At the forefront of the law

We don’t follow trends – we create them. At ECIJA, we are leading the transformation of the legal sector through innovation, a global vision and excellence. Because the future isn’t something you wait for – it’s something you build.

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A leading firm in the digital economy since 1997

1997
Hugo Écija Bernal founded ECIJA in Madrid as a boutique firm specialising in audiovisual law and intellectual property.
2014
Five Central American law firms, led by Costa Rica, have established Expertis Legal, which will serve as the basis for ECIJA’s expansion in Latam.
2015
Expertis Legal is expanding its regional presence by launching operations in Panama.
2016
Expertis Legal is launching in the Dominican Republic.
2017
Costa Rica is consolidating its identity, operating under the Expertis Legal brand. Mauricio París has taken over as managing partner of the firm.
2018
Expertis ECIJA integration. Mr. París as Latam Managing Partner, leading the launch in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Ecuador, Colombia and Argentina.
2019
ECIJA Costa Rica opened an office in Guanacaste, joined forces with the Real Estate firm Montealegre & Asoc, and opened its head office in Avenida Escazú.
2020
Daniel Valverde promoted to partner in Labour and Human Rights, also the global role of Chief Diversity Officer. Arturo Guerrero has joined as a partner.
2021
ECIJA CR has been ranked top in Real Estate, Corporate, Employment and Dispute Resolution in both the Chambers & Partners and L500 directories.
2022
ECIJA Advisory, a platform offering accounting, financial and shared services, launched in Costa Rica. We adopted a global structure based on the ‘Swiss Verein’ model.
2023
Band 1 in Employment Law, L500. Mauricio París appointed as a member of the ICC Court of Arbitration, Paris. Agreement signed with Taylor Wessing.
2024
Monserrat Soto has been promoted to partner, heading the IP practice and co-leading the M&A practice. The Economic Criminal Law practice has been launched.
2025
ECIJA has integrated Acacia Legal’s operations. Mauricio París has been ranked in Band 1 for TMT, consolidating the firm’s leadership in the technology sector.
2026
Elías Soley joins as a partner in charge of Public Policy and co-head of TMT. The Environment and Sustainability practice is launched. We achieved TMT #1 band in Chambers.

"The firm that is revolutionising the legal sector"

Forbes

"When nobody was talking about specialising in technology, we were already paving the way"

Hugo Écija

ECIJA today

Our commitment is clear: to continue making a difference in the legal world, anticipating the future and supporting our clients through every challenge.

From our offices in Costa Rica, we support national and international organisations with sophisticated legal solutions, tailored to the digital economy and new business models. Our approach combines technical excellence, in-depth market knowledge and a strategic understanding of the impact that technology has on the law and on business decision-making.

Our greatest strength is a highly specialised team, underpinned by a collaborative and innovative culture. We bring together talent with extensive experience in key areas where law intersects with technology, acting with agility, foresight and high standards of quality.

At ECIJA, we evolve alongside our clients, anticipating regulatory and technological changes, and providing strategic advice that drives sustainable growth and strengthens their competitive position in the region and globally.

Behind every achievement is a client who placed their trust in us. That trust is what we continue to honour.

Global coverage

When opportunities cross borders, we put you in touch with the right people from our global team.