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Ana Lucrecia Tovar

Ana Lucrecia Tovar

Latin America 2027

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Banking & Finance

Panama

11 years ranked

About

Provided by VirtĂș Atelier Legal

Latin America

Practice Areas

Banking & Finance

Capital Markets

Compliance

Corporate / M&A

Corporate / Commercial

Project Finance

Career

Founding Partner - VirtĂč Atelier Legal (2019 - to date);

Partner - Dentons Muñoz (2017 - 2019);

Designated member of the ICSID Panels of Arbitrators (2015 - 2022);

Partner - Fabrega Molino (2004 - 2017); Associate (1998 - 2001);

Legal and Compliance Head - Citibank, N.A (2001 - 2004);

Legal Consultant - Departament of Commerce, Organization of American States (OAS) (1997);

Legal Assistant - Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramirez (1991 - 1997).

Professional Memberships

Board of Directors

Director, Grupo Financiero BG, S.A. (2019 - to date)

Director, Banco General S. A. (2019 - to date)

Director, Banco General (Overseas) Inc. (2019 - to date)

Director, BG Valores S. A. (2019 - to date )

BGV Securities Holdings USA, LLC (2023 - to date)

Secretary and Director; Member of the Executive Committee; Director of Group 14 - Professional Services, Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama (2022 - to date)

President and Director, Fundacion Amador (NGO-Biomuseo) (2017 - to date)

Director, Fundacion Solidaria #TODOPANAMA (NGO). (2020 - to date)

President of the Board, Superintendence of the Securities Market of Panama (2012-2014)

Director, Superintendence of the Securities Market of Panama (2014-2019)

Director, Superintendency of Banks of Panama (2014-2019).

Director, Voces Vitales (2014-2019).

President and Director, FMM Trust (2008-2012).

Fellows and Memberships

Fellow, "Central America Leadership Initiative" (CALI Fellow)

Fellow, Aspen Global Leadership Network (Aspen Fellow)

Founding member, AsociaciĂłn Directoras de PanamĂĄ (ADP in Spanish)

Member, Instituto de Gobierno Corporativo de PanamĂĄ.

Women in the Profession (WIP PanamĂĄ) del Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice

Personal

She has more than 20 years of experience in the financial sector, as well as legal and institutional advisor to banks, securities firms, family offices, and investment funds. She has also been involved in the legal structuring of syndicated financings, project finance, fiduciary structures, development of real estate and tourism projects, public and private issuance of bonds and/or shares, corporate restructuring, financial regulatory issues, and corporate governance and compliance.

Recognized for her track record in providing her clients with quality legal service that ensures good business and the creation of a relationship of trust, security and integrity as main objectives, she wishes to be part of her clients' team to obtain favorable results.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Latin America

Capital Markets - Panama

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Versatile partner Ana Lucrecia Tovar is frequently sought after by Panamanian and international banks and real estate developers to assist with public and private debt issuances. She earns widespread praise for her longstanding career and specialised expertise in capital markets matters.

Banking & Finance - Panama

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Ana Lucrecia Tovar of VirtĂș Atelier Legal receives praise from interviewees for her activity in the banking and finance sphere in Panama. She is experienced handling syndicated, real estate and acquisition financing, as well as banking contracts.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Ana Lucrecia Tovar has experience from both the regulatory and industry perspectives, supported by her in-depth understanding of regulators. This combination enables her to provide balanced, practical and strategic advice, making her a trusted adviser on matters requiring technical precision.

    Capital MarketsChambers Latin America
  • Ana Lucrecia Tovar provides exceptional service and demonstrates extensive experience and strong problem-solving skills.

    Capital MarketsChambers Latin America
  • Ana Lucrecia Tovar combines extensive experience with the ability to handle complex matters effectively.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Latin America

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