to identify the appropriate legal steps.
Legal Services throughout Lake Atitlán and Sololá
I assist clients throughout the Lake Atitlán area, including Panajachel, San Marcos La Laguna, San Pedro La Laguna, Santa Cruz La Laguna, Santiago Atitlán, Sololá and surrounding communities.
If you are outside Guatemala, an initial discussion and document review can be coordinated remotely. The steps required in Guatemala will depend on your matter.
About Me
I’m a Guatemalan attorney and notary public based in Sololá. I work with local and international clients who need to understand their legal position and complete procedures in Guatemala.
My approach begins with the facts and documents of each matter. I explain the available steps in clear terms and provide legal assistance in English or Spanish, whether the matter concerns a transaction, a business decision or a personal legal procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide legal services in English?
Yes. I provide legal and notarial services in English and Spanish for foreign residents, property owners, investors and businesses in Lake Atitlán and Sololá, Guatemala.
What legal services do you provide in Lake Atitlán?
I provide general legal and notarial assistance, including real estate and property matters, contracts, corporate law, civil matters, marriages, powers of attorney, legal claims, criminal complaints and other legal procedures in Guatemala.
Can you assist with property, possession rights and OCRET matters?
Yes. I assist with property purchases and transfers, due diligence, possession rights, property documentation and matters involving OCRET and land located around Lake Atitlán and Sololá.
Can you assist with lawsuits and legal claims?
Yes. I provide legal assistance with civil and commercial claims, disputes, court proceedings and other legal actions, depending on the circumstances of each case.
Can you assist with criminal complaints in Guatemala?
Yes. I can assist with reviewing the facts and supporting documents, preparing a criminal complaint and explaining the applicable procedure in Guatemala. The appropriate steps depend on the circumstances of each case.
Can you perform marriages in Guatemala?
Yes. As a Guatemalan notary public, I can celebrate civil marriages in Guatemala and assist local and foreign couples with the required documentation and legal formalities.
What notarial services do you provide?
I provide notarial services including powers of attorney, deeds, affidavits, signature legalizations, contracts, corporate documents and other documents that require notarization in Guatemala.
Can you assist foreign clients who are not currently in Guatemala?
Yes. Many legal matters can be coordinated remotely by email, WhatsApp and video call. When necessary, I can also prepare powers of attorney or other documents to allow legal procedures to be completed in Guatemala.
Contact an English-Speaking Lawyer in Lake Atitlán
If you need legal or notarial assistance in Lake Atitlán or Sololá, you can contact me directly by WhatsApp or email.
Email: lic.josejhc@gmail.com