Carolina De La Guardia
FinTech Guide 2025
Band 1 : FinTech Legal
Band 1
About
Provided by Carolina De La Guardia
Practice Areas
Fintech, Corporate and Financial Law (Mergers & Acquisitions), Data Protection, and Information and Communication Technologies, Intellectual Property, Business Law, Public Procurement
Career
Carolina is a distinguished fintech and tech legal expert whose advisory work spans across blockchain, digital payment solutions, and data privacy. Beyond her private legal practice, Carolina serves as a board member of the Panamanian Technology Chamber, where she significantly contributes to the public discourse. Through this role, she actively participates in drafting new legislation and establishing best practices, advising the government on enhancing the fintech and tech sector. Her deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, data privacy laws, and international transactions positions her as an indispensable asset to fintech enterprises navigating complex legal landscapes in Panama. Carolina's comprehensive contributions to both the private sector and public policy underscore her instrumental role in advancing the industry's growth and legal integrity.
Professional Memberships
International Bar Association (IBA)
Panamanian Technology Chamber (CAPATEC) - Board member
Work Highlights
● Consultation for Redline Blockchain: As the lead partner, Carolina provided Redline Blockchain with essential legal counsel, covering compliance with financial regulations, data protection, and IP rights. Her involvement was pivotal in fortifying the client's position in the competitive fintech market, showcasing her skil in merging regulatory compliance with technological advancement.
● Advisory for Mi Tiendita Latama Panamanian fintech platform. Her work ensured robust IP protection, clear terms and conditions, and a data privacy policy that set the platform apart in the digital economy.
Industry Sector Expertise
Startups, Fintech, Retail, Financial, Pharmaceutical, others
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Education
The College of William & Mary
LL.M in Corporate Law
2009
Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua
Bachelor of Law and Political Science
2008
Chambers Review
FinTech
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.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Carolina De La Guardia is a great attorney with a focus on problem solving."
"Carolina De La Guardia is one of the best attorneys in Panama."
"Carolina De La Guardia is a great attorney with a focus on problem solving."
"Carolina De La Guardia is one of the best attorneys in Panama."