John Aguilar Quesada

John Aguilar Quesada is the Senior Partner at Aguilar Castillo Love, with a distinguished career in Corporate M&A, Antitrust and Competition, Dispute Resolution, Regulatory and Compliance, Investigations, Corporate Criminal Law and Defense, and Tax. With over 30 years of legal expertise, John is recognized as a leader in the region, advising multinational clients on complex, high-stakes transactions and legal challenges.

Born in San José, Costa Rica, John was admitted to practice in 1989 as a Public Notary. He holds a Licentiate in Law (Summa Cum Laude) from the Autonomous University of Central America, a Legal English Course from Tulane University, and an LL.M. from Harvard University Law School. John has contributed to the legal field through his thought leadership, authoring key publications on topics related to foreign investment, intellectual property, and economic development in Costa Rica.

As a Senior Partner, John plays a pivotal role in the firm’s strategic direction and high-profile cases, offering in-depth insights into the intersections of corporate governance, antitrust, and tax law. His strong academic background and practical experience make him a go-to advisor for multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governmental organizations.