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
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
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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.
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New procedure for the validation of medical leave certificates in Panama
We hereby remind you that, as of today, Monday, October 13, 2025, Executive Decree No. 17 of 2025, issued by the Ministry of Health (MINSA), has entered into force. This decree was published in the Official Digital Gazette No. 30341-A on August 11, 2025. The new regulatory framework aims to formalize and establish the conditions
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Morgan & Morgan advised Grupo Estrella on the acquisition of Cemex Panama.
Panama, October 3, 2025. Morgan & Morgan acted as legal counsel to Grupo Estrella in the acquisition of Cemex Panama’s assets, a transaction valued at over US$200 million. The deal included the Cemento Bayano plant, located in Calzada Larga, Chilibre, with two integrated production lines, as well as cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates operations. Grupo Estrella,
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Morgan & Morgan advised Inversiones Cuscatlán Centroamérica S.A. on the acquisition of La Hipotecaria (Holding) Inc.
Panama, September 11, 2025. Morgan & Morgan acted as legal advisor to Inversiones Cuscatlán Centroamérica, S.A. (Inversiones Cuscatlán), as purchaser, in the closing of the transaction for the acquisition of 100% of the shares of La Hipotecaria (Holding), Inc., the holding company of Banco La Hipotecaria, S.A. and other operations in Colombia, El Salvador, and the











