Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán

Highlighted for its ‘in-depth knowledge of commercial matters' and ’practical and effective advice', Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán advises predominantly multinational clients on the full range of corporate matters, from M&A (including cross-border transactions) to joint ventures, the incorporation of special purpose vehicles, commercial contracts and regulatory issues. Practice head Alexis Herrera Jr has ‘extensive experience' advising on M&A, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors, and acting for multinationals in Panama’s free trade zones. Other prominent members of the team are Luis Chalhoub, who has expertise in M&A, consumer protection and competition matters, Gabriel González-Ruiz and Álvaro Alemán. At associate level, Adolfo González-Ruiz and Ana Silvia Velásquez (who joined from Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee in September 2023) are among the names to note. The firm also has a robust commitment to providing pro bono services through its foundation, Fundación IGRA.