Ownership & Registry Status
Review of registered ownership and relevant National Registry information.
Costa Rica Real Estate Attorney
Costa Rica Real Estate Attorney for International Buyers with legal clarity.
Bilingual legal and notarial representation for international buyers, investors and property owners — from title review and due diligence through closing, transfer deed and National Registry filing.
Attorney + Notary Public
English & Spanish
International Buyers
Property Representation
Due Diligence → Closing
Legal oversight from beginning to registration.
Costa Rican Bar Association
No. 36269
Florida Bar Association
No. 1067959
AmCham Costa Rica
Business Community
American Bar Association
ID #06313903
Real Estate Legal Representation
A property closing is more than signing a deed.
A successful property transaction depends on what happens before, during and after closing.
Costa Rica Notary assists international buyers with the legal and notarial stages of acquiring property in Costa Rica, including review of registry information, transaction documents, closing preparation, execution of the transfer deed and filing before the National Registry of Costa Rica .
The objective is straightforward: identify legal issues before closing, document the transaction correctly and provide clear English-language guidance throughout the process.
Before Closing
Verify First.
Property Due Diligence
Understand what you are buying before you close.
Legal due diligence helps establish whether the property, ownership information and transaction documents correspond with what the buyer expects to acquire.
Liens & Encumbrances
Review of recorded liens, mortgages, easements and other registry entries relevant to the transaction.
Transaction Documents
Legal review of available transaction documentation before execution.
Closing Readiness
Confirmation that legal and notarial documentation is prepared for the intended closing.
Real Estate Services
Legal support across the property transaction.
Focused representation for international buyers, property owners and investors requiring clear legal and notarial coordination in Costa Rica.
Title & Registry Review
Review of registered ownership, liens, mortgages, easements and other relevant registry information.
Property Due Diligence
Legal review and transaction-risk coordination before the buyer proceeds to closing.
Real Estate Closings
Closing preparation, documentation, coordination and notarial execution of the transaction.
Property Transfers
Drafting and authorization of property transfer instruments and corresponding filing follow-up.
National Registry Filing
Submission and follow-up of registrable instruments through the applicable registration process.
Powers of Attorney
Notarial powers of attorney for property transactions when appropriate to the client's circumstances.
Property Closing Process
From legal review to registration.
Every transaction is different, but a disciplined legal process helps keep the critical stages organized and understandable.
STEP ONE
Initial Transaction Review
We review the proposed transaction, available documentation and the parties involved.
STEP TWO
Title & Due Diligence
Registry and legal information relevant to the purchase is reviewed before closing.
STEP THREE
Closing Preparation
Closing documentation and the transfer instrument are prepared and coordinated.
STEP FOUR
Execution
Required instruments are executed and authorized through the appropriate notarial process.
STEP FIVE
Registry Filing & Follow-Up
Registrable documents are submitted and followed through the National Registry process.
International Property Buyers
Costa Rican law. Explained in your language.
Buying property in another country should not mean navigating the legal process without understanding it.
International clients receive English-language guidance through the legal and notarial stages of the transaction, with explanations of documents, responsibilities and the next step in the process.
English & Spanish communication
International buyer representation
Direct attorney oversight
Nationwide transaction coordination
INTERNATIONAL COUNSEL
Clear communication matters.
Especially when the legal system is unfamiliar.
Attorney & Notary Public
Terry Steele
Your Legal Counsel
Learn More About Terry Steele
Personal legal oversight from Terry Steele.
Real estate transactions receive direct professional oversight rather than being treated as administrative paperwork.
Terry Steele is a licensed Costa Rican attorney and Notary Public assisting international clients with real estate and cross-border legal matters.
Costa Rican Bar Association
No. 36269
Florida Bar Association
No. 1067959
Languages
English & Spanish
Practice
Costa Rica
Before You Sign
Questions worth answering before closing.
Who is the registered owner?
Confirm the registered ownership information relevant to the transaction.
What is recorded against the property?
Review relevant registry entries such as liens, mortgages or easements.
Do the documents match the deal?
Make sure the legal documents correspond with the intended transaction.
What happens after signing?
Understand the filing and registration steps that follow execution.
Real Estate FAQ
Common questions from international buyers.
General information about the legal and notarial process. Specific transactions should be reviewed individually.
Ask About Your TransactionWhat does a Notary Public do in a Costa Rica property closing?
A Costa Rican Notary Public has legal and notarial responsibilities in preparing and authorizing registrable instruments such as a property transfer deed and in coordinating the corresponding filing process.
What is reviewed during property due diligence?
Depending on the transaction, legal review may include registered ownership, liens, mortgages, easements, available transaction documentation and other matters relevant to the proposed purchase.
What happens after the transfer deed is signed?
When registration is required, the registrable instrument must proceed through the applicable National Registry filing and follow-up process.
Can the transaction be reviewed before I commit to closing?
Legal review before closing is an important opportunity to understand the property's registry information and the documentation relating to the proposed transaction.
Do you work with clients who live outside Costa Rica?
Costa Rica Notary works with international clients and provides legal communication in English and Spanish.
Buying Property in Costa Rica?
Start with the legal review, not the closing table.
Speak directly with an English-speaking Costa Rican attorney and Notary Public about your property transaction.