Latin America Guide 2027 : Panama
Provided by Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró
Founded in 2019, DELCO advises companies, investors and entrepreneurs on the legal matters underpinning their operations, investments and growth in Panama, as well as selected matters in the British Virgin Islands and Nevis. The firm combines technical rigour with commercial insight, delivering practical advice aligned with each client’s business objectives.
DELCO’s experience spans corporate and commercial law, M&A, banking and finance, tax, aviation, regulatory matters, joint ventures, project development, real estate, commercial contracts and State-related matters. The firm regularly assists international companies entering or expanding in Panama, from corporate structuring and regulatory compliance to complex transactions and project execution.
Its lawyers advise throughout the transaction lifecycle, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation and closing, as well as purchase agreements, shareholder arrangements and joint ventures. DELCO has experience across aviation, energy, banking, consumer goods, retail, real estate, construction, insurance, telecommunications and technology, including blockchain and cryptocurrency.
Combining partner-led advice, sector knowledge and technology-driven efficiency, DELCO is particularly well positioned to handle sophisticated, cross-border and time-sensitive matters involving multiple stakeholders.
Provided by Chambers
Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró has a well-regarded corporate practice and is regularly instructed by clients in the financial services and aviation sectors. The team advises on M&A transactions, corporate restructuring and regulatory compliance matters in Panama, with additional experience in cross-border transactions.
Alberto Levy, Diego Corró and Felipe Escalona are key client contacts at the firm.
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Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró advised Embraer on the sale of aircraft to the Government of Panama, in a transaction valued at USD76.3 million.
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The Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró team stands out for its strong corporate and cross-border transactional capabilities. They offer clear communication, a practical approach and a deep understanding of both the legal and commercial aspects of a transaction, enabling them to manage complex issues efficiently and with confidence.
Provided by Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró
Felipe Escalona
Head of Department
Alberto Levy
Head of Department
Diego Corró
Head of Department
Ricardo Delvalle
Anna Patricia Fonseca
Daniel de Roche
Alejandro Vásquez Vallarino
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