Costa Rica/Questions

SubjectDate AskedExpert
car sales6/16/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: i am travelling through central america by car and hope to sell it in either Costa Rica or Panama by ...
  A: Yes you can sell it, either by registering the car and paying the taxes and then selling it or by ...
VOW RENEWAL6/12/2008Visit Costa Rica
  Q: I hope that you are able to help me as I have not been able to find what I am looking for and the ...
  A: Angela it has taken me longer to answer due to the request because i haven't found a pastor that ...
older cars6/4/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I'm thinking about driving my '85 VW Westfalia camper to Costa Rica and am confused about the math ...
  A: The value of the car is based on the blue book value not the market value or your cost. However all ...
August trip to Costa Rica with 8 yo5/29/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: We are going to Costa Rica in August with our 8 year old daughter. We'd like to drive around (from ...
  A: I don't know if you are interested in a guided tour, but we have one from July 26 to August 5. You ...
Traveling to Costa Rica5/28/2008Stefano
  Q: I was planning a trip to Costa Rica sometime in October or November and have a few questions for ...
  A: Please find a quick answer: 1) Yes, it's still rainy season, may be better the end of November, ...
taking a car to Costa Rica5/28/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I'm a U.S. citizen and planning to move to Costa Rica. If I take my car (95 Honda Accord), what ...
  A: It is best to take a car that is not over 5 years old , because it will pay the same amount of taxes ...
Where should I have my baby?5/26/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: Lawson, I have been living in Costa Rica on and off for about 5 years now. I just found out that I ...
  A: The best way to do this is for the baby to be born in Costa Rica, that way both of you will meet the ...
Consulta genealogica5/24/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: Buenos dias, mi nombre es Diego, la razon de esta carta es para preguntarle sobre los antecedentes ...
  A: Buenas noches, Como esta ? Que interesante ! Usted es descendiente del apellido Abraham ? Mi ...
bring a dog to costa rica5/23/2008Luna Nueva
  Q: Have yiu or anyone you know brought a dog to coadta rica flying with American Airlines the costs and ...
  A: how is it going? If you would like to bring a dog to Costa Rica, you have to check with American ...
hermosa or nosara5/21/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: we are a young family planning a three months trip to costa rica starting next january. we were ...
  A: Hermosa is mainly a surfing beach. I don't think it would be good for kids. Nosara is much greener. ...
costa rica 17 year old son5/18/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: My husband is left for costa Rica on Friday. My son and I are going down on May 25 and have tickets ...
  A: The Arenal Volcano area has hotels in all price ranges (see arenal.net) and many adventure ...
moving to costa rica5/17/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: I am 44 mostly trained in food and beverage........Divorced mother of three,Matt 21,Max 15,Alise ...
  A: You should spend some time in CR before deciding to move there. It is not Paradise. You have not ...
Marriage in CR5/15/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I'm a US citizen and want to marry a Tico. Do I need to have my documents authorized in the US or ...
  A: there are several ways to do this. The most efficient way is to just bring the documents to my ...
Costa Rica - FIlipina Marriage5/12/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I am a Filipina from Philippines and my BF is Costa Rican. what will be the best process to follow ...
  A: The first step,we need the date of the wedding to reserve it for you, send the information and send ...
Costa Rica in August 20085/10/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: I am planning to go to Costa Rica in August 08 (no choice in timing due to sons' school). Trip ...
  A: I'd like to call your attention to the Green Season Special Tour on my website, keytocostarica.com. ...
Costa Rica - FIlipina Marriage5/9/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I am a Filipina from Philippines and my BF is Costa Rican. what will be the best process to follow ...
  A: I would be glad to help you. The best way to go about doing this is to get married in Costa Rica, ...
costa rica report5/8/2008Tucker Comstock
  Q: My name is Rebecca. My friend Kyra and I are doing a report on Costa Rica for our Spanish class. Our ...
  A: Costa Rica is a very diverse country, and has an interesting history as well. The space provided to ...
wanting to live in costa rica for a while5/1/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: hey mr. lawson, i was just wondering if it would be possible for me to live in costa rica for about ...
  A: You will need to apply for permanent residency through a Lawyer, instead of applying twice, one for ...
Costa Rica travel in August4/30/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: I'm planning a family trip to Costa Rica in August with two children (9 and 6). I would love some ...
  A: I just want to let you know that I have planned an 11-day family tour that has all my favorite spots ...
Want to buy a GPS Unit with Costa Rica Maps.4/27/2008Stefano
  Q: Rental car comany's want to rent a GPS Unit with Costa Rica maps for $15.00 per Day. I would rather ...
  A: Sorry for the delay but your interesting question is a specialized one! I don't have a direct answer ...
Traveling to Costa Rica with a 1 year old4/22/2008Luna Nueva
  Q: We have a condo which is about 1 hr and 45 minutes away from San Juan in Nativa Resorts and im ...
  A: Usually there are more mosquitos in the rainy season than in the dry season (because they grown in ...
permanent residency4/20/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I have 7 years until I can withdraw from social security.How can I,my wife (35)and her daughter ...
  A: There are several ways that you can qualify for permanent residency in Costa Rica, One way is to ...
