Firma de abogados Jara Rico
Firma de abogados Jara Rico

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Led by Alberto Jara Rico · San José, Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Legal Specialists — Bilingual Team with Decades in Court

Protecting your rights with decades of courtroom experience, transparent counsel, and results you can trust.

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Confidential attention Immediate response during business hours 5.0 ★ Google Reviews Bar Association Member
15K +

Cases Resolved

35 +

Years of Service

10K +

Happy Clients

Our Services

Comprehensive legal support crafted for every need

Tailored legal guidance designed to protect your interests with clarity and confidence.

Family Law
Specialty

Family Law

Divorce, custody, child support. Former Family Court Judge on the team.

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Criminal Defense
Urgent

Criminal Defense

Urgent criminal defense from day one. Call before any statement.

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Corporate Law

Corporate Law

Company formation, contracts, and legal compliance.

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Real Estate Law

Real Estate Law

Due diligence, property transactions, title reviews, and condominium law.

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Immigration Law

Immigration Law

Residency, visas, work permits, and immigration regularization.

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Labor Law

Labor Law

Wrongful dismissal, severance pay, and labor disputes.

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Notarial Services

Notarial Services

Deeds, certifications, powers of attorney, and notarial documents.

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Exclusive credential

Author of Costa Rica's Child Support Act

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Lic. Ricardo Montes G.

About Us

Our dedicated legal team simplifies complex matters by offering transparent advice, dependable communication, and personalized representation.

  • Transparent legal guidance

    Clear and honest advice at every step — no legal jargon.

  • Dependable communication

    You always know where your case stands.

  • Personalized representation

    Tailored strategies that protect your specific interests.

  • Proven track record

    Over 15,000 cases resolved with integrity.

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Our Expert Legal Team

Expert Attorneys
Ready to Support You

Led by founding partner Alberto Jara Rico, our team brings deep judicial experience, international training and bilingual service to every case.

Alberto Jara Rico
Firm Director

Alberto Jara Rico

Firm Director · Founding Partner

Master in Criminal Law — Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
Ricardo Montes Guevara
Author of the Alimony Law

Ricardo Montes Guevara

Attorney · Family Law Specialist

Law Degree — Costa Rica
Álvaro Ramírez Largaespada
25 years as Family Court Judge

Álvaro Ramírez Largaespada

Attorney · Family Law Specialist

33 years of experience in Family Law
Terry Steele
Bilingual EN/ES · FIU Law

Terry Steele

Bilingual Attorney

J.D. — Florida International University (Miami, USA)
Allan Morales Brenes

Allan Morales Brenes

Attorney and Notary

Law graduate
Willy Flores González
Former Public Defender 2010–2022

Willy Flores González

Master in Law · Trial Attorney and Notary

Law Degree
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Trusted by Clients

Clients share their genuine experiences with us

From individuals who trusted our guidance and achieved meaningful results through our supportive and professional approach.

Our Legal Process

Your Journey Toward the Right Legal Solution

Our structured process helps you move forward with clarity and confidence at every step.

01

Detailed Case Understanding

We listen carefully to every detail of your situation — no judgment, full confidentiality.

02

Research & Strategic Planning

We analyze precedents, evidence and strategies to present the strongest possible case.

03

Legal Case Representation

We represent you confidently in every hearing, negotiation, and judicial proceeding.

04

Resolution & Ongoing Support

We guide you through the final resolution and remain available for any follow-up needs.

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Expat Legal Services

Full legal services in Costa Rica — in English

From family law to real estate, criminal defense to business formation — our bilingual team handles your entire legal situation in English. No translation barriers. No surprises.

Family Law & Divorce
Property Purchase
Business Formation
Criminal Defense
Immigration & Residency
Estate Planning
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Alberto Jara Rico — Firm Director · Founding Partner
Firm Director

Alberto Jara Rico

Firm Director · Founding Partner

Master in Criminal Law — U. Latina

Attorney & Public Notary — Costa Rica

Diploma in Property Brokerage — Chile

Terry Steele — FIU Law · Florida International University
Bilingual EN/ES · FIU Law

Terry Steele

FIU Law · Florida International University

J.D. — Florida International University (Miami)

LL.B. with Honors — U. Latina de Costa Rica

LL.B. with Honors — U. San José de Costa Rica

Ricardo Montes Guevara — Family Law Specialist
Author of the Alimony Law

Ricardo Montes Guevara

Family Law Specialist

Creator of Costa Rica's Alimony Law

Former Alimony Judge

Professor at the Judicial School

Álvaro Ramírez Largaespada — Family Law Specialist
25 yrs as Family Court Judge

Álvaro Ramírez Largaespada

Family Law Specialist

33 years of experience in Family Law

25 years as Family & Domestic Violence Judge

5 years as Juvenile Criminal Judge

Luis Roberto Zamora — Doctor of Law · Human Rights
Constitutional & Human Rights

Luis Roberto Zamora

Doctor of Law · Human Rights

Doctor of Law (2008)

Human rights in armed conflict (Ireland)

International Coordinator — Peace Boat (Nobel Peace Prize 2017)

Willy Flores González — Master in Criminal Law · Notary
Former Public Defender 2010–2022

Willy Flores González

Master in Criminal Law · Notary

Master in Criminal Law

Master in Legal Argumentation

Specialty in Notarial & Registry Law

Bilingual legal experts. English service. Costa Rica expertise.

Your Legal Questions

Your Legal Queries, Answered

We provide clear information to help you understand your legal options and what to expect at every step.

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Call us at (+506) 2221-0122, send a WhatsApp to (+506) 8746-2888, or fill out the contact form. We respond the same business day.
Yes, completely. Everything you share is covered by attorney-client privilege. We do not share any information about your case without your authorization.
We cover 7 practice areas: Family Law, Criminal Defense, Corporate, Tax, Administrative, Constitutional, Civil, and Real Estate Law.
It depends on the type and complexity. A mutual consent divorce takes 2–4 months; contested cases can take 12+ months. We give you a realistic estimate from the start.
We offer a confidential initial consultation to understand your situation, then provide a transparent fee estimate before any commitment is made.
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Our attorneys answer Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. Urgent criminal matters receive priority.

Main line

(+506) 2221-0122

WhatsApp

(+506) 8746-2888

Our office

Edificio Torres Paseo Colón, Piso 7, Of. 702A
San José, Costa Rica

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Need legal support you can trust?

Our expert team provides clear guidance, strong representation, and confidential case handling — in English.

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Confidential attention Immediate response during business hours 5.0 ★ Google Reviews Bar Association Member

Confidential · Initial consultation · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

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