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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.
More information on this recognition is available here.
- Published in 2020, Estate Planning, Luis Manzanares, News, Raul Castro, Roberto Lewis
Latin Lawyer highlighted Morgan & Morgan
The 2019 edition of Latin Lawyer recommended Morgan & Morgan as the largest firm in Panama. “A large headcount and an established presence in the market gives Morgan & Morgan the manpower and experience required to guide some of Panama’s most significant transactions”, states the guide.
Partners Juan David Morgan Jr., Francisco Linares, Enrique De Alba, Jazmina Rovi, Inocencio Galindo, Francisco Arias, Ramon Varela, Roberto Lewis, Raul Castro, Ricardo Aleman, Albalira Montufar, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Mercedes Arauz de Grimaldo, Enrique Jimenez and Jose Carrizo, received mentions as key players.
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.
- Published in 2018, Allen Candanedo, Ana Castillo, Banking Law, Banking Law_publi, Energia_publi_es, Energy_publi, Enrique De Alba, Estate Planning_publi, Estate Planning-es_publi, Francisco Arias, Francisco Linares, Inocencio Galindo, Jazmina Rovi, Jose Carrizo, Juan David Morgan Jr, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Litigios y Resolución de Conflictos, Luis Manzanares, Luis Vallarino, Maria Brenes, Mergers & Acquisitios, News, Projects, Projects-es, Ramon Varela, Real Estate, Real Estate-es, Roberto Lewis, Roberto Vidal, Securities and Capital Markets, Securities and Capital Markets-es, Shipping and Admiralty Ligitation, Simon Tejeira
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.
- Published in 2018, Estate Planning_publi, Estate Planning-es_publi, Fernando Boyd, Luis Manzanares, News, Raul Castro, Roberto Lewis
Latin Lawyer highlighted Morgan & Morgan
Once again, Latin Lawyer 250 recommended Morgan & Morgan as the largest firm in Panama. “A large headcount and an established presence in the market gives Morgan & Morgan the manpower and experience required to guide some of Panama’s most significant transactions”, states the guide.
This 2018 edition looks at each jurisdiction firm by firm and presents a complete analysis of most recent developments, practices and leading professionals field by field.
Partners Juan David Morgan Jr., Francisco Linares, Enrique De Alba, Jazmina Rovi, Inocencio Galindo, Francisco Arias, Ramon Varela, Roberto Lewis, Raul Castro, Ricardo Aleman, Albalira Montufar, Maria Teresa Mendoza, Mercedes Arauz de Grimaldo, Enrique Jimenez and Jose Carrizo, received mentions as key players.
TerraLex named Global Network of the Year
Panama, April 24, 2018. As the proud TerraLex member firm for Panama, we are excited to announce that The Lawyer named TerraLex “Global Network of the Year” at its annual European Awards program in London. Recognized as the benchmark of excellence in the European legal sector, The Lawyer European Awards honors leaders in the market.
TerraLex was selected from a long list of network nominees in recognition of several notable initiatives, as well as its member’s commitment to innovation and collaboration. The judges noted 2017 as a year of significant development for TerraLex and commented that they are impressed that a network established for so many years has shown such innovation and progress.
Examples of this progress cited by the judges include: An African Affiliate Program which implemented coverage for challenging jurisdictions by allowing existing TerraLex Members to affiliate firms in Africa with whom they regularly work but who would not qualify for regular TerraLex membership. Also formally launched: an industry/sector program in which industry teams work to identify the key issues clients face and then develop thought leadership and service solutions to respond to them.
The judges were particularly struck by Terralex’s examples of truly collaborative working, demonstrating many occasions when the network could beat a large global firm and showing true benefits of membership to its members. This impressive acknowledgement is a tribute to the quality and dedication of TerraLex firms and all the TerraLex lawyers who volunteer their time to contribute to the network’s success.
“We congratulate Terralex for this achievement and feel very honored to be the exclusive representative in Panama for this global network since 1990”, said Enrique Jimenez and Roberto Lewis, partners of Morgan & Morgan and representatives to Terralex on behalf of the firm.
About TerraLex
TerraLex is one of the world’s leading international legal networks. With more than 150 leading law firms and more than 19,000 attorneys in over 100 countries, TerraLex members provide the legal resources and expertise needed to deliver well-managed and consistent service. Learn more at www.terralex.org.
About Morgan & Morgan
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. Learn more at www.morimor.com
- Published in 2018, Enrique Jimenez, News, Roberto Lewis
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 excellence and reputation. The editorial also highlighted the work of MMG Trust (Panama) S.A., a company of the Morgan & Morgan Group that provides trust services.
“I really appreciate the fantastic support they offer in setting up structures for family planning. They’re very efficient, they’re knowledgeable and give the support that we have needed, and I really appreciate the sense of co-operation that they give to us”, a client says to Chambers.
