Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee‘s projects and energy team is a formidable force in the Panamanian market. It provides clients with full-service support on projects, drawing on the firm’s wider cross-practice expertise to advise on regulatory matters, contract structuring, and land disputes, among other areas. The team stands out for its strong litigation practice, having successfully represented clients in high-value disputes related to major infrastructure projects, and negotiation expertise. Alejandro Ferrer, a prominent figure in energy dispute resolution, co-heads the team with Jaime Castillo, a key contact for project development in the telecoms and electricity sectors. Raul Borrel is another leading practitioner in project development on the team, specialising in energy and natural resources.
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- Alcogal's practice is distinguished by its comprehensive approach, high technical level, and the multidisciplinary experience of its team. What truly makes it unique is the combination of in-depth knowledge of the Panamanian legal environment with a strategic, business-oriented vision focused on the electricity sector. This allows them to offer practical, efficient, and timely solutions aligned with business objectives and the challenges that arise. The Alcogal team is characterized by its ability to anticipate risks, its rapid response, and its commitment to excellence. Each member brings a solid academic background and international experience, resulting in sophisticated advice on complex matters. Furthermore, the team works in a highly coordinated manner, guaranteeing consistency and quality at all levels of service. Crucially, their constant availability, professionalism, and character are also key. Compared to other firms, Alcogal is very favorably positioned thanks to its client-centric approach, flexibility, and adaptability. Not only does it meet the standards of international firms, but in many cases it surpasses them thanks to its close relationships, personalized attention, and deep local and international knowledge. Regarding billing, it promotes transparent and flexible schemes tailored to the client's needs. Alcogal conveys the image of a modern and competitive firm that not only follows best practices in the market, but actively contributes to defining them.
- Alejandro Ferrer has top-level capabilities, especially in strategy and protecting you from people who could affect your reputation.
- Perhaps the most important thing about Alcogal is the people, due to their ability, competence, and above all, their integrity, which is non-negotiable and difficult to find in other firms at this level. They must cherish and preserve this for future generations.
Key clients
- Grupo Agropecuaria
- Ideal Panamá, S.A.
- Panama Canal Railway Company
- Suez International S.A.S.
- Petróleos Delta, S.A.
- Hidroecológia del Teribe, S.A.
- AES Panamá / Gas Natural Atlántico, S.R.L. (Grupo AES)
- Elektra Noreste
- Celsia Centroamérica
- AES Colon Holding
Work highlights
Advised Grupo Agropecuaria on the development of more than 400 hectares in Eastern Panama City, including the major mixed-use and residential projects Urbanización Botánika and Urbanización Urbanika, valued at USD 600 million.
Advised Ideal Panamá, S.A. (CARSO Group) in complex litigation and regulatory matters related to the Bajo de Mina (115 MW) and Baitún (85.9 MW) hydroelectric plants.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Alejandro Ferrer; Jaime Castillo
Other key lawyers
Raúl Borrel