Noted for its 'excellent client service, specialised knowledge, local experience, and practical and accurate advice', Icaza, González-Ruiz & Alemán is a popular choice among domestic and multinational companies entering the Panamanian market. The team assists in mergers, asset purchase agreements and share purchase agreements. The firm has also actively contributed to the development and amendment of legislation across Panama's legal framework, which is sought after in a range of multi-jurisdiction transactions. Head of the corporate law and mergers and acquisitions practice Alexis Herrera Jr specialises in M&A and corporate services, having advised on public bidding and financing processes, as well as M&A transactions involving energy, infrastructure and trading. Mariano Oteiza Díaz is a key contact.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Excellent client service, specialised knowledge, local experience, practical and accurate advice.'
- ‘Alexis Herrera Jr. is an excellent professional who handles corporate, labour, and commercial matters with great skill. He handles complex issues with pragmatism and effective communication.'
Key clients
- Dollarcity
- Pan-American Life Insurance Group
Work highlights
Providing legal advice to Dollarama on the acquisition of a 10% equity interest in Latin American value retailer Dollarcity.
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Practice head
Alexis Herrera Jr