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Morgan & Morgan is recognized as “Panama Law Firm of the Year” in the Chambers Latin America Awards 2024.
Panama, November 22, 2024. Morgan & Morgan has been awarded “Panama Law Firm of the Year” at the 2024 Chambers Latin America Awards held in Miami by the highly renowned international legal directory Chambers & Partners. This recognition was received by our esteemed partners Jazmina Rovi, Luis Manzanares, Ramon Varela, Luis Vallarino, and Laura Barrios, underscoring our unrivaled expertise
- Published in News, Jazmina Rovi, Laura Barrios, Luis Manzanares, Luis Vallarino, Ramon Varela
The Role of Regulated Compliance Companies in the Non-Financial Regulated Sector
There are more than 35 compliance companies duly registered and regulated by the Panamanian Superintendence of Non-Financial Regulated Subjects. To help eradicate from our country the crimes of corruption, tax evasion and money laundering, to improve our international image as a financial center and to get out of the grey listings of the EU and
- Published in Corporate Services_news, Alvaro Tomas, Estate Planning_news, News
The National Migration Service implements changes in entry requirements, immigration fines, regularization deadlines, and transit passenger or crew visa
Modifications in the requirements for the waiver of tourist visas for nationals of restricted countries Starting from October 28th, 2024, foreign nationals from restricted countries who hold a valid visa issued by Canada, the United States, Australia, the Republic of Korea, Japan, the United Kingdom, Singapore, or any of the European Union member states at
- Published in Immigration Law_news, News
Morgan & Morgan receives top rankings in IFLR1000 – Latam 2024.
Panama, November 11, 2024. Once again, Morgan & Morgan consolidates its position as a leading law firm in Panama in the 2024 IFLR1000 Latam rankings. Banking and Finance: Tier 2 Capital Markets: Active M&A: Tier 2 Project Development: Tier 1 Individuals: Francisco Arias: Highly Regarded / Banking and Finance, Capital Markets, M&A, Project Development. Inocencio
Update on the qualified investor program: New additions and key changes
On October 15, 2024, Decree 193 was published, modifying Executive Decree No. 722 of 2020 concerning permanent residency as a Qualified Investor. Relevant aspects Investment amount in real estate The investment amount in real estate is permanently set at $300,000. Investment options: To obtain this permit, it is necessary to invest through one of the
- Published in Immigration Law_news, News
Morgan & Morgan is recognized by the American Chamber of Commerce and Industries (AmCham) for its good corporate governance practices.
Panama, November 1, 2024. For its initiative called “IDEA Committee, promoting diversity, inclusion and human rights,” Morgan & Morgan received the highest distinction in the Governance category of the “Sustainable Leadership Recognition 2024”, organized by the American Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Panama (AmCham). The AmCham Sustainable Leadership Award seeks to promote, encourage, and
- Published in News
New Law 446 which grants exemption of interest and surcharges payment on non-paid taxes obligations.
By means of Law 446 of October 28, 2024, published in Official Gazette No. 30149-C, a tax moratorium is granted that exempts the payment of interest and surcharges caused by non-paid taxes obligations, under the following conditions: Taxes included: Income Tax, Real Estate Tax, Operating Notice Tax, Tax on the Transfer of Movable Tangible Goods,
- Published in Taxation_news, Angelica Ortiz, Jose Rafael Reyes, News
Chambers & Partners 2024 Banking & Finance Global Guide
Panama, October 30, 2024. We are delighted to share our contribution to the Chambers & Partners 2024 Banking & Finance Global Guide. In the “Law and Practice” section, we provide an expert opinion on the financing market in Panama, delving into several critical aspects such as regulatory framework, ESG lending, guarantee vehicles, restrictions applicable to
- Published in Banking and Finance_news, Ariana V. Linares T., Kharla Aizpurua, Miguel Arias publi, News
Morgan & Morgan outstands in The Legal 500 Latin America 2025.
Panama, October 25, 2023. “Morgan & Morgan is a world-class law firm and, in addition to being the largest firm in Panama, has a group of terrific attorneys.” In number of ranked practices and individuals, Morgan & Morgan is Panama´s most recognized law firm in The Legal 500 Latin America 2025. With 40 individual rankings
- Published in News, Alejandro E. Chevalier, Allen Candanedo, Ana Castillo, Andres V. Mejía, Angelica Ortiz, Aristides Anguizola, Banking and Finance_news, Corporate Services_news, Energy and Natural Resources_news, Estate Planning_news, Fanny Evans, Francisco Arias, Francisco Linares, Inocencio Galindo, Intellectual Property_news, Jazmina Rovi, Jose Carrizo, Jose Rafael Reyes, Juan David Morgan Jr, Kharla Aizpurua, Labor Law_news, Laura Barrios, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Luis Manzanares, Luis Miguel Hincapie, Luis Raven, Luis Vallarino, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Mayte Sanchez, Miguel Arias publi, Milagros Caballero, Nestor Broce, Orlando Tejeira, Ramon Varela, Raul Castro, Real Estate_news, Ricardo Aleman, Ricardo Arias, Roberto Lewis, Roberto Vidal, Securities and Capital Markets_news, Ship Finance and Registration_news, Shipping and Admiralty Litigation_news, Taxation_news
Morgan & Morgan advised Supermercados Xtra, SA on $300 Million Bond Program.
Panama, October 24, 2024. Morgan & Morgan is proud to announce its role in advising Supermercados Xtra, S.A., one of Panama’s leading supermarket chains, in the registration of a $300 million Revolving Corporate Bond Program with the Superintendence of the Securities Market (SMV) under the SMV’s Abbreviated Registration process. This significant transaction also included the