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We Are GM Attorneys

We Are GM Attorneys

We are an exclusive boutique law firm. Clarity, Transparency, Legal Certainty.

WE ARE the premier boutique legal firm specializing in Luxury Real Estate. Maintaining the highest standards of excellence and delivering premium service to our valued clients, while contributing to the well-being and sustainability of our local environment.

Commitment

“GM Attorneys is exceptionally responsive, combining outstanding professionalism with a genuinely personal approach. Their team is knowledgeable, approachable, and a pleasure to work with. They make complex legal matters feel manageable while ensuring clients feel supported and confident throughout the process.”

— Canadian Real Estate Investor

Integrity

“What stands out most about GM Attorneys is the integrity of their team. Every recommendation and every action is guided by a genuine commitment to doing what is right and in the best interests of their clients.”

— CEO, U.S. Real Estate Development Company

Excellence

“One of the greatest advantages of working with GM Attorneys is their strong local presence. Their team is accessible, engaged, and genuinely connected to the communities they serve. Clients can meet with them personally, fostering trust and confidence while benefiting from legal counsel that combines local insight with extensive experience.”

— Owner, Hospitality & Tourism Business

  1. Flamingo

    Flamingo

    Since2002

    The GM Attorneys office in Flamingo emerged as the result of years of work and a sustained presence in the area. Long before establishing a physical office, our team represented from San José the legal interests of major developers and investors connected to this destination's growth.

    Through complex litigation and significant real estate matters, we had the opportunity to serve clients who placed their trust in our firm for the protection of their projects and investments. That experience gave us a deep understanding of the legal, business, and development landscape of the region.

    Over time, the growing need to provide closer and more efficient service made it clear how important it was to have a permanent presence in Flamingo. The excellent results achieved and the relationships built over the years drove us to open a local office to continue serving our clients directly.

    Today, our Flamingo office reflects GM Attorneys' commitment to being where our clients need us, offering strategic legal counsel backed by a deep knowledge of the region's real estate market and development landscape.

  2. Tamarindo

    Tamarindo

    Since2006

    The opening of our Tamarindo office represented a natural step in the evolution of GM Attorneys' presence in the Guanacaste region. Following the establishment of our Flamingo office and the sustained growth of our legal practice in the area, we identified the need to expand our capacity to meet the growing demand from clients and investors in one of Costa Rica's most dynamic markets.

    For years, our team advised major developers, investors, and property owners involved in significant real estate and tourism projects. The experience accumulated in the region allowed us to develop a deep understanding of the legal challenges associated with Tamarindo's growth and development.

    The opening of this office strengthened our ability to provide closer, more efficient, and more personalized service, allowing us to directly support those who continue to drive the community's development.

    Today, the Tamarindo office reflects GM Attorneys' ongoing commitment to legal excellence, accessibility, and personalized service, offering strategic counsel backed by decades of experience in the region's real estate, corporate, and investment markets.

  3. Nosara

    Nosara

    Since2018

    The opening of our Nosara office in 2018 was the result of a long-term strategic vision and the conviction that this community would emerge as one of Costa Rica's most important destinations for investment, real estate development, and sustainable growth.

    Before establishing a permanent presence in the area, our team had already supported developers, investors, and property owners across a range of legal matters involving real estate projects, complex disputes, and the protection of significant assets. That experience gave us a clear understanding that Nosara represented a market with unique characteristics, its own dynamics, and legal needs distinct from those of other destinations in the country.

    With a firm commitment to the region's growth, GM Attorneys decided to establish a local office to provide closer, more agile, and more specialized service — aligned with the opportunities and challenges that come with a community in constant evolution.

    Today, our Nosara office is the most recent addition to the GM Attorneys network and reflects our commitment to serving both national and international clients with strategic legal counsel, a deep knowledge of the local market, and a direct presence where it matters most.

  4. San José

    San José

    Since1978

    The GM Attorneys office in San José represents the origin of a professional journey that began in the late 1970s, at a time when legal practice in Costa Rica was carried out primarily by independent practitioners or small associations focused on sharing operational resources.

    From its very beginning, the firm distinguished itself through a vision that was innovative for its time, committed to integrating support staff and a work structure oriented toward efficiency and client service. While much of legal practice operated under traditional models, GM Attorneys adopted a more organized and collaborative approach that laid the groundwork for its future growth.

    During those early years, practice was primarily focused on litigation, particularly in criminal and civil matters. The experience gained, combined with a solid professional reputation, led other attorneys and established firms to trust GM Attorneys with the representation of complex cases requiring extensive courtroom experience.

    Over time, the confidence of clients and colleagues opened new opportunities for growth and expansion. Involvement in significant commercial, real estate, and investment matters allowed the firm to extend its presence beyond the Central Valley and develop long-term relationships in some of the country's fastest-growing regions.

Where to find us

We found 4 locations near you:

GM Attorneys — Flamingo

Commercial Center Arenas, Office #3, Playa Flamingo, Cabo Velas, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste 50308, Costa Rica

GM Attorneys — Tamarindo

Russell E. Wenrich Building, 2nd Floor, Office #1, Tamarindo, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste 50309, Costa Rica

GM Attorneys — Nosara

Next to Safari Vet, Nosara, Nicoya, Guanacaste 50406, Costa Rica

GM Attorneys — Los Yoses

Casa Jorgran, Ave. 2 & 8, Calle 37, Los Yoses, San Pedro, Montes de Oca, San José 10800, Costa Rica

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions from Foreign Investors and Property Owners in Costa Rica

Closing costs are generally estimated at approximately 4~5% of the purchase price or registered value, whichever is greater. These costs may include: Notary fees. VAT. Transfer tax. Registration stamps. Registration duties. Escrow fees. Additional costs may include corporate setup fees, inspections, surveys, powers of attorney, utility transfers, and post-closing compliance filings.

An escrow account provides security for both buyer and seller by ensuring that funds are held by an independent third party until all contractual conditions have been satisfied. Key benefits include: Protection against fraud. Transparent handling of funds. Reduced transaction risk. Proper coordination and logistics of closing requirements. Escrow services are commonly used in Costa Rican real estate transactions involving foreign buyers.

Condominium owners are generally responsible for: Monthly HOA or condominium fees. Property taxes. Garbage collection fees. Compliance with condominium regulations and bylaws. Maintenance assessments approved by the condominium association. Insurance of the common areas, among others. The specific obligations vary from one condominium project to another.

Personal Ownership Advantages: Simpler ownership structure. No annual corporate compliance obligations. Reduced administrative costs. Disadvantages: Less flexibility for future transfers or estate planning. Updating ID everytime it gets expired or lost. In Person appearance for the execution of closing. Corporate Ownership Advantages: Remotely execution of Closing Documents. Broader Estate Planning alternatives. May facilitate business or investment activities. Disadvantages: Annual corporate taxes and filings. Accounting and compliance obligations. Corporate requirements.