Commercial Law
Commercial Print E-mail

Supply, distribution, representation and production contracts, agreements and regulatory compliance related to research and development and technology transfer contracts, leases of equipment and machinery, acquisition and divestment of assets, advice on Costa Rican free zones and "maquila" operations and contracts.

 
Enviromental & Energy resources Print E-mail

Drafting and preparation of projects and all related documentation of co-generation projects, investments in Costa Rican utilities, regulatory compliance, public biddings, contracts and negotiations with public entities.

 
Finance, banking, securities, and foreign exchange transaction Print E-mail

Structuring securities issues, debt restructuring, stand-by and revolving credit and loan facilities, domestic and international foreign-trade credits, financing for business development in tourism, real estate, and other areas, bills of exchange, letters of credit, promissory notes, guaranty and acceptance facilities, venture capital financing, placement and restructuring of private debts in Costa Rica, aircraft and shipping leases and financing structures; establishment of banks and finance corporations; advising banks on financial regulations and foreign exchange norms.

 
Government and regulatory matters and public bids Print E-mail

Representation and advice before governmental regulatory bodies and authorities regarding bidding, permits, licenses, and approvals, negotiations concerning new technology and systems subject to regulation, privatization of government-owned enterprises.

 
International, Central American, Caribbean, and North American trade Print E-mail

Counsel on all cross-border trade-related matters, including the Caribbean Basin Initiative, the North American Free Trade and preferential trade arrangements with the United States, Mexico, Chile, Central American and other Latin American nations; letters of credit and bills of exchange, import-export requirements, counsel on unfair practices, dumping and countervailing duty issues, international and regional customs-related issues.

 

Philosophy and Commitment

The most important tenet of the firm's philosophy is to offer clients the best legal services based on sound legal work, analysis and experience. This practice is combined with an open and innovative professional outlook to keep ready pace with national and international developments.

Guardia & Asociados is committed to:

  • Permanent development of a corporate legal practice recognized for its soundness, expertise, and scope.
  • Serving clients in strict accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards by a team of quilified attorneys.
  • Developing innovative legal solutions on behalf of clients while operating in a dynamic and increasingly interdependent legal, economic, commercial, and financial environment.
  • Timely and efficient communication of legal developments that are affecting the business activities and other interests of our clients.