The Legal Guide to Costa Rica
Staying well-informed is paramount to navigating Costa Rica’s legal landscape without encountering difficulties. My name is Roger A. Petersen, an attorney accredited with both the Costa Rica Bar Association and the Florida Bar. I’ve authored “The Legal Guide to Costa Rica,” which is now in its 7th edition, serving as an indispensable resource for anyone looking to live, retire, invest, or conduct business in Costa Rica. This guide, organized into 17 comprehensive chapters, offers straightforward and easily digestible information covering all aspects of life, work, and business within the country. By equipping yourself with the knowledge contained in this guide, you’ll be well-prepared to make informed decisions and ensure a smooth transition to your new endeavors in Costa Rica.
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Chapter 1 – LIVING IN COSTA RICA
Chapter 2 – REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS AND FINANCING
Chapter 3 – THE CIVIL LAW SYSTEM
Chapter 4 – EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Chapter 5 – DRIVING IN COSTA RICA
Chapter 6 – STARTING A BUSINESS AND WORKING IN COSTA RICA
Chapter 7 – THE TAX SYSTEM
Chapter 8 – MARRIAGE, DIVORCE AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Chapter 9 – COMMERCIAL AND FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS
Chapter 10 – THE LEGAL PROFESSION
Chapter 11 – GOING TO COURT
Chapter 12 – WILLS, INHERITANCE & DEATH
Chapter 13 – POWERS OF ATTORNEY
Chapter 14 – THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
Chapter 15 – THE ENVIRONMENT
Chapter 16 – INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS
Chapter 17 – HEALTH AND MEDICAL CARE IN COSTA RICA
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