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Dentons Central America

Labour & Employment

Latin America Guide 2027 : Costa Rica


Dentons Central America

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Employment and Labor Dentons Central America

Developing a favorable labor structure is essential for building a prosperous business in Central America. From individual employment arrangements to collective bargaining agreements, and from navigating internal labor regulations to designing effective company policies, clients rely on our experienced Employment and Labor law practice, supported by cross-border expertise, to establish the framework necessary for success in the region.

By integrating proven corporate and labor structures with tailored employment agreements, we help management foster a healthy and productive working environment while addressing critical immigration issues across borders.

We advise clients on all aspects of labor contracts, including preventive guidance, drafting and filing internal labor regulations, registering with employment authorities, modifying employment terms and conditions, terminating employment relationships, and managing immigration, labor mediation, arbitration, and litigation, all with a comprehensive understanding of cross-border complexities.

Benefit from a one- stop- shop firm connected to every country in the region where you do business. Let us help you mitigate labor risk exposure and liability, enabling you to assess your positions effectively and maximize value in the region.

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Labour & Employment - Costa Rica

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Dentons Central America boasts a strong labour and employment department. The respected international firm offers expertise spanning a wide array of matters in this area, including the drafting of employee contracts, terminations and collective bargaining. The legal team is also adept at representing clients in labour litigation proceedings, as well as advising on immigration issues. The department's client roster includes Costa Rican and international clients from different industries such as food and beverage, technology and life sciences.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons Central America advised Starbucks on a mutual termination agreement with an employee, assisting with structuring, documentation and risk assessment regarding termination arrangements under Costa Rican labour law.

Strengths

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  • Dentons Central America is our first point of reference for decisions relating to labour and employment matters. The firm goes beyond what the client requests, providing additional information, perspective and risk analysis that facilitate decision-making.

    Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Anna Karina Jiménez
    Band 3Anna Karina Jiménez

    Anna Karina Jiménez

    Head of department Anna Karina Jiménez boasts an established presence in the Costa Rican labour law market.
    • Anna Karina Jiménez is an excellent lawyer with strong knowledge of the business and solid expertise in labour and employment law.

      Labour & Employment respondentLatin America

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