If your company is establishing in Costa Rica or expanding in our country, probably you will need to formalize some commercial and business oriented alliances. The ability to determine mutually beneficial strategic alliances and successfully implement those alliances is fast becoming a sought after competency.

Our attorneys not only have broad experience consulting companies in all legal aspects of forming these alliances, but also have been responsible of forming alliances working as managers of companies.

Selecting the right strategic partner is an essential aspect of any business venture. Due diligence will require analysis of issues such as partner reputation, financial and technical resources available to the partner, and complementary corporate cultures.

The legal issues involved in business alliances are complex, and should always be reviewed by a qualified Costarican business attorney.

Eeven though such arrangements often hold great promise, there are risks, so care must be taken in negotiation arrangements (including precautions for technology safeguards, dispute resolution and termination) and, once achieved in maintaining the relationship.

CBA can help you answer the typical questions around business alliances in Costa Rica:

• Are there legal reasons for forming a strategic alliance in Costa Rica?
• What are some of the drawbacks of a strategic alliance?
• What are some examples of a strategic alliances in Costa Rica?
• What are some of the practical considerations that need to be considered on a strategic alliance?
• What kind of legal planning should go into a strategic alliance in Costa Rica?
• Why should I be concerned about how a strategic alliance is structured ?
• Is there any particular approval process required to form a strategic alliance in Costa Rica?
• What legal approvals are of concern in a strategic alliance?
• Are there any concerns about a strategic alliance being illegal in Costa Rica?