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Deduction of education expenses
Article published in the Tax Column of the newspaper La Prensa (April 15, 2018) The National Assembly approved a bill that will allow individual guardians and taxpayers to deduct education expenses incurred with respect to their minor dependent or dependents, which includes (but not limited to as we understand) enrollment and school fees, as well
- Published in 2018, Adolfo Campos, Press Room
Morgan & Morgan is internationally recognized for its Pro Bono program
Panama, March 27, 2018. For the fifth consecutive year, Morgan & Morgan has received the “Leading Lights” recognition in Latin America for the Pro Bono program that the firm executes with the invaluable support of its team of lawyers. This distinction was granted by the British publication Latin Lawyer, who together with the Cyrus R.
The tax rule that subsists over time
Article published in the Tax Column of the newspaper La Prensa (April 1, 2018) Someone once told me: “well-made rules subsist over time.” On the 7th of May, Cabinet Decree 109/1970 and its amendments, which regulate the Directorate General of Revenue (DGI), will celebrate 48 years since its approval. To read the full article click
- Published in 2018, Adolfo Campos, Press Room
Morgan & Morgan represented an insurance company in a civil process of claim for a defective life insurance policy
Morgan & Morgan represented an important company in the insurance sector, in a claim for a defective life insurance policy, in the jurisdiction of consumer protection. Partner Omar Rodriguez, and associates Mayte Sanchez and Emma Cornejo, participated in this process.
- Published in 2017, Cornejo Emma, Mayte Sanchez, Omar Rodriguez
Foreigners with nationalities that require an entry visa may enter Panama with a Schengen Visa
By means of the Executive Decree No. 114, as of April 4th, 2018, foreigners of nationalities that require a visa to enter the Republic of Panama may enter with a Schengen Visa or current European Union Residence. Comments: By means of the Executive Decree No. 114 of April 4th, 2018, any foreigner who requires a
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Carolina Tejada, Giselle Moncada, Immigration Law_news, Ivette Gonzalez, News, Patricia Henderson
Citizens of the Republic of India will require a Stamped Visa to enter in Panamanian territory
By means of the Executive Decree No. 113 of April 4th, 2018, the Republic of India is included within the countries that require Stamped Visa issued by Panamanian Consulate, to enter the national territory. Comments: This Executive Decree only applies to nationals of the Republic of India. Officials from the National Immigration Authority and the
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Ana Frago, Carolina Tejada, Giselle Moncada, Immigration Law_news, News
Travel permit for minors will be online
As of April 1st, the travel permits for minors must be done only digitally. Comments: The interested party must access the website of the National Immigration Authority (migracion.gob.pa), then go to the section “Online Immigration” – option “Requests” and thus access to “Minors Permits”. Attach the following documents in PDF: Copy of Passport (Residents) or
Government establishes half-day of work on Thursday, March 29
The Government of the Republic of Panama, through Executive Decree No. 40 of Tuesday, March 20, 2018, orders the closure of public and municipal offices, nationwide, on Thursday, March 29, 2018 (Holy Thursday) at twelve (12) noon on the occasion of Holy Week. Comments: Terms on administrative procedures are suspended on March 29. Banking institutions
- Published in 2018, Angie Guzman, Labor Law_news, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Milagros Caballero, News, Ricardo Aleman
Morgan & Morgan recognized in the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide
For the second consecutive year, Morgan & Morgan was recognized as a leading firm-Band #1 in the second edition of Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide – Private Wealth Law section, a publication aimed at the international private wealth market and a key reference point of the world´s leading firms in terms of service
- Published in 2018, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, News, Roberto Lewis
Morgan & Morgan promotes corporate lawyer to partner
Panama, March 15, 2018. Morgan & Morgan is pleased to announce the promotion of attorney Fernando Boyd to the partnership of the firm. Fernando Boyd works in the Estate Planning and Corporate Services Department. Mr. Boyd concentrates his practice in business and corporate law, estate planning, private interest foundations, and company formation and management. He
- Published in 2018, Fernando Boyd, News