Morgan & Morgan achieves top ranking in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2021

Panama, July 22, 2021. Morgan & Morgan is pleased to announce that, for the sixth consecutive year, the firm´s Private Wealth Law practice group earned a top ranking (Band 1) in the 2021 Chambers Hight Net Worth Guide, a prestigious publication aimed at the international private wealth market and a key reference point of the world´s leading firms in terms of service excellence and reputation.

“Chambers quotes an important institutional client saying: “ I don´t think there is a law firm as excellent as them in Panama. If we have something in Panama, we always go to Morgan & Morgan. They are knowledgeable, they provide an excellent service to clients and they are good to work together with.”

Six of Morgan & Morgan’s attorneys were also distinguished with top rankings as Notable Practitioners in the above-mentioned guide:

Roberto Lewis Morgan, partner, (Band 1) is head of the practice and has a depth of expertise in wealth preservation and succession matters, including private foundations and corporate vehicles. A client commented to Chambers that he “is someone with a fantastic reputation. He is very good creating structures for clients and he is very, very clever” and is “the go-to lawyer for foundation matters.”

Raul Castro, partner, (Band 2) is an advisor to the Panamanian government regarding international tax matters, CRS and FATCA implementation. One market insider says to Chambers “He is a smart attorney with a very good insight into international matters. He is good at handling complex matters and is always coming up with creative solutions for clients.”

Luis Manzanares, partner, (Band 2) has substantial experience in wealth preservation matters, including tax and succession planning advice on investment funds, trusts, and private interest foundations. “Very knowledgeable on foreign trust issues. He is a very client-oriented and great to work with.” says one client to Chambers.

Luis Miguel Hincapie, partner, (Band 3) is regularly assisting the firm´s South American clientele, and oversees the firm´s business strategy in Asia  with a special interest in China. “He has a lot of expertise on international matters, which makes him a great asset to have on your side. He can handle very sophisticated matters,” said one client to Chambers.

Fernando Boyd, partner, (Up and Coming) is recognized for his knowledge of Panamanian Corporate Law and has ample experience in the creation and administration of complex multi-client and multi-jurisdictional structures. “He is an awesome lawyer. He is very responsive, very on top of details and definitely somebody to watch,” said one client to Chambers.

Laura Barrios, senior associate, (Associates to Watch) is considered one of Panama´s most knowledgeable tax treaty and CRS and FATCA reporting expert in the region. “She is very smart and responsive. She is very knowledgeable on Panamanian legislation and guidance for private clients. A fantastic attorney.” says one client to Chambers.

Morgan & Morgan has a seasoned team of lawyers with vast experience in traditional wealth protection and management structures such as discretionary and non-discretionary trusts, private interest foundations and corporations. More than five years ago, the firm started a new practice led by a group of young lawyers with vast knowledge in modern and tax compliant structures tailored for high net worth individuals and families.

 

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Morgan & Morgan achieves top ranking in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2020

Panama, July 29, 2020.

Morgan & Morgan is pleased to announce that, for the fifth consecutive year, the firm´s Private Wealth Law practice group earned top ranking (Band 1) in the 2020 Chambers Hight Net Worth Guide, a publication aimed at the international private wealth market and a key reference point of the world´s leading firms in terms of service excellence and reputation.

“This is a big player in the Panamanian market, capable of dealing with complex tax matters. They are excellent at resolving problems with a practical and effective approach.”, a market commentator says to Chambers.

Three of Morgan & Morgan partners were also distinguished with top rankings in the guide:

Roberto Lewis Morgan, head of the practice with a depth of expertise in wealth preservation and distribution matters, including private foundations and corporate vehicles. A client comments to Chambers that he “gets things moving within the firm” and is “receptive to clients.”

Raul Castro, partner and advisor to the Panamanian government regarding international tax matters, CRS and FATCA implementation. One market insider says to Chambers Castro “is absolutely outstanding,” explaining: “He is the go-to person when you have something complex in Panama or the BVI. He has a very practical approach towards client needs.”

Luis Manzanares, partner and with substantial experience in wealth preservation matters, including tax and succession planning advice on investment funds, trusts and private interest foundations. “A savvy lawyer with huge international experience,” says one client to Chambers.

