The 'highly qualified' team at Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee is active across the gamut of capital market transactions in Panama, including domestic and cross-border, private and public listings of debt and equity securities, and liability management mandates for a range of clients including multinational investment banks. The firm is a point of call for leading firms in New York and London seeking local counsel in Panama, with lawyers specialising in securitisations, as well as representing Panamanian and Central American issuers, including financial institutions. Arturo Gerbaud and Rafael Marquínez co-lead the practice, with Marquínez playing an active role in advising clients on capital market transactions, having represented underwriters in the local market. Rita de la Guardia is experienced in local and international capital market deals and cross-border listings of debt securities, while Rafael Amar supports Marquínez in a wide range of capital market deals.
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Testimonials
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‘Highly qualified and has an excellent relationship with their clients.'
‘Arturo Gerbaud is highly specialised in terms of experience and knowledge in the financial sector. Rita de la Guardia is noted for her deep knowledge and close relationship with her clients.'
Key clients
- Banistmo
- Desarrollos Comerciales
- Soluciones de Microfinanzas (Microsefin)
- BAC International Bank
- Global Bank Corporation
- Banco General
- BG Trust
- BG Valores
- Inmobiliaria Don Antonio
- Fondo General de Inversiones
- Fondo General de Retorno Total
- Ofertas e Inversiones
Work highlights
Advising Banistmo on a bond issuance for Supermercados Xtra.
Guiding Desarrollos Comerciales in amending bond terms.
Supporting Microsefin in launching ESG bonds.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Arturo Gerbaud; Rafael Marquínez