by Erp Lawyers | Nov 2, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Inheritance Law
The Costa Rican company that began with an ointment has expanded its product range and turned its development and manufacturing expertise into a service for other brands. Zepol’s story offers a useful look at how a business can change—and what it takes to carry...
by Erp Lawyers | Oct 12, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Obligations and Taxes
Company email registration in Costa Rica is mandatory for commercial companies, whether active or inactive. This includes companies that simply hold property without carrying on a business. They need a registered email address to receive official notices. After...
by Erp Lawyers | Sep 16, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies
A family business can grow for years on agreements that everyone believes they understand but no one has written down. The difficulty often emerges when a new generation joins the company, a relative wants to sell their stake, or an important decision divides two...
by Erp Lawyers | Aug 18, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law
When business owners are ready to formalize their operations in Costa Rica, one of the first questions they often ask is: Should I set up a Corporation (S.A.) or an LLC (SRL)? The answer does not depend solely on the current size of the business. Before choosing a...
by Erp Lawyers | Aug 5, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law
Introduction Opening a Limited Liability Company (LLC), known in Costa Rica as a Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (SRL), is one of the most common ways to start a business in the country. It offers liability protection, a simple management structure, and...
by Erp Lawyers | Jul 20, 2026 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Commercial Law Patents, Companies, Invest
Introduction How does a single-location business grow into an international franchise? The answer rarely lies in having a great product alone. Behind every successful franchise is a business strategy capable of transforming a promising idea into a scalable business...
