Effective management of labor holidays is essential to ensure operational continuity and regulatory compliance, particularly for organizations operating across multiple Central American jurisdictions. With this in mind, the Labor & Employment team at BLP presents the 2026 Labor Holiday Calendar, a comprehensive resource that consolidates the official holidays of Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras,…
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At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, News, Nicaragua
BLP Recognized Among Latin America’s Leading Law Firms by Latin Lawyer
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Nov
Nov
Sources: M&A deals dipped across Latin America in H1 2025 Which LatAm partners advised on most M&A deals in H1 2025? Which LatAm debt capital markets partners were the busiest in H1 2025? Regional Recognition in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Renowned publication Latin Lawyer has once again recognized BLP as one of the leading M&A…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Telecommunications, Media & Technology
Regulating New Technologies in Central America: Follow Global Trends or Reinvent the Wheel?
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Nov
Nov
León WeinstokDirector, Costa RicaE-mail The rapid pace of technological development in recent years has challenged the ability of countries to adapt their regulatory frameworks quickly and effectively. In Central America, this tension is particularly pronounced, given the structural lag in innovation, digital infrastructure, and technology governance. The region faces a crucial dilemma: should it adopt…
At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Environment, Health & Safety, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua
BLP Wins Two LatinFinance 2025 Awards for Infrastructure Leadership in Central America
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Oct
Oct
San José, October 2, 2025. Recognized for Legal Excellence and Transformative Project Structuring in the Region BLP has received two prestigious awards from the 2025 LatinFinance Project & Infrastructure Finance Awards: Infrastructure Law Firm of the Year – Central America Infrastructure Financing of the Year – Central America, for the San Cristóbal Green Academics and…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Dispute Resolution
The Arbitration Clause in Lease Agreements: Practical and Legal Implications of Not Excluding Eviction
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Sep
Sep
Author Felipe Fernández Associate Costa Rica E-mail Arbitration clauses in real estate contracts have become increasingly common, primarily because of the advantages arbitration offers as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism: greater speed, confidentiality, and technical specialization of arbitrators. However, there are situations in which such a clause can be counterproductive and, instead of providing efficiency…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Public Law, Public Procurement & Regulation
The Expert Committee in Major Public Works Tenders
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Sep
Sep
Author Francisco Obando Director Costa Rica E-mail If you are planning to participate as a bidder in a major public works tender (such as highways, aqueducts, public buildings, ports, etc.), note that the Public Procurement Law (LGCP) requires the mandatory establishment of an Expert Committee as part of the dispute resolution mechanisms during contract execution….
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Global Mobility & Relocation
Global Entry and Its Impact on the International Mobility of Costa Ricans
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Sep
Sep
Author Natalia Solórzano Associate Costa Rica E-mail Global Entry and Its Impact on the International Mobility of Costa Ricans Costa Rica’s recent inclusion in the Global Entry program marks a significant shift in the dynamics of international mobility between the two countries. This agreement not only streamlines the entry process for frequent travelers to the…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, Tax
ATENA System: A Step Forward in Costa Rica’s Customs Modernization
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Jul
Jul
The Superintendency of Tax Administration (SAT) of Guatemala has introduced new provisions aimed at strengthening tax compliance and improving control mechanisms within the country. These measures include updates to reporting obligations, adjustments to existing procedures, and the implementation of new digital tools designed to facilitate interaction between taxpayers and the tax authority. The changes are…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica, Intellectual Property
New Companies in Costa Rica Will No Longer Have a Legal Name in Their Corporate Title
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Jul
Jul
As of May 2025, a reform to Costa Rica’s Commercial Code has come into effect, eliminating the requirement for legal names (corporate name or trade name) for corporations (S.A.) and limited liability companies (S.R.L.). Under this reform, newly incorporated companies will be identified solely by their corporate identification number (cédula jurídica), which is automatically assigned…
Analysis, At BLP, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
The Importance of Due Diligence in a Successful Purchase and Sale Agreement
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Jun
Jun
https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/La-importancia-del-DD_FOTO-Aurora-Solis.jpg Aurora Solís Senior Associate Costa Rica E-mail What is due diligence, and why does it matter? As a purchase and sale transaction approaches closing—whether involving a company, real estate, or other valuable asset—it is natural for the parties to want to finalize it quickly. However, in the rush to sign, a fundamental step is…