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Morgan & Morgan participated in conference on risks in the recruitment of personnel in companies

On June 21, 2017, the conference on «Risks in hiring job candidates» was held in Panama City, organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Mexico-Panama (Camexpa). María Teresa Mendoza, partner in the Labor Law Department of Morgan & Morgan, took part as speaker with the theme «Legal aspects in the process of selecting candidates for

Nestor J. Broce, new president of STEP-Panama

Nestor J. Broce, lawyer of MMG Trust, took office as the new president of STEP-Panama for the 2017-2018 period. Mr. Broce is a Senior Associate of Morgan & Morgan, and General Manager of MMG Trust (Panama) S.A., headquarter of the fiduciary operations of Morgan & Morgan Group in Panama. He has a solid professional background,

Attorneys of Morgan & Morgan participated in AmCham conference

Lawyers Kharla Aizpurua O. and Nestor J. Broce from the Legal and Fiduciary Units respectively, participated as speakers at the Law and Tax Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce of Panama (AmCham) to explain the Law 21 of May 10, 2017 that establishes the rules for regulation and supervision of trustees, the trusts business

Morgan & Morgan is recognized as an outstanding firm for its diversity initiatives

Morgan & Morgan was recognized as an outstanding firm at the 2017 Americas Women in Business Law Awards, organized by Euromoney Legal Media Group. This recognition highlights the best initiatives of law firms around the world in diversity, gender equality, innovative projects, minorities, work-personal life balance, pro bono work and talent retention. These nominations are

Regulación de estadía de turistas en Panamá

Mediante el Decreto Ejecutivo No. 269 de 29 de mayo de 2017, se reduce a 90 días la estadía en calidad de turista para nacionales de Colombia, Nicaragua y Venezuela. Comentarios:  Este Decreto Ejecutivo aplica para personas de nacionalidad colombiana, nicaragüense y venezolana. Se establece el término de noventa (90) días a las personas de

Regulation of tourists stay in Panama

By Executive Decree No. 269 of May 29th, 2017, the stay as tourists for nationals from Colombia, Nicaragua and Venezuela, reduces to 90 days. Comments: This Executive Decree applies to individuals who are nationals of Colombia, Nicaragua and Venezuela. A term of ninety (90) days is established for individuals of the above-mentioned nationalities to remain

Nueva Ley que crea la Licencia de Paternidad en Panamá

Mediante la Ley No. 27 de martes 23 de mayo de 2017 se crea la licencia de paternidad para trabajadores de empresas privadas y servidores públicos. Comentarios: La Licencia de paternidad aplica para trabajadores, cuya esposa o conviviente en condiciones de singularidad y estabilidad, se encuentre en estado de gravidez. Para acogerse a la licencia

Morgan & Morgan refuerza las prácticas de Derecho Migratorio y Laboral

Morgan & Morgan se complace en anunciar la reciente incorporación a la firma de los socios Ricardo Alemán, María Teresa Mendoza y Albalira Montúfar, con el objetivo de seguir garantizando el más alto nivel de servicio en las áreas de Derecho Migratorio y Laboral.  Los tres cuentan con amplia experiencia asesorando a compañías nacionales y

Francisco Linares, new Chairman of the Panamanian Maritime Law Association

Dr. Francisco Linares, partner of Morgan & Morgan, took office as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Panamanian Maritime Law Association for the 2017-2018 term. The act took place last May 5 at the Museum of the Interoceanic Canal in Panama City, with the presence of personalities and professionals of the legal and

Morgan & Morgan participated in Panamanian electricity market forum

On April 6, 2017, in commemoration of the 20 years of the Electricity Law, the «Past, present and future of the electricity sector» forum was held in Panama City, organized by the National Bar Association. Morgan & Morgan participated as a sponsor of this event, which brought together lawyers, lenders, developers and government officials who