Labour & Employment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Costa Rica
Band 3
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+506 2105 3600About
Provided by Facio & Cañas
We are leaders in the generation of specialized knowledge in labour matters, by advising clients in all matters related to employment, including Immigration, dismissals, and due diligence processes for M&A. Our clients include the most important companies doing business in the country, including many foreign multinationals. We have a strong practice of litigation, specialized in highly complex cases. We have also developed an innovative service consisting in designing and restructuring tailored compensation packages.
Our department is also the leader in sports law employment issues, as we represent the majority of professional soccer players through the local Association of Players, which linked to FIFPRO (the World confederation of unions of football players).
This year we have provided effective advice to over 400 clients represented by local managers, GC, executives and HR chiefs regarding the recently enacted Procedural Labor Reform Act.
Chambers Review
Facio & Cañas is valued for its experience in labour and employment matters in Costa Rica. The respected full-service firm has noteworthy experience in a wide range of employment mandates, including terminations, discrimination claims and the recognition of labour rights. The team's client roster comprises names from several industries, including sport, food and beverages, and healthcare. Wind River Systems Costa Rica and JG Ingenieros Asociados are the firm's new client wins.
Work Highlights
- Facio & Cañas advised Thomson Reuters on the employment aspects of Thomson Reuters Elite's buyout by TPG.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Facio & Cañas's level of responsiveness and overall service is exceptional. We are proud to have them as our legal partners, and we trust them completely to handle our legal needs."
"Facio & Cañas's level of responsiveness and overall service is exceptional. We are proud to have them as our legal partners, and we trust them completely to handle our legal needs."
Notable Practitioners
Department head Luis Sánchez is highlighted by market interviewees for his activity in the sphere of labour and employment in Costa Rica.
"Luis Sánchez stands out for his leadership skills, patience and ability to explain things in a way that non-legal experts can grasp."
Associate-to-watch Graciela Soto joins the rankings this year after receiving praise from interviewees for her acumen in labour law in Costa Rica.
"Graciela Soto demonstrates ample knowledge, analytical capabilities and proactivity."
Ranked Lawyers at
Facio & Cañas
Costa Rica
Members
Provided by Facio & Cañas
Katherine Zamora
Maria Jose Soto
Mario Navarro
Mauricio Bolaños
Nelson Loaiza