LAWYER PROFILE

Mariela Hernández

Latin America 2027

ECIJA

Ranked in 1 practice area

Tax

Costa Rica

7 years ranked

About

Provided by ECIJA

Latin America

Practice Areas

Tax

Litigation and Arbitration

Public and Regulatory

Career

Mariela is a partner with a recognized track record in litigation, taxation, and public law, specializing in regulatory risk management and dispute resolution.

With extensive experience in administrative and regulatory proceedings, Mariela leads the Tax and Public Law practices in Costa Rica. She is also a seasoned litigator in these areas, Mariela has advised companies across a wide range of industries, including hospitality, energy, construction, agribusiness, chemicals, and food production.

Mariela began her career as Legal Advisor to the Office of the Minister of Economy, Industry, and Commerce, where she actively participated in international forums on economic integration and consumer law.

She has also served as a postgraduate professor and thesis advisor at the University of Costa Rica.

Professional Memberships

- Member of the Costa Rican Bar Association

- Member of the Worldwide Association of Notable Alumni

- Member of the International Fiscal Association (IFA)

Education

Georgetown University

LL.M. in Law

University of Costa Rica

Law Degree with honors and Notary Public

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Costa Rica

Industry Sector Expertise

Hospitality

Energy

Construction

Agribusiness

Chemicals

Food Production

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Latin America

Tax - Costa Rica

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Department head Mariela Hernández of ECIJA is regularly instructed to act on a broad array of tax mandates, including VAT, tax planning, income taxation and representation in court proceedings in Costa Rica.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Working with Mariela Hernández is phenomenal. She is an excellent lawyer who demonstrates strong procedural expertise in tax matters.
TaxChambers Latin America