Galindo, Arias & López continues to provide the gamut of corporate and M&A services for large multinationals, including advising companies on cross-border and domestic M&A, as well as corporate restructurings. The firm’s client base covers a vast range of industries, ranging from energy and telecoms to food and beverages, real estate and hospitality. Diego Herrera co-leads the practice and is noted for his expertise in project development and corporate financing mandates for large, multinational companies in deals involving multi-jurisdictional issues. Ramón Ricardo Arias jointly leads the practice and leads on the firm’s financial restructurings for national and international businesses, while Jose Luis Sosa and Beatriz Cabal are experienced in handling M&A and project finance matters for electronic goods retailers, real estate developers and hospitality clients. Senior associate Andrés Sanjur left the firm in May 2025.
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Key clients
- Franquicias Panameñas
- Grupo MQA Americas
Work highlights
Advised Inicia on the acquisition of Gerdau’s stake in Gerdau Metaldom and Gerdau Diaco through multiple Panamanian SPVs.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Ramón Ricardo Arias
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Diego Herrera; Ramón Ricardo Arias