The Firm specializes in providing comprehensive legal counsel to non-resident investors seeking to navigate the complexities of U.S. laws of U.S. laws and regulations. Our experienced team understands the unique challenges faced by international clients investing in the United States and offers tailored solutions to protect your assets, plan your estate, and minimize your tax exposure.

​

Our services include:
​

• Asset Protection: Safeguarding your investments from potential risks and liabilities while ensuring compliance with U.S. laws.

• Estate Planning: Developing customized strategies to preserve your wealth across generations, considering both domestic and international implications.

• Entity Structuring: Advising on the formation and operation of business entities to optimize tax benefits and protect personal and corporate assets.

• Estate Tax Avoidance: Implementing strategies to reduce or eliminate exposure to U.S. estate taxes for non-resident investors.

• Federal Tax Minimization, Elimination, and Deferral: Designing tax-efficient investment structures to minimize, defer and in some cases, eliminate U.S. tax obligations, leveraging treaty benefits, existing federal laws and applicable exemptions.

• Legal Navigation: Guiding clients through the intricate web of federal, state, and local laws that impact non-resident investors, including FIRPTA, FATCA, OECD, Florida Conveyances to Foreign Entities Act, tax treaties, and reporting requirements.

​

Whether you’re acquiring real estate, investing in businesses, or managing a diverse portfolio of U.S. assets, our firm combines deep legal expertise with practical, creative solutions to help you achieve your financial and legal goals. Trust us to protect your interests and maximize your opportunities in the U.S. market.

​

Contact Attorney Michael H. Merino today to schedule a consultation and explore how we can assist with your investment and legal needs.