Morgan & Morgan has a seasoned team of lawyers with vast experience in traditional wealth protection and management structures such as discretionary and non-discretionary trusts, private interest foundations and corporations. More than five years ago, the firm started a new practice led by a group of young lawyers with vast knowledge in modern structures tailored for HNW individuals and families.

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Morgan & Morgan distinguished as a Panamanian top law firm in Chambers Latin America 2019

Panama, September 25, 2018. Morgan & Morgan and sixteen attorneys of the firm were recognized in the Chambers Latin America 2019, guide of the best lawyers and law firms across 20 countries of Central America, the Caribbean, South America and Mexico.

The firm has been ranked in the first Bands within the areas of Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution, Energy & Natural Resources, Intellectual Property, Offshore, Projects, Real Estate, Shipping and Shipping Litigation.

Likewise, the publication noted as leaders in their areas attorneys Inocencio Galindo, Francisco Arias, Ramon Varela, Roberto Vidal, Simon Tejeira, Jose Carrizo, Luis Vallarino, Ana Carolina Castillo, Allen Candanedo, Maria Eugenia Brenes, Roberto Lewis, Luis Manzanares, Enrique De Alba, Jazmina Rovi, Juan David Morgan Jr. and Francisco Linares.

One of the clients interviewed stated that “Judging by the results that the firm achieves, I can say that their advice is effective and arrives in a timely manner. I would highlight their availability and technical competence”. 

About Morgan & Morgan

With over 80 lawyers and 20 practice areas, Morgan & Morgan is a full service Panamanian law firm, regularly assisting local and foreign corporations from different industries, as well as recognized financial institutions, government agencies and individual clients. Of particular note is our continuous advice for clients involved in all stages of the development of important projects related to energy, water supply, construction, oil, mining, public infrastructure, retail, ports, transportation, among others. Learn more at www.morimor.com.

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Morgan & Morgan contributed in the Chambers & Partners Private Wealth Guide 2019

Partners Roberto Lewis, Raul Castro, Luis Manzanares and Fernando Boyd contributed with the Panama chapter of Chambers & Partners Private Wealth Guide 2019.

The guide provides expert legal commentary on the key issues for high net worth individuals and covers the important developments in twenty-seven jurisdictions, including Panama.

The complete guide is available here.

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Morgan & Morgan signs collaboration agreement with PLAN International

Morgan & Morgan and Plan International have signed a collaboration agreement on issues related to children’s rights. Representing Morgan & Morgan was partner Luis Manzanares while PLAN International was represented by Roland Angerer.

The objective of this agreement is to unify efforts and coordinate actions between both to support the FOR BEING A GIRL campaign and the ANTI- BULLYING DRAFT BILL (Learn Without Fear) in Panama, thus promoting corporate social responsibility practices through actions advocating compliance with the commitments made to the Global Compact of the United Nations.

PLAN is one of the largest and oldest existing international development NGOs, with a presence in 70 countries where it works with communities, civil society and government key players, contributing in the support of children’s rights. Meanwhile, Morgan & Morgan is a law firm established since 1923 and is a signatory to the Pro Bono Declaration of the Americas, aiming at providing free legal access to justice, to people experiencing social vulnerability due to poverty.

With partnerships such as this one, Morgan & Morgan reinforces its commitment to the development of women as a key element of social progress, the promotion of Human Rights for Women, Gender Equity and access to justice especially concerning poor women.

Pictured from left to right: Marcela Tejeira, CSR Director of Morgan & Morgan, Roland Angerer, Plan International representative, Luis Manzanares , partner at Morgan & Morgan , Camilla Vengoechea , Business Development Manager and Community at Morgan & Morgan , and Angela Montoya from PLAN International .

Morgan & Morgan y Plan Internacional firmaron un convenio de colaboración en temas relacionados al derecho de la niñez.  Por Morgan & Morgan firmó el socio Luis Manzanares y PLAN Internacional estuvo representado por Roland Angerer.

El objetivo de este convenio es unificar esfuerzos y coordinar acciones entre ambos para apoyar la campaña POR SER NIÑA y El ANTEPROYECTO DE LEY ANTI-BULLYING (Aprender Sin Miedo) en Panamá y de esta manera fomentar las prácticas de responsabilidad social empresarial a través de acciones que promuevan el cumplimiento de los compromisos adquiridos con el Pacto Global de las Naciones Unidas.

