Corporate/M&A

Morgan & Morgan handles a variety of transactional and day-to-day corporate matters in Panama. The team offers extensive experience structuring the acquisition and disposal of majority and minority equity stakes, advising on share purchase and shareholder agreements. The firm handles transactions of a multi-jurisdictional nature, and also provides expert advice on a range of commercial contracts, such as licensing and distribution agreements.

"I find Morgan & Morgan's responsiveness to be very quick and convenient; I always receive a response within the hour. In addition, their commercial awareness is the reason why I choose them as my Panamanian legal counsel."

Market-leading partner Francisco Arias plays a key role in the Panamanian corporate and financial arenas, boasting particular expertise advising on capital markets mandates. He is also well placed to assist clients with mergers, acquisitions and divestments. "It is clear that Francisco Arias' experience working with multi-generational family-owned businesses has given him the knowledge we need to build a strong structure in our company." "He shows total commitment to transactions, and possesses a global strategic orientation that ensures the success of any deal in very complex scenarios."

Noteworthy partner Inocencio Galindo is often found assisting shareholders with buyouts, as well as day-to-day commercial issues. "I hold Inocencio Galindo in high esteem. He is very experienced and active, and attends to significant clients."

Dynamic partner Roberto Vidal continues to elicit strong praise from clients for his business acumen when it comes to M&A deals in Panama. "Roberto Vidal knows corporate law pretty deep and is quick to respond to any doubt I may have. He is very capable to take control of the conversation, and that is something that I feel safe with."