Department profile
Galindo, Arias & López

Projects & Energy

Latin America Guide 2026 : Panama


Galindo, Arias & López

Rankings

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Projects & Energy - Panama

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Galindo, Arias & López is a robust full-service firm based in Panama City that is frequently retained for its expertise in dealing with the financing and development of projects. The team is well placed to assist energy companies with regulatory matters, including public tenders, and commercial agreements. The department offers particular capabilities advising on the construction of non-conventional energy projects, including hydroelectric power plants and wind farms. Its deep bench of notable practitioners boasts further expertise advising on transport and social infrastructure projects. The firm represents a range of clients including noteworthy financial entities, sponsors and developers.

Work Highlights

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  • Galindo, Arias & López represented Grupo San Fernando, as one of the investors of Grupo Hospitalario de Azuero, on the development and construction of a brand-new private hospital, which is operating under Clinica Especializada de Azuero.

Strengths

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  • I value Galindo, Arias & López's experience in energy projects. The team has knowledge, availability and capabilities for resolving matters.

    Projects & Energy respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Salomón Behar
    Band 2Salomón Behar

    Salomón Behar

    Experienced partner Salomón Behar continues to be regarded as a powerhouse in the Panamanian projects and energy area. He boasts expertise advising clients on public bidding processes, as well as the financing and development of infrastructure and energy projects.

    • Salomón Behar is a very professional lawyer who understands the laws and regulations in Panama very well. With him, we get close customer service and good communication.

      Projects & Energy respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Cristina Lewis
    Band 4Cristina Lewis

    Cristina Lewis

    Active partner Cristina Lewis continues to be well placed to assist local and international clients with their project finance mandates. She is also adept at advising on the construction and operation of major infrastructure and power generation projects in Panama.
    • Cristina Lewis is a professional with a lot of experience, who demonstrates comprehensive and extensive knowledge.

      Projects & Energy respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Diego Herrera Dutari
    Band 4Diego Herrera Dutari

    Diego Herrera Dutari

    Established partner Diego Herrera Dutari is often found assisting domestic and international clientele with the development and operation of notable energy and social infrastructure projects in Panama. He also counsels clients on project finance, as well as advising them on contentious construction claims.

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