- +506-8342-8989
- Denise.Mora@EscrowAndTrustAdvisors.com
- Los Yoses, San José, Costa Rica
Legal Advisory in Costa Rica is a specialized service designed to help individuals and businesses comply with the law and safeguard their interests. At Escrow & Trust Advisors, we provide expert legal guidance across key areas, assisting clients in making informed decisions and structuring their businesses or assets with confidence and efficiency.
How does it works?
1. Escrow & Trust Advisors assesses the client’s situation and specific needs.
2. Guidance is provided on the best options and strategies to comply with current regulations.
3. All documentation and procedures are handled to ensure everything is done in accordance with Costa Rican law.
We provide legal guidance for the purchase, sale, and management of real estate, ensuring that each transaction is carried out safely and in compliance with the law.
How does it work?
Escrow & Trust Advisors reviews contracts, verifies the legal status of properties, and advises clients to help prevent legal issues in their transactions. We also manage procedures such as registrations, deeds, and permits.
Example: Someone wants to purchase a property, but before signing, they need to ensure there are no liens or legal issues. Escrow & Trust Advisors reviews the documentation and guarantees that the transaction is carried out with full legal certainty.
We assist foreign individuals in obtaining residence, work permits, and other immigration-related services efficiently and in accordance with current regulations.
How does it work?
Escrow & Trust Advisors guides clients through every step of the process, gathering the required documents, completing forms, and submitting applications to the relevant authorities.
Example: A foreign investor wants to settle in Costa Rica and needs to obtain residency. Escrow & Trust Advisors provides guidance to ensure all requirements are met, helping avoid unnecessary delays or rejections.
We assist in the creation, structuring, and management of companies, ensuring compliance with the country’s legal and tax regulations.
How does it work?
Escrow & Trust Advisors provides guidance on choosing the most appropriate legal entity, drafts bylaws, handles registrations, and helps businesses remain compliant with their legal obligations.
Example: Two business partners want to start a company in Costa Rica and need to incorporate a legal entity. Escrow & Trust Advisors guides them through the process, drafts the legal documents, and manages the official registration so they can operate smoothly.
We organize and safeguard assets to ensure their proper management and future distribution, preventing conflicts among heirs or third parties.
How does it work?
Escrow & Trust Advisors helps structure trusts, wills, and other legal mechanisms to protect clients’ assets, ensuring they are distributed according to their wishes.
Example: A business owner wants to ensure that their assets are distributed fairly among their children without legal disputes. Escrow & Trust Advisors develops a legal plan so the estate remains protected and is administered according to their intentions.
We ensure that individuals and companies comply with regulations against money laundering, terrorism financing, and other illicit activities such as drug trafficking and related crimes—helping avoid sanctions and legal issues.
How does it work?
Escrow & Trust Advisors provides guidance on implementing internal controls, regulatory reporting, and due diligence processes to comply with Law 7786. Additionally, we help prevent money laundering by ensuring that funds used in transactions are of legal origin and that proper mechanisms are in place to detect and report suspicious activity.
Example: An investment firm needs to comply with anti-money laundering regulations to operate safely. Escrow & Trust Advisors helps implement client verification processes, internal audits, and reports of suspicious transactions, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
Experts in Trusts, Escrow Services, and Legal Advisory in Costa Rica — we protect and manage your assets through secure, tailored solutions that meet your specific needs.
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DISCLAIMER: E&T Escrow and Trust Advisors S.R.L. is supervised solely in matters related to the prevention of money laundering, terrorism financing, and weapons of mass destruction, in accordance with the regulations of the Costa Rican Financial Intelligence Unit (ICD). SUGEF does not oversee its financial activities, nor does it guarantee its security, stability, or solvency. As a regulated entity, we comply with Costa Rican regulations and apply due diligence policies to every transaction.
