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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

  • Fanatics' acquisition of FexPro
  • Moody’s Corporation's acquisition of SCRiesgo
  • PSA Marine Americas’ acquisition of a 45% stake in Meyer's Tugs
  • US$60 million Hyatt Hotels' acquisition of Mr & Mrs Smith 
  • US$36 million Lenus Capital Partners’ acquisition of the Medicadiz Hospital
  • Inversiones Atlántida's acquisition of Pacific Bank
  • IMC Alimentação's sale of its restaurant operations at Tocumen Airport
  • Mediam Group's sale of a minority stake to Aleph Group
  • Stonepeak - U$2.7 billion acquisition of Lumen Latin American Business.
  • Simon Property - Sale of Forever 21’s Panamanian and Latin American operations to AR Holdings.
  • McDermott International - Merger deal with Chicago Bridge & Iron Company (CB&I)

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Panama

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega is an esteemed transactional heavyweight representing clients from the aviation, telecommunications and retail arenas, along with real estate companies. The firm remains a top choice of local co-counsel for international firms handling cross-border corporate and M&A deals. The outstanding bench of stellar practitioners routinely advises on complex transactional mandates, including the disposal of majority and minority stakes, as well as tender offers, stock purchase and shareholder agreements in Panama. The department is also well placed to advise on day-to-day operational matters, including regulatory compliance and corporate governance.

Work Highlights

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  • Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega represented Singapore's PSA Marine Americas in the acquisition of a 45% stake in Panama-based Meyer’s Tugs (MTSA) from Inversiones Maritimas CPT, a subsidiary of Chile’s CPT Empresas Maritimas

Strengths

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The lawyers at Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega complement each other very well, making them very effective and efficient. They are available and follow up on queries and issues.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Latin America

Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega are pro-business. They are always looking for ways to make things possible and make things flow smoothly.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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Ricardo M Arango
E
Ricardo M Arango
Head of Corporate/M&A
E
Eminent Practitioners
Eminent practitioner Ricardo Arango boasts a significant practice advising clients on cross-border transactions. The market recognises him for his long-standing career in the Panamanian M&A domain.

Ricardo Arango is a great lawyer with a good reputation; he has done many transactions in Panama.

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Andrés Rubinoff
2
Andrés Rubinoff
2
Band 2
Dynamic partner Andrés Rubinoff receives significant recognition from interviewees for his expert handling of complex M&A transactions in Panama.

Andrés Rubinoff is very polished and practical with his advice. He is also a good negotiator and solution-oriented.

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Estif Aparicio
2
Estif Aparicio
2
Band 2
Well-regarded partner Estif Aparicio is endorsed by market interviewees for his strong skills in the Panamanian corporate and M&A arenas.

Estif Aparicio is a very professional, committed lawyer and a great human being.

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Javier Yap Endara
U
Javier Yap Endara
U
Up and Coming

Up-and-coming partner Javier Yap Endara receives acknowledgement from the Panamanian corporate and M&A market.

Javier Yap Endara has deep legal knowledge and the ability to find solutions and understand problems. He is an available lawyer and it is nice to work with him.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega

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Panama

Corporate/M&A
Ricardo M Arango
E
Ricardo M Arango
Head of Corporate/M&A
E
Eminent Practitioners
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Andrés Rubinoff
2
Andrés Rubinoff
2
Band 2
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Estif Aparicio
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Estif Aparicio
2
Band 2
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Javier Yap Endara
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Javier Yap Endara
U
Up and Coming
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Members

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Ana Isabel Quijano

Cedric Kinschots

Daniela Delvalle

Donald P. Canavaggio

Fernando Arias F.

Javier Yap Endara

Ricardo M Arango

Ricardo M Arango

Head of Department

Clients

Provided by Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega

Banco General

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex)

Bank of America Merrill Lynch

Caribbean Property Group, LLC

Citibank / Citigroup Global Markets

E. León Jimenes

Global Bank

Goldman Sachs

Inchcape

JPMorgan Securities Inc.

McDermott International

Morgan Stanley & Co Incorporated

Stonepeak

Industries

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Automobiles & Parts

Banks

Commercial & Professional Services

Consumer Product Manufacturing

Energy

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Government

Media

Mining & Metals

Private Clients / Individuals

Real Estate

Telecommunications

Travel & Leisure

Utilities