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The Notary as a Guarantor of Legality in the Technological Era
In the commercial sphere, the notary is often perceived as a mere certifier of signatures or a drafter of pre-established deed templates. However,...
Seasonal Contracts and Annual Settlements in Costa Rica
Seasonal Contracts and Annual Settlements in Costa Rica: A Useful Tool That Few Companies Apply Correctly In Costa Rica and much of Latin America,...
Costa Rica’s New Franchise Law: Necessary or Overregulation?
Costa Rica’s New Franchise Law: Necessary Regulation or Overregulation of the Model? The recent publication, on March 12th, 2026, in La Gaceta of...
Notarial Probate Proceedings in Costa Rica: Key Points You Should Know
When a person passes away, their estate does not disappear, it transforms. Understanding notarial probate proceedings in Costa Rica is essential to...
Women, Leadership and Region
Women, Leadership and Region: Lessons from Professional Practice in Leadership Positions Regional women leadership in Latin American legal practice...
Reform to the Costa Rican Commercial Code
Reform to the Costa Rican Commercial Code: Changes in the Representation of Shareholders in Corporate Meetings Costa Rica Commercial Code reform...
Change of Shareholders in a Costa Rican LLC (S.R.L.): What Must Be Done
One of the most common mistakes in Costa Rican companies occurs when quotas are transferred in a Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (S.R.L.). Many...
Investing in Costa Rica’s Coast: Maritime Zone Concessions Guide
Investing in the Coast: Updated Guide to Maritime Zone Concessions (ZMT) Investing in Costa Rica’s coastline continues to be one of the most...
The Relevance of International Women’s Day in the Exercise of Regional Leadership
Women are brave, strong, and valuable. While it is true that in many sectors the celebration of International Women’s Day is questioned, we are also...
Renewal of Corporate Appointments and Powers: Common Risks and Best Practices
At the beginning of each year, many companies focus on complying with their annual ordinary shareholders’ meeting and, as part of that process, tend...
Labor compliance: when “doing the right thing” also protects the business
In many companies, labor compliance is still viewed as just another legal obligation. A requirement that is fulfilled “because it must be,” without...
Relocation: A Basic Guide to Permit Management
Throughout my professional practice, for many years prior to assuming the firm’s Regional Management role, I worked advising companies on employee...
Common Mistakes in Annual Ordinary Shareholders’ Meetings
Common Mistakes in Annual Ordinary Shareholders’ Meetings At the beginning of each year, companies enter the period in which their annual ordinary...
Is Your Company Ready to Comply with the RTBF 2026?
A Practical Guide to Avoid Penalties The declaration of the Register of Transparency and Final Beneficiaries (RTBF) remains one of the most...
Key 2026 Update: New Income Tax Brackets and Adjustments to CCSS Contributions
The year 2026 does not begin with minor changes. It begins with two structural adjustments that directly impact the real labor cost, payroll, and...
Risk-free Businesses: Key Obligations to Start the Year
All companies must review and comply with the applicable regulations in each country where they operate. Compliance is not limited solely to the...
S.A. or S.R.L. in 2026? A Practical Guide for Costa Rica
A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Legal Structure in Costa Rica If you are planning to set up a business in Costa Rica or structure...
Smart Hiring in Costa Rica: Avoid Labor Contract Risks
Smart Hiring: How to Avoid Contingencies by Correctly Distinguishing Between Employment Contracts and Professional Services Agreements In Costa...
GLC Legal: Process Standardization for Regional Legal Services
Why Choose Us as Your Legal Option: The Value of Process Standardization at GLC Legal Based on the daily practice and management of GLC Legal’s...
Non-Traditional Trademarks: Scents and Sounds in Costa Rican Law
In an increasingly competitive market, product and service differentiation has become a strategic asset. Traditionally, trademarks have been...
Already incorporated your company? Don’t forget your legal books
Already incorporated your company? Don’t forget your legal books After incorporating a company, many people mistakenly believe that everything is...
Private Sector Salary Increase 2026: What Costa Rican Companies Need to Know
By Licda. Yannsi Paniagua – Labor Department, GLC Legal On October 27, 2025, the National Wage Council (CNS) approved, by majority vote, a 1.63%...
Corporate Governance for SMEs: How to Implement Good Practices Without High Costs
The term corporate governance is usually associated with large corporations or multinationals. However, Costa Rican SMEs, which account for more...
Essential Checklist After Registering a Company in Costa Rica
Incorporating a company is just the first step. Whether it’s used to hold assets or for offshore purposes (inactive), or to carry out business...