Galindo, Arias & López
More informationThe dispute resolution practice at Galindo, Arias & López is lauded for its ‘experience and knowledge to deal with sensitive issues’. The firm is commended for the depth of its expertise in administrative litigation in highly regulated sectors, acting for an impressive roster of key players in the energy (particularly electricity), financial, aviation and telecoms industries, and for its stellar track record in cases before the Supreme Court. The team also has extensive experience in construction litigation, and is increasingly active in the arbitration arena, including in international proceedings. Diego de la Guardia, who is a mainstay on high-profile contentious mandates, steers the practice alongside Selva Quintero, who wins high praise for her ‘professional, personalised, transparent and empathetic service’, with a strong focus on complex energy and telecoms disputes. Of counsel Adán Arjona, an expert in corporate disputes and a former President of the Supreme Court, is another name to note at the senior level. The firm also benefits from a sizeable pool of skilled associates, including Jeimy Lasso, who is particularly well regarded for administrative litigation; Gabriela Vásquez, a specialist in labour and regulatory disputes; and María Dorado, who frequently handles damages claims.
Testimonials
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‘The team helped us to resolve a complex, high-value case before the Supreme Court. They have the experience and knowledge to deal with sensitive issues and know how things work behind the scenes of the court.’
‘Diego de la Guardia, Selva Quintero and María Dorado stand out.’
‘The team is very good, keeping us promptly informed of any news. For us, it is the best team in Panama due to the quality of its lawyers.’
‘Diego de la Guardia, Adán Arjona and Selva Quintero stand out for their excellent professionalism.’
- 'An informed, experienced and professional team, with high ethical standards.'
- 'Selva Quintero provides a professional, personalised, transparent and empathetic service.'
Key clients
- Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Metro-Oeste
- Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Chiriquí
- Petroterminal de Panamá
- Sonama Panamá y Sonama
- Mercantil Banco
- BCT Bank International
- Obras Portuarias De Coatzacoalcos
- Copa
- Villamorey
- América Móvil
Work highlights
- Acting for Petroterminal de Panama in litigation in which over 5,000 plaintiffs are seeking damages of $47.5m relating to an oil spill in Chiriquí Lagoon.
- Representing Sonama Panama in an action for the attachment of assets with a bond waiver of $25.4m.
- Acting for Corporación La Prensa in litigation brought by former boxing world champion Roberto Durán over the publication and distribution of a collectable album.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Diego de la Guardia, Selva Quintero