by Erp Lawyers | Oct 27, 2025 | Articles, Invest
The trust: a key tool to protect your investment in Costa Rica Are you living in Costa Rica as a foreigner or planning to invest in the country? If so, you should learn about the Costa Rican trust, a legal tool that allows you to protect your assets, avoid unnecessary...
by Erp Lawyers | Oct 6, 2025 | Articles, Inheritance Law
The term ‘usufruct’ may sound complex, but in Costa Rica it is a simple and powerful legal figure that allows you to transfer a property while retaining the right to use and enjoy it for life. It is a commonly used tool for estate planning, family...
by Erp Lawyers | Oct 6, 2025 | Articles, Real Estate Law
Buying a property in Costa Rica is a significant decision, full of excitement and potential. However, beyond the beauty of the location, it is crucial for you to understand the legal differences between the available options: a lot, an already-built house, or a...
by Erp Lawyers | Sep 23, 2025 | Articles, Invest, Moving to Costa Rica
2025 marks a pivotal year for Canadian investors looking to diversify their portfolios in Latin America. Costa Rica, known for its political stability and commitment to sustainability, stands as a key commercial partner. The sustained growth in the flow of Canadians...
by Erp Lawyers | Sep 16, 2025 | Articles, Public Law
More and more families in Costa Rica are made up of second partnerships and children from previous relationships. However, few people know how inheritance is legally distributed in these cases. What happens if someone dies leaving behind children from different...
by Erp Lawyers | Sep 1, 2025 | Articles, Judicial Collection
A recent court ruling in Costa Rica brings good news for companies dealing with late-paying clients: it is no longer essential for an electronic invoice to be signed in order to initiate a judicial collection process. The Civil and Labor Court of Appeals of Alajuela...
