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Daños y perjuicios derivados de la infidelidad: causal de divorcio en Costa Rica

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  La infidelidad conyugal no sólo representa una ruptura emocional, sino que también puede generar consecuencias legales relevantes en Costa Rica . Además de constituir una causal de divorcio , en ciertos casos permite reclamar daños y perjuicios , cuando se demuestra una afectación real a la dignidad, estabilidad emocional o patrimonio del cónyuge afectado. En este artículo analizamos cómo trata el derecho de familia costarricense la infidelidad, cuándo procede el divorcio y en qué supuestos puede existir responsabilidad civil . ¿La infidelidad es causal de divorcio en Costa Rica? Sí. El Código de Familia de Costa Rica reconoce la infidelidad como una causal de divorcio , siempre que se logre acreditar la conducta y que esta haya quebrantado de forma grave los deberes matrimoniales de fidelidad , respeto y lealtad . A diferencia del divorcio por mutuo consentimiento , el divorcio por infidelidad: Requiere prueba suficiente . Puede influir en el análisis patrimonial del ...

International Custody & Child Relocation in Costa Rica: What Every Expat Parent Should Know

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  For expatriate families , cross-border custody issues can escalate quickly—especially when parents live, work, or move between countries. Understanding how international custody and child relocation cases are handled in Costa Rica is essential to protect your rights and ensure your child’s stability. Costa Rica applies a structured, court-driven approach that prioritizes the child’s best interests while respecting international treaties and the rights of both parents. For families navigating a bi-national separation or an unforeseen relocation request, expert legal representation is not optional—it’s strategic. How International Custody Works in Costa Rica International custody cases involve parents of different nationalities, children born abroad, or families who maintain connections across borders. In Costa Rica, these cases follow core legal principles: 1.⁠ ⁠The Best Interest of the Child Leads Every Decision Courts evaluate stability, emotional well-being, health, educati...

Expert Representation for Expatriates and Binational Couples by SAP Legal

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  Expert Representation for Expatriates and Binational Couples by SAP Legal International divorce is never just a legal event—it is a personal turning point. For expatriates , foreign residents , and binational couples , the process carries an added layer of complexity: multiple jurisdictions, unfamiliar laws, language barriers, and the emotional weight of navigating separation far from home. Costa Rica , however, offers a clear and structured legal framework that allows people to dissolve their marriage with dignity, transparency, and legal certainty. This guide explains how international divorce works in Costa Rica, what to expect from the process, and why having the right legal team—one with deep experience in cross-border family matters —can make all the difference. SAP Legal, a leading Costa Rican family law firm with professionals with more than 42 years of combined experience, provides specialized guidance for international clients who need reliable representation in Engl...