About Us

We are a boutique law firm based in San José, Costa Rica.

Our client services are grounded in academic and professional excellence, close monitoring of changes in the laws and regulations, individualized attention and the highest ethical standards.

Our partners are leading lawyers with extensive experience in their practice areas, both in the public and private sectors in Costa Rica and at an international level.

We work with domestic and foreign clients, including multinational corporations. In addition, we offer legal support to in-house counsel and other national and international law firms.


News

Our partner Alberto Fernandez Lopez was invited to participate as a panelist at the regional meeting of the Dispute Resolution Board Foundation in Panama City on March 4-6. Alberto participated

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Our partner Alan Thompson participated as a guest speaker in the inaugural class of a Competition Law course organized by the International Chamber of Commerce ICC Costa Rica, which is

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We recognize our partner Alberto Fernández López for his incorporation last December to the list of arbitrators of the Inter-American Commercial Arbitration Commission (CIAC) for the period 2023-2026 and to

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Practice Areas

  • Antitrust & Competition
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Banking & Finance
  • Construction & Real Estate Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Alan Thompson is active within the Costa Rican competition and antitrust arena, and is well regarded by market commentators. A pleased client states: "Alan Thompson is a professional with vast experience and commitment, with recognised and comprehensive expertise. We have always been very satisfied with his work."

    Chambers Latin America Guide 2023
    Alberto Fernández Lopez is highly recognised for his activity as an arbitrator in relevant Costa Rican and international proceedings. He is endorsed by an onlooker who affirms: "Alberto Fernández Lopez is a leader in the arbitration field, and he is one of the most outstanding practitioners."

    Chambers Latin America Guide 2023
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