Costa Rica’s New Franchise Law: Necessary Regulation or Overregulation of the Model? The recent publication, on March 12th, 2026, in La Gaceta of Law No. 10867, “Law for the Regulation and Promotion of Franchises,” marks a milestone in Costa Rican commercial law. For...
When a person passes away, their estate does not disappear, it transforms. Understanding notarial probate proceedings in Costa Rica is essential to prevent conflicts, optimize timelines, and properly protect the interests of heirs. Is it always necessary to wait until...
Reform to the Costa Rican Commercial Code: Changes in the Representation of Shareholders in Corporate Meetings Costa Rica Commercial Code reform introduces relevant changes to shareholder and partner representation in corporate meetings. Costa Rica Commercial Code...
At the beginning of each year, many companies focus on complying with their annual ordinary shareholders’ meeting and, as part of that process, tend to review, at least in theory, the validity of their management and representation bodies. However, in practice, the...
Common Mistakes in Annual Ordinary Shareholders’ Meetings At the beginning of each year, companies enter the period in which their annual ordinary shareholders’ meeting must be held, a key obligation within the framework of corporate and business law and an essential...
