Our team

Welcome to SV Legal! We are a family law firm interested in offering an innovative, accessible, and effective alternative that guarantees practical and comprehensive solutions to your problems and projects.

Diego Soto

Attorney specialized in commercial law and real estate. Diego is an entrepreneur and businessman who, through his experience and ingenuity, becomes an strategic partner of his clients by being able to provide concrete actions that make a difference in the closing and assurance of successful businesses.

University of Costa Rica, Law Degree (2005)

Inter-American University of Costa Rica, Specialization in Notariat and Registry Law (2006)

Partner at SV Legal (2016-2021)

Associate at Facio & Cañas (2017 - 2021).

Associate at Zurcher, Odio & Raven (2012 – 2017).

Socio en S&R Lawyers (2009 - 2012).

Associate at Bufete L,L,M,R&T (2005-2009).

Legal Assistant en André Tinoco & Asociados (2003-2005)

Costa Rican Bar Association

International Chamber of Commerce

Spanish and English

Remember that is not the lawyer who knows the most law, but the one who best prepares his case, who wins (Napoleon Hill).

Diego

José Soto

José Eduardo is a notary public and a lawyer with experience in the public and private sectors, where he has served as a diplomat, public law expert -internal and external-, legal manager, and a litigator. He specializes in practical solutions  in labor law, immigration, administrative contracting and intellectual property.

Law Degree from the University of Costa Rica (2013)

Master in Public Law from the University of Toulouse (2014)

Notary Public: U.C.R. (2018)

Counselor & Consul of CR in Colombia (2020-2021)

Partner at SV Legal (2016-2021)

Advisor at the Ministry of Culture and Youth  (2014  – 2018).

Legal Assistant at Zurcher, Odio & Raven (2012 - 2013).

Legal Assistant at Hospital CIMA (2010 - 2012).

Legal Assistant at Laclé & Gutiérrez  (2009-2010)

Costa Rican Bar Association

Member of the Diplomatic Career of Costa Rica

Spanish, English and French

I believe that commitment is the indisputable key to success. When there is true commitment and preparation, luck is also on our side. As Goethe said: “What you can do or dream you can do it, start it. Boldness has genius, power and magic”

José

Alberto Soto

Former judge, district attorney and public defender. Alberto is a current trial lawyer specialized in sexual, economic and crimes against honor. His work is particularly recognized for his many successful efforts in challenging and reversing unfair sentences.

Law Degree from the University of Costa Rica (1980)

Notary Public: U.C.R. (1980)

Partner at SV Legal (2016-2021)

Partner at Bufete Soto Víquez (2003-2016)

Senior Criminal Judge (1993-2003)

Public Defender in the Judiciary (1981-1993)

Legal Assistant at the Legal Office of the UCR (1978-1981)

Legal Assistant at the Ministry of Labor (1977-1978)

Costa Rican Bar Association

Spanish

I became a criminal lawyer because I firmly believe in justice – prompt and fulfilled – as a basis for a better society. From my experience as a judge, prosecutor and defender, there is a phrase that guides all my actions: “Justice is queen and lady of all virtues.” (Cicero).

Alberto

Daniela Cortés

Daniela is a lawyer specializing in Corporate, Real Estate, and Immigration Law, with a solid background developed through her work at leading law firms. She has supported major corporate and real estate transactions, advised associations and foundations, and handled the drafting and review of service contracts and corporate sponsorships. In the area of Immigration Law, she has significant experience assisting clients in securing legal immigration status in the country, providing guidance throughout the application process. Her approach focuses on clear communication, practical solutions, and delivering comprehensive legal support to both national and international clients.

Universidad de La Salle – Law Degree (2020)

Junior Associate at Blue Zone Legal (2024-2025)

Junior Associate at Zurcher Odio & Raven (2023-2024)

Junior Associate at Law Experts (2023)

Junior Associate at Dentons Legal (2022-2023)

Legal Assistant at Zúñiga & Asociados (2020 – 2021)

Costa Rican Bar Association

Spanish and English

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams (Eleanor Roosevelt).

Daniela