Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró

Aviation, Corporate and Estate Planning, Offshore services

Partner

Felipe Escalona has 15 years of experience in the legal field, specializing in aviation, corporate, and commercial law. In 2019, he founded Delvalle, Escalona, Levy & Corró (DELCO), a firm that has quickly gained recognition in the industry. Felipe himself has earned prestigious rankings, such as being named a Next Generation Partner by Legal 500, along with mentions by Latin Lawyer and IFLR1000.

In the aviation sector, Felipe is both an enthusiast and a highly-regarded expert. While he advises esteemed airlines like Turkish Airlines, Cargojet, and Air Europa on regulatory matters, such as establishing operations, route permitting, and compliance, his expertise also extends to the intricate financial aspects of acquiring and leasing both commercial and private aircraft for other clients. This dual focus sets him apart as a comprehensive authority in aviation law.

On the corporate and estate planning front, Felipe spearheads practice groups that specialize in these fields. He provides astute legal solutions for high-net-worth individuals, offering services like asset optimization and structuring of wills and trusts.

In commercial law, Felipe is the go-to legal advisor for numerous local and multinational companies initiating or maintaining their operations in Panama. His expertise is invaluable to companies such as inDrive,  Petroleos Delta, Multivac and Flor de Caña, where he provides comprehensive legal advice on various operational aspects.

Adding to his credentials, Felipe serves as a board member for both the IE Panama Alumni Association and the Panama Aviation History Academy. His experience and achievements solidify his reputation as a versatile and exceptional legal professional in aviation, corporate, and commercial law.

Spanish, English

Panama Bar Association, CCIAP - Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama

Masters in Business Administration, MBA – Instituto de Empresa (IE Business School), Madrid, Spain (2008)

Bachelor of Law and Political Science – Universidad Santa María la Antigua (Magna Cum Laude, 2007)