Latin America Guide 2027 : Panama
Ranked Individuals
Provided by LOVILL
LOVILL represents clients in complex international transactions, as well as legal matters required in the regular course of business. The corporate team provides legal advice to clients in the following sectors: consumer goods, infrastructure, logistics, transportation, pharmaceuticals, security, financial entities, telecommunications, e-commerce, among others. LOVILL offers a multidisciplinary team that can advise businesses on corporate structures, contracts, compliance, administrative regulations, tax and merger and acquisition transactions.
LOVILL has developed an expert practice for providing legal services in the region to multinational companies, family offices, foreign investors, and private clients that consider Panama, due to its strategic location, special investment incentives, political stability and dynamic economy, as the best place to establish their operations in the region. LOVILL advises each client according to the investment regime and corporate structure that best suits its business goals.
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LOVILL houses a well-regarded corporate practice group involved in an array of mandates such as M&A transactions, spin-offs and corporate restructuring, along with corporate governance matters in Panama. The team is also active assisting clients with the drafting of commercial contracts.
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LOVILL advised Sanfer Centroamérica y Caribe on the acquisition of Vitalis, including conducting due diligence on the Panama branch, as well as advising on other matters related to the cross-border M&A transaction.
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LOVILL's team is very skilled, demonstrates a strong commitment, and provides accurate advice within very short timeframes. They are distinguished by their exceptional client service, responding promptly, clearly and with a strong sense of urgency.
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Noteworthy partner Alejandro Fung is roundly endorsed by the market for his experience handling corporate mandates in Panama.
Alejandro Fung is an excellent lawyer with strong analytical skills. He explains matters clearly, sets out what to expect and the steps involved, consistently meets deadlines and inspires confidence.
Key partner Elizabeth Heurtematte continues to provide a solid practice advising clients on regulatory corporate mandates, as well as negotiating commercial agreements in Panama.
Elizabeth Heurtematte excels at understanding complex issues and handling challenging transactions, always keeping her clients' business interests in mind. She approaches every matter with energy and dedication and consistently finds practical and effective solutions.
Corporate/M&A
Head of Corporate/M&A
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Cristina López
Head of Department
Alejandro Fung
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