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The Panama team of global firm ECIJA is ‘distinguished by its proactivity’ and ‘great availability’. As part of the firm’s network across Iberia and Latin America, the team is well placed to assist both well-known domestic brands and international companies, with experience in M&A, corporate restructurings and the establishment of operations under Panama’s multinational company headquarters (SEM) regime. The team is also commended for its expertise in the TMT sector. Practice head Daniel Shamah, who frequently advises on company incorporation, corporate governance and franchise matters, and Armando Córdoba, who specialises in commercial, legal tech, data protection and IP issues, are the key names.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Panama team is distinguished by its proactivity, always wanting to go the extra mile for clients and colleagues who collaborate with the firm. The work delivered is always of a high quality, covering all possible points and aspects that need to be analysed to provide the client with a comprehensive view of the problem or situation.’

  • ‘Client service and attention to detail. Proactivity, quality of deliverables and quick responses to clients' requirements.’

  • ‘The team is well prepared and knows the law relating to all the work we have done. They are faster and more effective than the other firms we have worked with before.’

  • ‘They respond quickly and are available. I have worked with Daniel Shamah and Antonio Vargas, who are excellent.’

  • ‘A high level of service and commitment, with great availability.’

  • 'What makes this practice unique is its ability to bring a traditional and ancient profession into the present day. They provide legal solutions that are ready to face the challenges of the digital age that large, medium and small companies face. The main skill of this team is the ability to find tailored legal solutions for the TMT sector, all without losing sight of its role in supporting the corporate management of the business and people.'

  • 'In our experience with the firm we have found an effective mix between legal advice on the TMT sector and a personalised service that gives us a feeling of warmth and a sense that the lawyers are genuinely interested, not only in the legal situations we are facing, but also also in the professional relationship that we are building.'

  • 'Armando Córdoba and Daniel Shamah stand out not only for their mastery of their areas of practice, but also for their joint ability to develop customised solutions for every aspect of our business, while always trying to let creativity flow. They have a formidable ability to adapt to change, which is key in today's ever-changing world.'

Key clients

  • Jeancenter Corporation
  • Grupo Shalom
  • Novillo Alegre
  • DHL Panama
  • Distribuidora Panatex
  • Helix International Global
  • AMVAC
  • Sanofi

Work highlights

  • Advised AMVAC on its corporate reorganisation after the acquisition of Agricenter and the change of shares within the limited liability company.
  • Advising DHL Panama on various corporate matters.
  • Advising Jeancenter on the restructuring of all departments and subsidiaries of its holding company.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Daniel Shamah