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Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega

Dispute Resolution

Latin America Guide 2026 : Panama

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Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega

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ARIFA litigation team members have been especially active serving as consultant, team coordinator or leading counsel in multi-jurisdiction disputes involving, among others, sectors as diverse as construction, bankruptcy, oil, aviation, and government contracts.

Legal team leading multijurisdictional cases in Panama

The firm has built a specialized practice on complex cross-border dispute resolution, representing foreign companies facing complex arbitration or litigation proceedings in Panama, or involved in multijurisdictional disputes. Our team works together directly with foreign clients or their foreign counsel to create a global strategy to successfully succeed in all jurisdictions involved in the dispute, including Panama.

ARIFA has a strong arbitration team in Panama with a significant growth in arbitration cases.

Clients (10)

  • Whirlpool Corporation
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Toshiba American Business
  • Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior: Bladex
  • Marriott International, Inc.
  • Bottega Veneta
  • PCCW
  • ING Bank
  • ChevronTexaco
  • BNP Paribas

Industries (8)

  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Government
  • Financial Services
  • Mining & Metals
  • Real Estate
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities

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Dispute Resolution - Panama

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega houses a well-regarded practice with a wealth of experience across a broad spectrum of disputes in Panama. The team is routinely instructed by multinationals on account of its expertise in civil, commercial and administrative claims. The department boasts particular strength in shareholder, real estate and insolvency cases. The firm is also well placed to assist clients with local and international arbitration proceedings, particularly those under ICC rulings. The noted bench of practitioners is retained by an impressive client roster, including major companies from the finance, energy and construction industries.
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Strengths

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  • Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega stands out for its professionalism in providing advice and managing strategies in a complex context. They offer guidance and genuinely listen to their clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Claudio De Castro
    Claudio De Castro

    Claudio De Castro

    Noted partner Claudio De Castro is well placed to represent clients in civil and commercial claims in Panama. He also plays a central role advising on international arbitration proceedings.

    • Claudio De Castro is very pleasant to work with. He is a fast thinker and very responsive.

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  • Fernando Aued
    Fernando Aued

    Fernando Aued

    Established partner Fernando Aued garners praise from interviewees for his conflict resolution skills in Panama.

    • Fernando Aued provides sensible and clear advice. He is highly knowledgeable and can explain how things work in Panama, with quick turnaround times.

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