Department profile
BLP

Public Law

Latin America Guide 2027 : Costa Rica


BLP

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About

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BLP was the first law firm that invested in consolidating a truly specialized department with up to ten full time public law specialists, in a legal market where Public Law experts have been traditionally individual practitioners

BLP lawyers are well known, not only in the academic community, but also in the business sector. This allows us to offer clients a very unusual blend of deep academic knowledge and experience in the sector, along with good business sense. 

The wide variety of sectors in which our clients operate exemplify the range of our specialized skills. These sectors include telecomm, public utilities, mobility platforms, regulatory agencies, banks and financial institutions, chambers and associations, governmental institutions, multilateral banks, automotive retailers, privately owned companies, real estate developments, pharmaceutical companies, among others.

Industries (14)

  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Public Law - Costa Rica

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

BLP is an established regional firm that boasts a respected public law practice in Costa Rica. The team is regularly sought out to handle a range of key matters, spanning public bidding and procurement and legislative reform to contentious proceedings before the administrative and constitutional authorities.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • BLP represented Autopistas del Sol in disputes and administrative proceedings relating to the Ruta 27 highway concession, including more than 30 judicial reviews and over 300 administrative penalty proceedings, involving concession assets valued at over USD1 billion.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • BLP has been a crucial partner for us in public law matters. The team demonstrates outstanding expertise and capability, combined with a results-oriented approach to addressing client challenges.

    Public Law respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Luis Ortiz
    Band 1Luis Ortiz

    Luis Ortiz

    Reputable head of department Luis Ortiz is widely recognised for his involvement in important mandates in the Costa Rican public law sector. He represents domestic and international clients in public contracts and litigation matters.

    • Luis Ortiz is the best administrative law lawyer I have the pleasure of working with. Thanks to his support, our organisation is in a much stronger position and continues to grow.

      Public Law respondentLatin America
    • Luis Ortiz is a titan of the industry. He is an excellent adviser and a highly respected professional with deep expertise in public law and a strong commitment to his clients.

      Public Law respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at BLP (1)

Costa Rica

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