Arias

Corporate and Commercial law | Dispute Resolution, Litigation and Arbitration

Partner

Yuri Moreno is a Partner at Arias Panama with over 35 years of experience in corporate law and litigation. He represents financial institutions, corporations, and private clients in civil and commercial disputes. Throughout his career, he has handled high-profile commercial litigation and arbitration cases at both the national and international levels, achieving favorable outcomes in contract breaches, shareholder disputes, and financial claims.

His expertise has also led him to serve as an arbitrator for the Panama Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (CeCAP) and the Conflict Resolution Center (CESCON). Additionally, he provides counsel on regulatory matters and administrative proceedings, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal and business risks.

With extensive knowledge of maritime law, Yuri has strategically advised major shipping companies operating under the Panamanian flag.

Beyond his legal practice, he has played a significant role in the business sector. For several years, as an advisor to the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce, Industries, and Agriculture of Panama for several years and as an Alternate Director of the same organization. Committed to social responsibility, he has also held leadership positions as President of the Club Activo 20-30 de Panamá, the Fundación Activo 20-30 de Panamá, and the Teletón 20-30 de Panamá.

Before joining Arias in 2016, Yuri worked at prestigious Panamanian law firms and led his own private practice. He also served as Chief Negotiator for the Foreign Trade Council of the Republic of Panama (CONCEX) and participated in the country’s first free trade agreement negotiations with Mexico and Chile between 1996 and 1997.

Yuri’s strategic approach and ability to anticipate risks have established him as a key figure in litigation and dispute resolution, delivering effective legal solutions aligned with his clients’ business objectives.

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International Bar Association.

 Law Degree with Honors from Universidad Santa María La Antigua.

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