Criminal Law and Legal Research
Jorge Fallas Barrantes is a litigation attorney with a strong academic background in criminal sciences and valuable experience in the Public Prosecutor’s Office and legal research institutions. His natural strength in public relations and client communication allows him to identify the most sensitive legal needs of clients and offer strategic, personalized legal solutions.
He holds a Law Degree with a focus on Judge Formation, and he is currently completing his Master’s Degree in Criminal Sciences at the University of Costa Rica.
Academic Background and Specializations
- Law Degree, Universidad de Costa Rica, with a mention in Judge Formation Development
- Currently completing a Master’s Degree in Criminal Sciences, Universidad de Costa Rica
- Focused on:
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Procedure
- General Criminal Theory
- Organized Crime and Public Law
Professional Experience
- Litigation Attorney, currently representing clients in criminal and procedural matters
- Former Collaborator in Drafting Legal Requirements at the Public Prosecutor’s Office, Department Against Organized Crime
- Former Research Assistant at the Legal Research Institute and General Criminal Law Department, University of Costa Rica
Key Strengths
- Ability to detect clients’ legal vulnerabilities and provide clear, tailored solutions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong academic foundation and interest in continued legal development
- Bilingual: Spanish and English
Current Role
Jorge currently serves as a Litigation Attorney at AG Legal, focusing on criminal defense, legal research, and procedural strategy. He supports clients with personalized attention and analytical rigor, contributing to complex legal cases and high-level litigation.