Furthermore, partner Roberto Lewis received a special distinction as a “notable practitioner” with his experience focusing on wealth preservation and distribution matters including trust creation and administration, corporate vehicles and foundations.
This recognition sets a remarkably high precedent, and marks an internationally-recognised achievement of excellence in promoting professional ethics as well as the soundness business practices both locally and internationally.
The complete guide is available here.
- Published in 2018, News, Roberto Lewis
Morgan & Morgan recognized in The Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2016
Chambers and Partners recognized Morgan & Morgan as a leading firm-Band 1 in the Private Wealth Law section of the first edition of The Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2016, a publication specifically 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.
“A full-service firm with offices in Latin America, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean, Morgan & Morgan has a substantial estate planning and private wealth practice. The team advises individual and institutional clients on the creation and administration of such vehicles as trusts and private interest foundations, as well as their use for wealth transfer. Clients seeking the firm’s wealth structuring expertise may also benefit from other subsidiaries of the Morgan & Morgan Group, including fiduciary company MMG Trust (Panama) SA.”, highlighted the editorial.
Furthermore, our partner Roberto Lewis received a special distinction as a “notable practitioner” with much experience working with international clients as well as specializing in issues of wealth preservation and distribution.
This recognition sets a remarkably high precedent, and marks an internationally-recognised achievement of excellence in promoting professional ethics as well as the soundness business practices both locally and internationally.
- Published in Estate Planning, News, Roberto Lewis
Morgan & Morgan advised Inabata America Corporation in the acquisition of a shareholding participation in Agricola Industrial El Boldo
Morgan & Morgan acted as Panamanian counsel to Inabata America Corporation, Japanese trader, in the acquisition of 33,34% of the Chilean company Agricola Industrial El Boldo, owned by Algerton Corp. and dedicated to the production, commercialization, sale and distribution of cranberries worldwide.
For this acquisition transaction, the firm was required to issue opinions on matters relating to Panamanian corporate law and making the due diligence on the selling company.
Firms from Chile, Panama and the United States were involved in the transaction that closed on May 12, 2016.
Roberto Lewis, partner, and Fernando Boyd, associate, took part in this transaction.
- Published in expertise, Fernando Boyd, Roberto Lewis
Morgan & Morgan advices in acquisition of Cardoze & Lindo, S.A.
On Friday, September 16, 2011, after more than three months of negotiations, a group of Ecuadorian investors acquired a significant share of the assets of Cardoze & Lindo, S.A., as well as its liabilities. The operation led to a change in the Panamanian distributor of the Caterpillar brand.
Morgan & Morgan provided legal counsel in the deal, structuring the legal framework used to acquire the necessary assets for the group’s new operation in Panama. The partners, Carlos Ernesto González Ramírez, Roberto Lewis, Eduardo González, and Francisco Arias were all involved in various stages of the process. Carlos E. González R. led the firm’s team, which included, among others, Ricardo Lachman, who managed the labor aspects of the deal, and Ana Cristina Castrellón, who was responsible for contractual and corporate management.
As part of the transaction, Morgan & Morgan also advised Importadora Industrial Agricola S.A. (IIASA) on the financing portion of the operation by Caterpillar Financial.
Also participating in the deal were the law firms of Galindo Arias & Lopez, advising Cardoze & Lindo, and Patton Moreno & Azvat, advising Caterpillar Financial.
El día viernes 16 de septiembre de 2011, culminó un proceso de negociación de más de tres meses mediante el cual un grupo de inversionistas ecuatorianos adquirió una parte importante de los activos de Cardoze y Lindo, S.A. y asumió sus pasivos. Esta operación ha tenido como marco un cambio de distribuidor de la marca Caterpillar en Panamá.
Morgan & Morgan actuó como asesor estructurando el esquema legal que se utilizó para adquirir los activos necesarios para la nueva operación de este grupo en Panamá. Los socios Carlos Ernesto González Ramírez, Roberto Lewis, Eduardo González y Francisco Arias estuvieron involucrados en distintas etapas del proceso. Carlos E. González R. dirigió el equipo de la firma, el cual estuvo integrado por Ricardo Lachman, dirigiendo la parte laboral; Ana Cristina Castrellón, en el manejo contractual y corporativo; así como otros miembros de la firma en temas puntuales.
Como parte de la transacción, Morgan & Morgan también asesoró a Importadora Industrial Agricola S.A. (IIASA) en lo que correspondió al financiamiento de la operación por parte de Caterpillar Financial.
También participaron en la operación las firmas Galindo Arias & López, asesorando a Cardoze & Lindo, y Patton Moreno & Azvat asesorando a Caterpillar Financial.