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ECIJA is distinguished by its capabilities in cross-border matters, benefitting from the firm’s presence in multiple jurisdictions in Latin America and its recent alliance with Taylor Wessing LLP, which has strengthened its ability to advise key players in the digital economy. The team has an excellent record of advising prominent multinationals on M&A deals and the launch and reorganisation of their operations in the region, in addition to providing support with compliance issues and free trade zone matters. Practice head Guillermo Zúñiga, who is praised for his ‘in-depth knowledge of his field’, with complementary expertise in the real estate and renewable energy sectors, is a go-to adviser to foreign investors in Costa Rica. He is ably supported by energy sector specialist Mariela Hernández, Monserrat Soto Roig, who was promoted to partner in September 2024 and is skilled in the coordination of multi-jurisdictional projects, and senior associate Warren Corrales. Clients also benefit from the firm’s ECIJA Tech offering, which provides customised project management tools. The firm further strengthened its presence in Costa Rica in March 2025 through the incorporation of local boutique Acacia Legal, with experienced corporate practitioners Evelyn Galán and Elissa Stoffels joining as senior counsel.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team stand out for their effective legal advice and their sensitivity to the sense of urgency required for certain matters, in addition to the ease of having a single point of contact to manage all regional issues.’

  • ‘They understood the sense of urgency we felt, they had the knowledge and ability to give me the best legal advice, and they put themselves in my shoes.’

  • ‘In my experience, it's a well-coordinated team. They bring their knowledge and experience in their various fields together in a consistent manner, helping projects move in the desired direction.’

  • ‘Guillermo Zúñiga stands out for his high level of involvement in our matters, his aim to propose and facilitate simple and pragmatic solutions, his in-depth knowledge of his field, and for serving as a trusted personal contact.’

  • 'We have been working with ECIJA for more than 10 years. The firm's advisory services are excellent and highly recommended, and its knowledge of the subject matter always exceeds expectations, offering seriousness, commitment and ensuring that the work is always of a high quality and in line with what is requested.'

Key clients

  • Pfizer
  • Sanofi
  • Opella Healthcare
  • Second Street
  • UPL
  • Herbalife of America
  • PedidosYa/Delivery Hero
  • Hunt Energy Horizons
  • Grupo Profarmaco
  • Chiquita Brands
  • Croc's Resort & Casino
  • Petm Costa Rica (PetSmart)

Work highlights

Assisted Opella Healthcare Colombia, the local subsidiary of Opella Healthcare, in the divestment of the assets related to three products in Colombia and Ecuador.
Assisted Second Street with analysing and creating a legal scheme to provide mortgaged loans to foreigners in Costa Rica, based on the customary rules and terms in the US.
Advising on potential separation scenarios after Opella Healthcare became a standalone global business unit within Sanofi.

Practice head

Guillermo Zúñiga