The team of 'recognised experts' at Morgan & Morgan is experienced in advising real estate developers and investment companies on complex transactions and projects across the residential, commercial, retail and tourism sectors. In particular, the team is widely known for its niche expertise in advising real estate owners on their conversion into Panamanian real estate investment trusts (SIIs) and registration with the Superintendence of Capital Markets, as well as on subsequent offerings on the Latin American Stock Exchange (Latinex) - a key area of strength for practice head Francisco Arias and Ricardo Arias (both of whom also lead the securities department). Senior associate Giselle Moncada is head of firm's office in David, Chiriquí, and is well versed in providing real estate advice to clients in western Panama.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is very well prepared and experienced.'
- 'They deal with our requests rapidly and show a great sense of responsibility.'
- 'Excellent knowledge of the subject matter and a professional and efficient service.'
- 'They offer a professional, personalised service with immediate access to the firm's other departments.'
- 'They are recognised experts in the Panamanian market, with the contacts that enable them to resolve issues and make the various processes and procedures easier.'
- 'The team stands out for its reputation and position in the market.'
- 'They work as a team, not only internally but also with the client.'
- 'Available 24/7.'
Key clients
- Grupo Roble
- Grupo Verde Azul
- Grupo Provivienda
- CM Realty
- Hacienda Santa Monica
Work highlights
- Advised Green Tower Properties and its shareholders (the owner of 95% of the MMG Tower building) on its conversion into a Panamanian real estate investment trust or sociedad de inversión inmobiliaria (SII) and its registration before the Superintendency of Capital Markets of Panama (SMV).
- Advised social housing developer Inversiones Inmobiliarias Casas Grandes, as sponsor, on the constitution and registration before the SMV of an SII.
- Advised Ithaca Investment Trust, the owner of 213 units of the JW Marriott Panama, on the registration of a revolving programme of senior secured bonds for an amount of up to $40m with the SMV and their listing on the Latin American Stock Exchange (Latinex).
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Practice head
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Francisco Arias