Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Panama
Band 1
Chambers Review
Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee is a powerhouse firm with a highly reputed banking and finance practice. The team boasts significant expertise advising Panamanian and multinational lenders on acquisition, trade and project finance, frequently assisting with syndicated loans. The department routinely acts as counsel to prestigious domestic and international corporate borrowers on sophisticated credit agreements, including bridge loans and the refinancing of existing debt. The firm's expertise extends to the representation of clients before the financial regulator.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee has a very thorough team who always devote their time to us and provide fast responses. They have experts in various arenas and therefore always solve any concerns we have."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee has a team of lawyers who have experience in advising accurately and avoiding risks for the company. Their service is personalised and their responses are immediate."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee has a very thorough team who always devote their time to us and provide fast responses. They have experts in various arenas and therefore always solve any concerns we have."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee has a team of lawyers who have experience in advising accurately and avoiding risks for the company. Their service is personalised and their responses are immediate."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Carlos Cordero continues to be held in high regard by interviewees for his longstanding presence in Panama's banking and finance arena.
"Carlos Cordero is a senior partner at Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee. I know him very well and he is very active in the banking and finance field."
Stellar partner Arturo Gerbaud de la Guardia complements his market-leading banking and finance practice in Panama with leading capabilities in the capital markets sphere.
"Arturo Gerbaud de la Guardia is one of the most experienced lawyers in the banking market. He stands out for providing his service at any time his client needs it."
"Arturo feels like in-house counsel to us. He is able to warn us of any situation that may have consequences for our organisation."
Up-and-coming partner Rita de la Guardia gets praise from observers for her banking expertise in Panama, which is complemented by her experience in capital markets.
"Rita de la Guardia is an excellent professional who is agile and approachable."
Ranked Lawyers at
Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Panama
Members
Provided by Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Anibal Galindo
Carlos Cordero
Eduardo Gómez
Karla Rivera
Lilah Levin
Mario Vlieg
Patricia cordero
Rafael Amar
Rafael Marquinez