Labour & Employment
Latin America Guide 2025 : Costa Rica
Band 1
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Founded in 1997, BDS Asesores is the leading Firm of Lawyers specialized in Labor Law in Central America, Panama and Dominican Republic, certified ISO 9001:2015 and recognized with the Great Place to Work® certification obtained by the company’s headquarters in Costa Rica.
Currently, we have opened offices in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Panama, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala and Nicaragua. We maintain specialized practices and services. This allows us to assist companies and institutions in their decision-making process in Private and Public Labor and Employment Law, Litigation, Immigration, Human Resources and Payroll Administration, with an integral service in mind.
Effective October 1, 2013, BDS Asesores has combined with U.S.-based law firm Littler Mendelson, P.C. (Littler), the world’s largest labor and employment firm representing management, to serve multinational clients seeking labor and employment solutions throughout the United States and Latin America.
This move further solidifies the firm’s position as the premier provider of labor and employment legal services in Costa Rica and throughout the region. BDS Asesores will join with Littler in an integrated worldwide strategy under the name Littler Global, aligning their successful practices into seamless client service across national borders.
Chambers Review
BDS Asesores possesses a stellar practice group that commands a leading reputation in the Costa Rican labour and employment arena. The boutique regularly advises clients on individual and administrative disputes, including alleged union discrimination, unpaid overtime and harassment claims. The law firm's strong bench is highly experienced in the restructuring of labour operations, as well as in advising on the employment aspects of M&A transactions. BDS Asesores has gained further recognition for its activity on internal labour audits and terminations, and acts for notable names from the technology, manufacturing and pharmaceutical sectors.
Work Highlights
- BDS Asesores' labour and employment lawyers represented Thomson Reuters in an investigation of a sexual harassment claim as in the related lawsuit.
Strengths
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"It is a pleasure to work with BDS Asesores because its lawyers are always available and flexible. They find different solutions and predict possible outcomes, making decision-making easier for us."
"BDS Asesores' team delivers great service with good response times, a willingness to meet the company's requirements, and a sense of urgency.Their reliable opinions provide us with peace of mind."
"It is a pleasure to work with BDS Asesores because its lawyers are always available and flexible. They find different solutions and predict possible outcomes, making decision-making easier for us."
"BDS Asesores' team delivers great service with good response times, a willingness to meet the company's requirements, and a sense of urgency.Their reliable opinions provide us with peace of mind."
Notable Practitioners
Dynamic department head Marco Durante Calvo is a leading lawyer within the Costa Rican labour and employment ambit.
"Marco Durante Calvo provides a very high level of client service. He is very knowledgeable and practical in providing his legal advice."
"Marco Durante Calvo is a client-driven adviser and an outstanding professional."
Esteemed practitioner Francisco Salas Chaves is highly praised by interviewees for his activity advising clients on labour mandates in Costa Rica.
"Francisco Salas Chaves has extensive expertise in our industry and uses his knowledge to assist us in making sound decisions."
Partner José Joaquín Acuña Solís remains an important name within the Costa Rican labour and employment field.
"José Joaquín Acuña Solís is always available, with a great attitude towards service and a quick response. It is a pleasure to work with him."
Respected practitioner Oscar Corrales Retana is well regarded by market commentators for his presence in Costa Rica's labour and employment sphere.
"I recommend Oscar Corrales Retana for labour law. He offers a strong skill set and keeps his clients up to date."
Associate-to-watch Lucía Solorzano is noted for her assistance to clients on labour matters.
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Costa Rica
Members
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Alejandro Trejos
Cristhian Monge Arce
Efraín Zapata Muñoz
Marco Arias Arguedas
Head of Department
Ronald Gutiérrez Abarca
Industries
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