Morgan & Morgan remains at the forefront of Panamanian real estate practice, advising a range of largely domestic clients on property transactions and related proceedings. The firm is highly regarded for its financial acumen, advising clients on the negotiation of purchase agreements and the structuring and negotiation of legal documentation for high-value housing developments. Head of team Francisco Arias is experienced across commercial and residential property transactions. Arias provides ongoing legal advice to Green Tower Properties on the ownership and operation of a large office tower in the country’s capital. He is closely assisted by Miguel Arias M..
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- This firm is a pioneer in the field of real estate investment companies in Panama, possessing the experience and expertise to provide expert advice. The assigned professionals are highly knowledgeable and technically skilled, and always very collaborative.
Key clients
- Grupo Roble
- Grupo VerdeAzul
- Grupo Provivienda
- CM Realty
- Hacienda Santa Monica
- Green Tower Properties
- Grupo OTI
- Insignia Financial Advisors
- Desarrollo Inmobiliario del Este (Business Park)
- Desarrollo Turístico Buenaventura
- Villa Marina Holding
- Empresas Vicsons
Work highlights
Advised Brightstar Management Corp. and Banistmo, S.A. on structuring a US$100 million public bond program registered with Panama’s Superintendency of Capital Markets and listed on Latinex.
Advised Ithaca Capital Investments I, S.A. on three strategic transactions totalling over US$190 million, including early bond redemption; a US$65 million refinancing with Caja de Ahorros, the acquisition of additional property in P.H. The Ocean Club; and a US$100 million revolving bond programme.
Ongoing legal counsel to Green Tower Properties on the ownership and operation of MMG Tower, a LEED® Gold-certified landmark in Costa del Este, Panama City.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Francisco Arias
Other key lawyers
Miguel Arias M.