The scope of Family Law in Costa Rica regulates the legal relationships between its members, both rights and obligations arising therefrom. The areas covered by this branch of law include marriage, divorce, parental rights, filiation, alimony, custody, domestic violence and inheritance proceedings, among others.

In the resolution of family conflicts, it is essential to have a team of highly specialized lawyers, capable of providing a complete and personalized legal advice that meets all the needs and requirements of our clients.

Our interdisciplinary team has skills in negotiation, finance, conflict resolution, mediation, psychology and litigation, which allows us to successfully handle any situation that arises in the field of family law.

We are committed to protect the rights and interests of our clients, providing the necessary tools for making transcendental decisions in judicial or extrajudicial processes.

At Arista, we focus on offering a quality service based on ethics and professionalism, always in compliance with the laws and regulations in force in Costa Rica.

For couples who are ready to take the next step in their relationship, we offer a complete, unique and personalized experience to celebrate their civil marriage. With our team of highly trained professionals, we guarantee a civil, emotional and hassle-free ceremony. We take care of all the details, from the preparation of the legal documents to the signing of the deed and its ceremony, so that you can fully enjoy your special day.

At Arista, we understand that your civil marriage is a unique and momentous occasion, and we are committed to ensuring that everything goes as planned. Our team of highly trained professionals will work tirelessly to ensure that the day of your ceremony is a unique, emotional and unforgettable experience.

On the other hand, if you are in the process of divorce and need professional support, Arista will accompany you. Starting to talk about divorce and initiating a process is sometimes a very complex and sensitive issue, which we understand and since it is a difficult and stressful time in a person's life, our team of family law attorneys is ready to provide you with the solutions and advice you need to make this process as simple as possible. We offer you the legal assistance you need to protect your assets, rights and interests during the divorce process, whether it requires the division of property, alimony or child custody, among others.

By virtue of the above, whether you are looking to celebrate your civil marriage or need professional assistance in your divorce process, we are here to support you every step of the way.

At Arista, we understand that the protection of our clients' assets is extremely important and essential. Therefore, in the family property regime, the legal figure called marital contracts allows an effective protection of the same. Marital contracts may be granted before the celebration of the marriage or during its existence and cover present and future assets. For this agreement to be valid, it must be recorded in a public deed and registered in the Public Registry.

Now, in case you are in the process of divorce, which we understand is difficult and stressful, our team of family law attorneys is ready to provide legal solutions to protect your rights, interests and assets during the process, whether it is the division of property, personal property, shares, money in bank accounts acquired during the marriage, among others.

If you are concerned about your assets and property, at Arista we offer you effective and personalized solutions through matrimonial capitulations. In case you are going through a divorce process, we protect your rights and interests. Our team of family law attorneys will provide you with personalized advice to make the best decisions and protect your assets.

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At Arista, we understand that paternity, legal recognition of a child and the process of termination of parental rights are sensitive and significant issues for our clients. That is why we offer the support and advice of our team of expert lawyers in family law in these processes.

In Costa Rica, there are two relevant legal processes to determine filiation: the judicial paternity investigation process and the judicial child recognition process.

The judicial paternity investigation process is initiated by the child's mother, father or even by the child in question, in order to legally establish filiation with the biological father. During the process, a thorough investigation is conducted, including DNA testing, and legal acknowledgment of paternity and corresponding legal obligations, such as child support and visitation rights, are ordered if the respondent is determined to be the biological father of the child. This process is confidential and respectful of the privacy rights of the parties involved.

On the other hand, the judicial process of recognition of children is carried out to legally establish the filiation between a parent and a child who has not been voluntarily recognized. This process can be initiated by the parent who wishes to have his or her child legally recognized, or even by the child who wishes to know and establish his or her parentage. Once filiation is established, the child has the same rights and duties as any legally recognized child, such as the right to child support and inheritance.

Now, the process of suspension of parental rights can be carried out in cases of neglect or abuse by one or both parents, and aims to protect the welfare of the child involved. The suspension of parental rights may be temporary or permanent, and may include the assignment of custody of the child to another person or institution. At Arista, our family law attorneys are prepared to provide advice and support to those clients who need to initiate or face any family proceeding in Costa Rica.

If you are experiencing domestic violence, we want you to know that you are not alone and we can help. In our specialized service in domestic violence cases, we provide you with the help and legal advice you need to protect your rights, integrity and safety. Whether you need help obtaining a protective order, restraining order or assistance in the process, we are here to help. In our service, we guarantee maximum privacy and confidentiality every step of the way.

Are you living with your partner in a common-law relationship and wish to legally formalize your relationship? Our domestic partnership recognition service is the answer! With our team of family law attorneys, we offer you an easy and simple process to obtain legal recognition of your domestic partnership. We take care of advising you and guiding your steps to obtain the recognition of your common-law marriage in a fast and safe way.

If you are struggling to receive alimony after a separation or divorce, our specialized alimony service is here to help. We understand that this process can be difficult and emotionally exhausting, so our team of family law attorneys will provide you with the advice and assistance you need to obtain the child support that your minor children deserve, or in the case of a spouse or common-law partner, that corresponds to you by law. Also, in the case of abuses or excessive amounts, we offer advice in the defense of the rights and interests of the obligor.

Find out everything you need to know about custody, guardianship, parenting and education with our specialized service!
We know that raising and educating children can be an overwhelming task, especially when it comes to legal and financial issues. That's why we are committed to providing you with the support you need to make informed and safe decisions for your children.