
Corporate/M&A
Global Guide 2026 : Panama
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About
Provided by Galindo, Arias & López
Galindo, Arias & López advises public and private companies, financial institutions, governmental entities, and individuals on almost all types of transactions or corporate matters, making it the go-to commercial law firm in the country. The team provides counsel on nearly all types of transactions or corporate matters, including:
- Formation of all types of companies and businesses
- Complex and cross-border M&As of financial institutions and public and private companies in highly regulated industries
- Issuance of debt and equity instruments in local and international markets
- Corporate governance, including advice on directors' duties and responsibilities, board and committee structures, corporate preparedness, and contingency planning
Corporate finance matters, including:
- Financing M&A
- Formation and operation of private equity funds and other investment vehicles, including venture capital funds, bridge funds, vulture funds, and offshore funds
- Corporate restructurings, including subsidiary techniques and others to refocus the value of restructurings
- Representing companies managing financial recapitalizations, business renegotiations, and liquidations
- Advising on insolvency issues in corporate and financial transactions
- Advising on the purchase and sale of assets of insolvent companies
- Avoiding or mitigating the adverse effects of liquidity or other crises through contingency planning
- Establishment, operation, and termination of joint venture agreements and strategic alliances
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Strengths
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Galindo, Arias & López's specialisation in local legislation is complemented by a global vision. The team assists us with different tasks, always ensuring a comprehensive and strategic approach.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobalGalindo, Arias & López's lawyers are highly skilled in handling complex operations, being well prepared for any unforeseen events that may arise during merger processes.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
Diego Herrera Dutari
Leading light Diego Herrera Dutari continues to be held in the highest esteem by interviewees for his strong skills in complex M&A transactions in Panama. Diego Herrera Dutari has a strong grasp of the big picture and consistently provides prompt, well-informed responses.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobalDiego Herrera Dutari is very strong in his service and timeliness of response. He demonstrates a high level of sophistication and possesses outstanding business awareness.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
Band 3 
Band 3 
José Luis Sosa
José Luis Sosa continues to win approval from clients and peers for his prowess in corporate and M&A mandates in Panama.
José Luis Sosa is an excellent professional who provides constant, timely and transparent support.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
Band 3 
Band 3 
Ramón Ricardo Arias Porras
Ramón Ricardo Arias Porras boasts extensive experience advising clients on joint venture and vertical integration agreements in Panama. Band 4 
Band 4 
Beatriz Cabal
Solid partner Beatriz Cabal continues to garner significant endorsement from clients for her expertise in the Panamanian corporate and M&A arena.
Beatriz Cabal is a pleasure to work with and highly effective at resolving complex issues for us.
Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
Ranked Individuals at Galindo, Arias & López (4)
Members
Provided by Galindo, Arias & López

Cristina Lewis

Roberto De Araujo López

Diego Alonso de la Guardia Porras

Raul Morales

Daniel Sessa

Raysa De Gracia

Joaquin Sosa

Guillermo Chalhoub



José Luis Sosa
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Beatriz Cabal
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Galindo, Arias & López has rankings in the following guides
Band 1 Latin America 2026
Practice area: Corporate/M&A
Location: Panama
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