FinTech Guide 2026 : Panama
Ranked Individuals
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Veló Legal is known for its work on intellectual property matters. The firm also has expertise in FinTech financial regulatory matters and in helping foreign clients to set up operations in Panama.
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Veló Legal has assisted BIP Ventures, which offers urban transportation services through a digital platform, on establishing its operations in Panama including assuring compliance with local e-commerce regulations.
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Veló excels at translating novel, technology‑driven business models into structures that fit Panama’s legacy legal framework, routinely proposing innovative solutions that win regulator acceptance.
One of the main strengths that distinguishes this department from others in the industry is its highly personalised approach. The team dedicates time to thoroughly understanding each requirement.
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Carolina De La Guardia is a partner at Veló Legal. She specialises in intellectual property and has a strong financial regulatory practice for FinTech clients.
Carolina is very involved in public policy that affects the FinTech market in Panama and is very knowledgeable in what she does.
Carolina is a real go-getter. She is extremely good at due diligence and is a phenomenal lawyer.
Juan Raúl Vega is a senior associate at Veló Legal who has experience in helping FinTech clients on payments matters, as well as with helping foreign firms to set up a presence in Panama.
Juan Raúl's hands‑on approach makes him feel like an extension of our C‑suite rather than outside counsel.
What truly sets Juan Raúl Vega apart from colleagues at other firms is his level of personalised attention and immediate willingness to address any questions or needs.
Liz Ramsey is part of the digital department at Veló Legal. She often assists payment service providers with financial regulatory matters.
Liz is a person with great willingness and desire to collaborate, this combined with her knowledge and willingness to learn has proven to be very valuable to us.
Liz is our go-to person when working with start-ups. She is very knowledgeable and works diligently to add value to all the parties involved.
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