Latin America Guide 2026 : Panama
Ranked Individuals
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Our experienced team of lawyers in our Projects & Energy Department offer domestic and foreign clients assistance in various regulatory matters of the energy sector, including public bids (i.e. PPA bidding and transmission line) and negotiation of private large-customer PPA´s with generators. Our team's experience also includes legal advice and administrative support in dealings with government authorities, prepare relevant filings, project financing and contractual matters with providers and subcontractors. Our Projects & Energy Department is also in the position to advice clients on all sort of regulatory matters associated with the establishment and day-to-day operations of Oil Free Trade Zones in Panama, representing both operators of terminals and key players in the oil & gas industry.
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Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez's highly respected energy and projects practice group is adept at representing clients in the public bidding, financing and construction stages of energy transmission, port, and oil and gas projects. The Panama City-based team offers notable experience advising on public procurement in the renewable energy sphere.
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Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez acted as local external counsel to Autoridad del Canal de Panamá in the evaluation of a Trans-Panama gas pipeline project. The advice included the regulatory framework and project structure.
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Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez stands out due to their high-quality services and exceptional analytical level. It demonstrates the ability to address complex issues while adapting to client needs.
I value Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez's business perspective and deep legal knowledge. The solutions provided are pragmatic, and the speed and practicality in the answers make everything clear.
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Market-leading co-head of department Annette Bárcenas is well placed to assist clients with the financing, public procurement, construction and development of energy transmission and oil and gas projects. She is also routinely seen handling regulatory and permitting matters for renewable energy projects in Panama.
Annette Bárcenas has extensive experience in public procurement and provides solutions to complex scenarios, optimising resources, time and costs for the client.
Annette Bárcenas is an outstanding professional who is very knowledgeable about administrative law and public procurement.
Partner Juan Antonio Alfaro is endorsed by the market for his transactional activity in Panama's project arena.
Juan Antonio Alfaro is a responsive, hard-working and business-minded lawyer who is willing to think outside the box.
Partner and co-head Luis Moreno amasses praise from clients and peers alike for his involvement in projects in Panama.
Luis Moreno is a legal professional with a broad vision and analytical capacity, who can handle complex work. His commercial vision ensures that solutions are in line with the needs of the company.
Head of Projects & Energy
Projects & Energy
Projects & Energy
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Orietta Salamin
Paulette Michineau
Javier Daza
Luis H. Moreno IV
Luis H. Moreno
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