Morgan & Morgan advised on one of the most significant capital markets transactions in the Central American and Caribbean energy sector
Morgan & Morgan acted as Panamanian legal counsel to Generadora de Gatún, S.A. (“Gatún”) in a landmark international bond issuance in an aggregate amount of US$1.05 billion, structured under Rule 144A / Regulation S. The issuance was registered with the Panamanian Superintendency of the Securities Market (Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores) and listed on the
Chambers & Partners 2026 Fintech Guide
Morgan & Morgan contributed to the Chambers & Partners Fintech Global Guide 2026. The Panama chapter was authored by partners Kharla Aizpurua O. and Roberto Vidal, senior associate Miguel Arias, and associate Eduardo Oteiza. In the Law and Practice section, the firm provides an overview of Panama’s fintech landscape, addressing the regulatory framework applicable to key business models
- Published in Eduardo Oteiza, Kharla Aizpurua, Miguel Arias publi, News, Roberto Vidal
Chambers & Partners 2025 Fintech Global Guide: Panama
Panama, August 13, 2025. For the second consecutive year, our team comprised of partners Kharla Aizpurua O. and Roberto Vidal, and international associate Miguel Arias – had the honor of contributing to the Panama chapter of the Chambers & Partners 2025 Fintech Global Guide. In the “Law and Practice” section, our team provides a valuable analysis on fintech policies, business
- Published in Kharla Aizpurua, Miguel Arias publi, News, Roberto Vidal
Morgan & Morgan advised on the structuring of a US$100 Million Revolving Corporate Bond Program.
Panama, June 23, 2025. Morgan & Morgan provided legal counsel in connection with the public offering of a Revolving Corporate Bond Program for US$100,000,000.00. The bonds registered with the Superintendency of Capital Markets (SCM) of Panama and listed on the Latin American Stock Exchange (Latinex). The transaction was structured to refinance existing third-party debt and
Morgan & Morgan advised Sojitz Corporation on the acquisition of Petroautos, S.A., authorized Hyundai distributor in Panama.
Panama, June 11, 2025. Morgan & Morgan acted as legal counsel to Sojitz Corporation in the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Petroautos, S.A., the exclusive distributor of the Hyundai brand in Panama. With over 30 years of experience, Petroautos has established itself as one of the leading players in the Panamanian automotive sector,
Morgan & Morgan advised on the sale of two solar plants.
Panama, April 2, 2025. Morgan & Morgan advised the shareholders of Aguafuerte, S.A. and Aquavoltaic, S.A. (the “Companies”) on the sale of their shares to Cox Energy. Cox Energy is a leading company in the development and promotion of energy solutions in America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The Companies operate two solar plants
- Published in Ana Castillo, Energy, expertise, Mergers & Acquisitios, Miguel Arias publi, Miguel Arias_exp, Projects
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 Platinum Brands, S.A. on acquisition of KFC and Dairy Queen assets in Panama.
Panama, May 31, 2024. Morgan & Morgan has advised Platinum Brands, S.A. (“PBSA”) on the acquisition of assets related to the operation of the Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) and Dairy Queen franchises in the Republic of Panama, previously owned by Franquicias Panameñas, S.A. (“FPSA”). As part of this transaction, PBSA has assumed the operation of
Chambers & Partners 2024 Fintech Global Guide
Panama, April 29, 2024. Morgan & Morgan´s Telecommunications, Technology & Data Protection team, comprised of partners Kharla Aizpurua Olmos and Roberto Vidal, and associates Alejandro Vasquez Vallarino and Miguel Arias, contributed to the Panama Chapter of Chambers & Partners 2024 Fintech Global Guide. The guide includes the “Law and Practice” section, which provides a valuable analysis on fintech policies, business
- Published in News, Alejandro Vasquez Vallarino, Kharla Aizpurua, Miguel Arias publi, Roberto Vidal











