COMMERCIAL AND CORPORATE LAW
Losing Control: Cases of Founders Who Were Fired from Their Own Company
Aug 5, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Intellectual Property, Labor Law, Publications
In the business world, it's common for founders to face unexpected challenges when their companies begin to grow and attract investor attention. The intervention of these investors, who often prioritize profitability and strategic management over the founder's...
Franchises: Are They a Good Investment Opportunity?
Jun 20, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies
The franchise sector in Costa Rica has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting a strong acceptance of this business model. With a stable economy and increasing consumption, the country offers great opportunities for both national and international franchisors....
Everything you need to know about the expiration of the Inactive Companies Declaration
Mar 13, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Publications
What it is about, what are the aspects that must be taken into account when submitting it, and how non-compliance can lead to different sanctions including million-dollar fines. Key aspects of the Declaration of Inactive Companies The particularity of this type of...
All the requirements that must be met when starting a business
Feb 15, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Publications
When starting a company many doubts may arise. In this article we tell you what are the basic aspects to take into account to operate correctly. Continue to the end of the text to find out about a benefit that we know will interest you. Along with the initial...
Why Jacó is One of the Best Places to Invest in Central America
Feb 1, 2024 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Invest, Moving to Costa Rica, Publications, Real Estate Law
From being practically an uninhabited and difficult-to-access location to transforming, in just a few decades, into a dreamy and prosperous destination thanks to tourism and foreign investment. The success story of Jacó could be summarized from its past as a forgotten...
#Black Friday: how to make an offer or promotion in line with Costa Rican commercial law.
Nov 24, 2023 | Articles, Commercial and Corporate Law, Publications
Five fundamental recommendations when joining commercial actions to avoid claims and litigation. Who hasn't been tempted by the offers in advertisements that mobilize all the senses? A bombardment of well-thought-out images with their play of colors, textures, and...
Merger or Acquisition of Companies
Nov 17, 2023 | Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Publications
What is a merger or acquisition of companies and why are they carried out? Mergers and acquisitions are part of a business strategy in which two or more companies join together as one entity to grow, gain competitiveness in the market, and strengthen themselves. A...
What is a Franchise?
Nov 17, 2023 | Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Publications
A franchise is a business model that has gained prominence in Costa Rica in recent years and can be utilized by small, large, or medium-sized entrepreneurs. Through franchising, the owner of a brand, service, or business, referred to as the franchisor, grants another...
Types of Companies in Costa Rica
Nov 17, 2023 | Commercial and Corporate Law, Companies, Publications
The Corporation (Sociedad Anónima or S.A.) and the Limited Liability Company (Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada or S.R.L. or LTDA.) are the most commonly used business entities in Costa Rica for investment or engaging in commercial activities. The Corporation...
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