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Morgan & Morgan achieved Tier 1 rankings in IFLR1000 across key practice areas

Panama, December 4, 2025. Morgan & Morgan has once again been recognized as a leading law firm in Panama by IFLR1000, earning Tier 1 rankings in all four primary practice areas covered by the guide: Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, M&A, and Project Development. In addition, eight of our partners have been individually recommended across

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Digital identification, reduction of fines, moratorium for address updates, and express passport service

Digital Identification: New Flexibility for Foreign Nationals Executive Decree No. 26 of November 11th, 2025, amends the existing rules and expands the options available for foreign nationals to carry and present their identity documents. Regulatory Background. Prior to this amendment, foreign nationals were permitted to present the original and a physical copy of their passport

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Morgan & Morgan hosted an exclusive meeting with the Premier of Nevis

Panama, December 2, 2025. Morgan & Morgan had the honor of hosting an exclusive meeting with His Excellency Honorable Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis. The event brought together colleagues interested in this jurisdiction for an engaging discussion on Nevis’ growth and its prospects as an attractive destination for Latin American clients of Panamanian law firms.

Morgan & Morgan advised Banco Davivienda Panamá on historic integration with Scotiabank in Panama.

Panama, December 1, 2025. Morgan & Morgan acted as legal counsel to Banco Davivienda Panamá in the successful closing of a landmark transaction involving the integration of Scotiabank Panamá’s operations (The Bank of Nova Scotia) into Banco Davivienda Panamá. This transaction extends beyond Panama, as Scotiabank’s operations in Costa Rica and Colombia will also be

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Morgan & Morgan is recognized as Pro Bono Leading Lights 2025.

Panama, December 1, 2025. For thirteen consecutive years, Morgan & Morgan has received the “Leading Lights” recognition in Latin America for the firm´s Pro Bono program. Only Morgan & Morgan achieved this status in Panama, sharing honors with leading regional firms. This distinction is granted annually by Latin Lawyer, who, together with the Cyrus R.

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Morgan & Morgan named Panama Law Firm of the Year at Lexology Index Awards 2025

Panama, November 30, 2025. Morgan & Morgan has received the distinction of Panama Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Lexology Index Awards — an accolade that recognizes firms demonstrating exceptional performance based on Lexology’s comprehensive global research across practice areas and jurisdictions. This achievement marks a significant milestone, reflecting the talent, discipline, and

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Morgan & Morgan achieved top recognition in ITR World Tax 2026 rankings

Panama, November 22, 2025. Morgan & Morgan has been recognized in the ITR World Tax 2026 rankings in the categories of General Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing. ITR World Tax is one of the most authoritative guides to leading tax firms worldwide, covering more than 140 jurisdictions and evaluating practitioners across law firms, consultancies, and

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Chambers & Partners 2025 Banking & Finance Global Guide

Panama, November 11, 2025. For the second consecutive year, Morgan & Morgan’s Banking & Finance team, this time comprised of Partner Kharla Aizpurua O., Senior Associate Monica Moreno, and Associate Eduardo Oteiza, has contributed to the Chambers & Partners Banking & Finance Global Guide 2025. In the “Law and Practice” section, we share expert insights into Panama’s financing market, exploring key topics such

Law No. 493 of 2025 authorizes the issuance of a special passport to Qualified Investors with Permanent Residence in Panama

Law No. 493 of October 28th, 2025, published in the Official Gazette on October 29th, 2025, amends Law 32 of 2013, which established the Panama Passport Authority, with the purpose of strengthening and modernizing the Permanent Residence Program for Qualified Investors. Relevant Aspects Law 493 updates and expands the duties of the Panama Passport Authority with respect to

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The National Immigration Authority approves the issuance of safe-conducts for Panamanian citizens traveling to Costa Rica

Resolution No. 27942 of August 1st, 2025 (hereinafter the “Resolution”), published in the Official Gazette on September 30th, 2025, approves the guidelines for processing safe-conducts for Panamanian nationals traveling to the Republic of Costa Rica, under the following provisions Scope of Application The request can only be processed in the provinces of Chiriquí and Bocas del Toro.