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Corporate/M&A - Costa Rica
What the Team is Known For
Alta Batalla is a well-known full-service outfit that possesses an acclaimed corporate department. Its experienced Costa Rican team handles local and cross-border M&A transactions and related due diligence, as well as investment rounds. The law firm's established department offers additional strength in non-transactional work, such as corporate governance and capitalisation.
Strengths
"Alta Batalla's team is always a step ahead in the negotiations. They are well prepared for all questions and provide always a clear proposal."
"Team members at Alta Batalla are incredibly efficient and responsive."
Notable practitioners
Well-regarded co-head of department Rodrigo Zelaya is reputed in the market for acting on acquisitions and investments for well-known domestic corporations as well as private equity funds.
"Rodrigo stands out; he is a really good lawyer."
Partner Alejandro Batalla is active within the Costa Rican corporate and M&A arena, with his expertise also encompassing an in-depth understanding of the dispute resolution and public law fields.
"Alejandro Batalla is a very good professional."
Up-and-coming partner José María Pacheco frequently assists with domestic transactions including acquisitions.
"José María Pacheco's quality work and transversal view of the project, as well as his negotiation skills, have pleasantly surprised me."