Driving from La Fortuna to Liberia4/18/2008Tucker Comstock
  Q: I would like to drive my 4 wheel drive rental car from Tabacon hotsprings around La Fortuna to ...
  A: The road is fine, and passable year round. That is a standard bus route for the BIG buses, so ...
Dual Citizenship for children born of Costa Rican citizens4/16/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: My father was a citizen of Costa Rica. My grandparents have told me that they believe I am eligible ...
  A: How old are you ? You are eligible for dual citizenship if you apply before your 25th birthday, ...
Bring my car with my Student visa4/13/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: so I have my student visa, my question is if I bring my car with my student visa, what are the taxes ...
  A: If you want permanent costarrican plates you will have to pay the same as anyone else, the taxes ...
Costa Rica. Children ages 7&103/31/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: We are thinking of a trip to Costa Rica next March. 7-14 days. The kids would enjoy a beach ...
  A: There's Villa Nicolas, a house at Costa Verde, or the Tulemar, all in Manuel Antonio. There's the ...
medical license in Costa Rica3/28/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I was considering moving to Costa Rica to practice medicine. I am a board-certified Pediatrician in ...
  A: You will first need to apply for permanent residency in Costa Rica, then apply for a recognition of ...
Honeymoon in Costa Rica3/26/2008Visit Costa Rica
  Q: I am getting married this summer. We would like to have our honeymoon in Costa Rica. However, we ...
  A: Sorry for the delay, yes you can make an unforgettable honeymoon in Costa Rica, I have settle a plan ...
Stolen Items Recovery3/25/2008Tucker Comstock
  Q: Comstock, "I hope you can help me. On March 17, at 1:00 PM my rental car was broken into in ...
  A: I've been on vacation -- sorry for the slow response. There are 2 national newspapers in Costa ...
Stolen Items Recovery3/24/2008Tucker Comstock
  Q: Comstock, "I hope you can help me. On March 17, at 1:00 PM my rental car was broken into in ...
  A: I wish I could help. Theft from parked cars is so common that most Costa Ricans do not report it to ...
Stolen in Costa Rica3/24/2008Visit Costa Rica
  Q: I hope you can help me. On March 17, at 1:00 PM my rental car was broken into in downtown Liberia. ...
  A: it is a shame to hear about this unfortunately inconvenient while you were visiting my country, i ...
immigration3/21/2008Tucker Comstock
  Q: I was planning on just a 30 day vacation (which is the time allotted to me) However I met someone ...
  A: As a Honduran citizen you will need to leave Costa Rica within 30 days. If married you need to ...
immigration3/21/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I was planning on just a 30 day vacation (which is the time allotted to me) However I met someone ...
  A: Yes, you will still be required to leave the country unless you apply for permanent residency, you ...
retiring in Costa Rica3/19/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: What are A, B, C, properties when I look on line for homes? I'm a 50 year old fireman who wants to ...
  A: I have not heard of A,B, C properties. Yes, you can call me at my office 8-841-0007 or 2-221-9462 to ...
weather3/17/2008Braulio Odio
  Q: What are the best months to visit Costa Rica Weatherwise? I live in New Hampshire, United States and ...
  A: Sorry for the delay answering your question. The best months to visit Costa Rica are from December - ...
moving to costa rica3/16/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I plan on moving to Costa Rica soon. I have a few questions you may be able to answer. I am ...
  A: You will charged separate tax duties for the car, the taxes on the car depend on many factors such ...
Costa Rica3/16/2008Visit Costa Rica
  Q: I am currently living in Calgary Alberta Canada, and my business partner and I are thinking of ...
  A: let me see if I understand your question you need rates of hotel rooms? it is easy of you go to ...
Local Elementary School in Costa Rica3/13/2008Beatrice Blake
  Q: I live in the US. Our family is looking for a 1 - 2 week educational opportunity for our children ...
  A: Contact Hernán Ramírez of www.nacientespalmichal.com at hernanramirez@racsa.co.cr. He is the manager ...
Medical Practice3/12/2008Lic.Gregory Kearney Lawson.
  Q: I am a Podiatrist interested in starting a practice. What does it take and is it possible.
  A: You will first need to begin the residency process with an Attorney then you will need to apply at ...
Inexpensive Parcel delivery in Costa Rica3/5/2008Visit Costa Rica
  Q: I am starting a business that requires shipping small parcels across Costa Rica. I know I can send ...
  A: yes we do have this bus service form one point to another as long as you have the address correct ...

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American/Costarrican Attorney at Law/Real Estate Broker, We specialize in relocation and expat services related to Costa Rica, Residency, Immigration proceedures,Real Estate sales, International Law, Business Law, Corporations, Family Law, Wedding planning, private investigations and genealogical research, Notarial services, tax shelters, Civil and Criminal Law, serving of court documents. We can also advise on several other aspects related to Costa Rica, such as Tourism, everyday living, culture, etc.

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Over 17 years experience with clients from over 75 countries,

Organizations
Masonic Lodge Lions Club Community developement association Supreme Tribunal of Elections

Publications
La Republica Newspaper, Tico Times, AM Costa Rica, La Prensa Libre, La Nación, Daily Extra, Gamma Liason news agency, SIPA Press, SYGMA News agency, Channel 6,7,11,13,19,42 TV

Education/Credentials
Autonomous University of Central America Univerisity of Costa Rica Glendale College Lumbleau Real Estate School

Awards and Honors
Numerous certificates and distinctions from the Barr Association, the Journalists association,the medical association, the Supreme Court,the Judicial Power (OIJ) Eagle scout badge with three palms

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