Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee

Arbitration, Litigation

Associate

Associate at Aleman, Cordero, Galindo & Lee (2002-present) Alternate Justice of the First Superior Court (2002-2008) Civil Circuit Judge (1991-2002) Municipal Judge (1983-1991)

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Panama Bar Association Panamanian Institute of Procedural Law Commission in charge of drafting the reforms to the Judicial Code

Certificate of Specialization in Procedural LawUniversidad de Panama, Panama City, Panama(1994) Bachelor of Law and Political SciencesUniversidad de Panama, Panama City, Panama(1983)

Arcelio Vega is an associate attorney at Alcogal, where he brings a unique strategic perspective to litigation and arbitration. His career combines academic, judicial, and private practice experience, enabling him to anticipate scenarios and design effective solutions for complex disputes.

He was trained at the Universidad de Panamá, where he earned his degree in Law and Political Science, as well as a specialization in Procedural Law. Since then, Arcelio has dedicated much of his career to strengthening the administration of justice. Prior to joining Alcogal, he held key positions such as Municipal Judge and Civil Circuit Judge, and also served for several years as an Alternate Magistrate of the First Superior Court, giving him a deep understanding of judicial processes.

Committed to the evolution of Panama’s legal framework, he has contributed to the dissemination of legal knowledge through teaching and participation in reform initiatives. He is an active member of professional associations that promote legal excellence. His approach combines technical rigor, strategic vision, and a strong commitment to defending his clients’ interests.