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ARIFA has a constant deal flow of M&A transactions second to no other in Panama. Local leaders in terms of dollar value of domestic and cross-border deals, complexity and frequency of transactions.
The firm has successfully obtained antitrust regulatory approval for several of the largest and more difficult acquisitions in Panama.
Multidisciplinary approach to M&A transactional advice. Real specialists with a wide range of experience across many industries and legal practice areas work together to respond efficiently and proactively to all issues arising during complex commercial negotiations and fast-moving M&A transactions in Panama and the Latin America region with comprehensive and customized solutions adapted to the customer needs.
Recent work highlights
Emergent Cold Latin America - Acquisition of Galores Group.
Stonepeak - U$2.7 billion acquisition of Lumen Latin American Business.
Fertica - Sale of Panama’s assets to DISAGRO.
Simon Property - Sale of Forever 21’s Panamanian and Latin American operations to AR Holdings.
Rey Holding Corp. - Sale of 73 percent stake to Corporación Favorita.
Cable Onda - Sale of 80 percent stake to Millicom LIH, S.A.
McDermott International - Merger deal with Chicago Bridge & Iron Company (CB&I)
E. León Jimenes - restructuring of its joint venture with Ambev, S.A.
Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. - asset sale agreement with respect to its Panamanian operations to ASSA Compañía de Seguros, S.A. for US$172 million.
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Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega's team is responsive, attentive and detail-oriented. It leaves no stone unturned, making us feel protected. Its lawyers put themselves in our shoes.
The team at Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega has high technical knowledge, experience and analytical capacity. Its service is unbeatable, due to the depth, scope and opportunity of the advice given.
Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega's team is responsive, attentive and detail-oriented. It leaves no stone unturned, making us feel protected. Its lawyers put themselves in our shoes.
The team at Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega has high technical knowledge, experience and analytical capacity. Its service is unbeatable, due to the depth, scope and opportunity of the advice given.
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Senior statesperson Ricardo Arango boasts a significant practice advising clients on cross-border transactions. The market recognises him for his longstanding career in the Panamanian M&A domain.
Ricardo Arango is a maestro and a first-class lawyer.

Dynamic partner Andrés Rubinoff receives significant recognition from interviewees for his expert handling of complex M&A transactions in Panama. He is admitted to practice in the state of Florida as well as Panama.
Andrés Rubinoff is a lawyer with strategic vision and strong negotiation skills. More than an adviser he’s a business partner who helps maximise commercial opportunities.

Well-regarded partner Estif Aparicio is endorsed by market interviewees for his strong skills in the Panamanian corporate and M&A arenas. He is dual-qualified to practise in Panama and New York.
Estif Aparicio is a proactive lawyer who remains attentive and ready to support us in our commercial endeavours.

Up-and-coming partner Javier Yap Endara receives acknowledgement from the Panamanian corporate and M&A market.
Javier Yap Endara is the most empathetic corporate lawyer I know, with a strong ability to turn business needs into creative legal solutions. He’s quick, helpful and highly intelligent.




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Ana Isabel Quijano
Cedric Kinschots
Daniel Abad
Donald P. Canavaggio
Fernando Arias F.
Isabella de la Guardia
Jennifer Sales
Nicolás Ramos

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Rodrigo Cardoze
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