Law Firm · Asunción, Paraguay

Strategic legal counsel for companies and investors in Paraguay.

We advise companies, investors and both local and foreign clients on corporate and commercial matters, investments, litigation, real estate transactions and establishment in Paraguay. We provide direct, personalized attention, supporting every matter from initial analysis through to implementation or resolution.

16+practice areas
LL.M.international legal training
WTCAsunción, Paraguay
Every matter deserves the attention of someone who knows the case from beginning to end. That is how we practice law.
Carlos Zugasti JohannsenFounding Partner
The Firm

Legal expertise, direct attention and business insight.

Zugasti Abogados is a law firm based in Asunción, Paraguay, dedicated to advising companies, investors and both local and foreign clients.

We combine legal expertise, knowledge of the local environment and business insight to deliver practical solutions and support our clients personally at every stage.

PreventionWe identify risks and anticipate issues before they become disputes.
ClarityWe explain every scenario, its alternatives and consequences clearly and directly.
CommitmentWe support every matter with personalized attention and ongoing follow-up.
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Practice Areas

Comprehensive counsel for companies, investors and businesses in Paraguay.

We advise on the main areas of law relevant to business activity, investment and business development in Paraguay.

01

Corporate and Commercial

Company formation and management, commercial contracts, corporate governance, restructurings and ongoing legal counsel to businesses.

02

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Representation in court and arbitration proceedings, debt collection, enforcement actions and civil and commercial disputes.

03

Foreign Investment

Structuring and establishment of foreign investment in Paraguay, company formation and legal support throughout the investment process.

04

Real Estate

Acquisitions and sales, real estate due diligence, contracts, developments and comprehensive advice on real estate transactions.

05

Immigration and Residency

Temporary and permanent residency, immigration procedures and support for foreign investors and entrepreneurs establishing themselves in Paraguay.

06

Banking and Finance

Financial transactions, security interests, contracts, financing and advice to banks and financial institutions.

07

Employment

Advice to employers on hiring, terminations, internal policies, compliance and labor relations.

08

Intellectual Property

Registration, protection and enforcement of trademarks, trade names and other intellectual property rights.

We also advise on AgribusinessArbitrationAdministrative LawEnvironmental LawAviation LawInsuranceSports LawAgency and Distribution
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Investing and Establishing in Paraguay

Supporting your arrival, investment and business development in Paraguay.

We advise foreign investors, entrepreneurs and families seeking to invest, set up a company or develop activities in Paraguay. We coordinate the different stages of the process so clients have a single local point of contact.

InvestmentLegal structuring and analysis of investment alternatives.
CompaniesFormation, organization and start-up of companies.
ResidencyImmigration procedures and residency for investors and their families.
Operations in ParaguayContracts, real estate, corporate matters and ongoing legal support.
Why Choose Us

A law firm that gets involved in every matter.

A professional relationship built on direct attention, clarity and a genuine understanding of our clients' business.

01

Direct, personalized attention

Every matter is closely handled by experienced professionals, with direct communication with the client.

02

International background

Postgraduate training and experience advising local and foreign companies and investors.

03

Clear, timely answers

We analyze risks and alternatives and communicate them clearly, practically and promptly.

04

Business mindset

We look for legal solutions that take into account not only the law, but also the goals and realities of each business.

How We Work

From first contact to a concrete strategy.

  1. ConsultationWe get to know your situation, your needs and the goals you want to achieve.
  2. AnalysisWe analyze the matter, identify risks and assess the available alternatives.
  3. StrategyWe define the way forward and support you through its implementation or resolution.

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Our Team

Experience, commitment and personalized attention.

Carlos Zugasti Johannsen, Founding Partner of Zugasti Abogados
Founding Partner

Carlos Zugasti Johannsen

Attorney, graduate of the Faculty of Legal and Diplomatic Sciences, Catholic University "Nuestra Señora de la Asunción" (1984). Specialized in Civil, Labor and Criminal Law, with extensive experience advising companies on a full range of legal matters.

Before fully dedicating himself to independent legal practice, he built a business career across different sectors, leading his own ventures. That experience gives him a first-hand understanding of how companies work and what they need from the inside.

His practice focuses on preventive legal risk management, providing strategic solutions aimed at avoiding litigation and ensuring his clients' legal security, always prioritizing out-of-court resolution.

Catholic University "Nuestra Señora de la Asunción" · Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Justice of Paraguay (Reg. No. 2.647)

Civil LawLabor LawCriminal LawPreventive Risk Management
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Emilio José Zugasti Gotchalk, LL.M — Managing Partner at Zugasti Abogados
Managing Partner

Emilio José Zugasti Gotchalk, LL.M.

Paraguayan attorney and Managing Partner of Zugasti Abogados, with international postgraduate training and experience in corporate, commercial and dispute resolution matters.

He advises companies, investors and foreign clients on business development, investment and operations in Paraguay, combining legal analysis with a practical, commercial outlook.

He is directly involved in matters requiring legal structuring, negotiation and strategic support, for both local and international clients.

Faculty of Law and Social Sciences, National University of Asunción · Master of Laws in Law and Management, INIDEM (Panama)

Corporate and CommercialForeign InvestmentLitigationReal Estate
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OfficeAvda. Aviadores del Chaco 2050, World Trade Center, Tower 1, Floor 10 A — Asunción, Paraguay

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