PLAN es una de las más grandes y antiguas organizaciones no gubernamentales de desarrollo internacional existentes, con presencia en 70 países en donde trabaja con comunidades, actores de la sociedad civil y del gobierno, contribuyendo a la realización de los derechos de la niñez. Por otro lado, Morgan & Morgan es una firma legal constituida desde 1923 y es signataria de la Declaración Pro Bono de las Américas, cuya finalidad es ofrecer acceso a la justicia de forma gratuita, a personas en situación de vulnerabilidad social por su condición de pobreza.

Con alianzas como ésta, Morgan & Morgan refuerza su compromiso con el desarrollo de la mujer como elemento clave del progreso social, con la promoción de los Derechos Humanos de las Mujeres, con la Equidad de Género y con el acceso a la justicia fundamentalmente en lo referente a mujeres en situación de vulnerabilidad por su condición de pobreza.

En la foto de izquierda a derecha: Marcela Tejeira, Directora de RSE de Morgan & Morgan; Roland Angerer, representante de PLAN Internacional; Luis Manzanares, socio de Morgan & Morgan; Camila de Vengoechea, Gerente de Desarrollo Empresarial y Comunitario de Morgan & Morgan; y Angela Montoya, de PLAN Internacional.

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Outstanding participation of the Morgan & Morgan Group at the STEP Latam Conference 2012

MMG Trust, a member of the Morgan & Morgan Group (MMG), as a Gold Sponsor, participated on September 27th and 28th in the regional STEP Latam Conference 2012 in the Hotel Riu in Panama City, a meeting that served as a gathering point for more than 300 professionals in the Trust and Fiduciary business. As representatives of the MMG, the lawyers Luis Manzanares (Chairman of the Board of STEP-Panama Branch), Eduardo Gonzalez, Gabriel Tribaldos, Nestor Broce, Francisco Nugue (office manager of the Group’s fiduciary in Ecuador) and Hugo Rodriguez (VP of Investment Banking of MMG Bank), participated in the conference.

This conference was aimed for creating business opportunities and relationships that add value to members of this association and thus, create a better service to its customers worldwide. The conference touched on issues of great and current interest, such as: “Latin America and the CFI: partners in a transparent world,” “Tax Reform: Updated on the Latin America Region”, “Repatriation of funds to Latin America”, “The FATCA”, among others. During the conference, the attacks by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) to the territories with financial centers in Latin America and the Caribbean was an issue of debate. Several experts discussed during STEP Latam how small territories like Panama should partner to defend their interests with this organization.

For MMG Trust , it was an honor to participate as a Gold Sponsor in this conference, organized by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), a prestigious international organization composed of leading business professionals in the fiduciary and trust businesses around the globe34

MMG Trust, a member of the Morgan & Morgan Group (MMG), as a Gold Sponsor, participated on September 27th and 28th in the regional STEP Latam Conference 2012 in the Hotel Riu in Panama City, a meeting that served as a gathering point for more than 300 professionals in the Trust and Fiduciary business. As representatives of the MMG, the lawyers Luis Manzanares (Chairman of the Board of STEP-Panama Branch), Eduardo Gonzalez, Gabriel Tribaldos, Nestor Broce, Francisco Nugue (office manager of the Group’s fiduciary in Ecuador) and Hugo Rodriguez (VP of Investment Banking of MMG Bank), participated in the conference.

This conference was aimed for creating business opportunities and relationships that add value to members of this association and thus, create a better service to its customers worldwide. The conference touched on issues of great and current interest, such as: “Latin America and the CFI: partners in a transparent world,” “Tax Reform: Updated on the Latin America Region”, “Repatriation of funds to Latin America”, “The FATCA”, among others. During the conference, the attacks by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) to the territories with financial centers in Latin America and the Caribbean was an issue of debate. Several experts discussed during STEP Latam how small territories like Panama should partner to defend their interests with this organization.

For MMG Trust , it was an honor to participate as a Gold Sponsor in this conference, organized by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), a prestigious international organization composed of leading business professionals in the fiduciary and trust businesses around the globe34

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