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What to Bring to Your First Legal Consultation
A practical list of the documents and information worth preparing to make the most of your consultation with an attorney or notary.
Translated from the Spanish original. If there is any discrepancy between the two versions, the Spanish text prevails. Read the original in Spanish.
A well-prepared consultation allows your attorney to understand your case quickly and give you more precise guidance. These recommendations will help you get the most out of it.
General documents
- Your valid identification document (Costa Rican ID card, DIMEX residence card or passport).
- If you are acting on behalf of a company, a current certificate of legal standing (personería jurídica).
- Any document you have received or signed related to the matter: contracts, letters, notices, rulings or receipts.
Depending on the type of matter
- Real estate or vehicles: the property registration number (finca) or plate number and, if you have one, a recent registry search.
- Employment matters: your dismissal or resignation letter, pay slips and your employment contract, if there is one.
- Probate proceedings: the death certificate and information about the assets and the potential heirs.
- Ongoing court or administrative proceedings: the case file number and the most recent ruling you received, with the date you were notified.
Prepare your questions
Before the meeting, write down what you want to know. For example, what options you have, how long the matter might take and what the approximate cost would be. That way you won’t forget anything important.
A final tip: watch the deadlines
Many legal procedures have short deadlines that cannot be recovered once they expire. If you have received a notice, consult us as soon as possible.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice for any specific case. To discuss your situation, book a consultation.