Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Panama
Band 1
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+507 269 2620About
Provided by Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Our dispute resolution practice is best known for handling our clients’ most important, complex and novel disputes. Alcogal’s team of seasoned trial lawyers and arbitration specialists advise clients on matters of administrative proceedings before public agencies, Supreme Court litigation, civil and business litigation, appellate litigation, antitrust, banking and financial services litigation, international arbitration, labor and immigration disputes, mediation, telecommunications litigation, among others.
Chambers Review
Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee presents an extensive track record in high-profile cases in Panama. The team is often seen representing clients in all areas of litigation, encompassing administrative, civil and commercial claims, as well as labour law and international arbitration proceedings. The department boasts significant expertise advising clients on disputes relating to concession contracts, insurance policies and a range of regulatory matters, in addition to contentious insolvency issues. The firm's client portfolio features an array of major companies hailing from the TMT, banking and construction industries.
Work Highlights
- Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee represented Ideal Panamá in a claim brought against it that challenged the concession rights it acquired for hydroelectric development in Río Chiriquí Viejo. The matter is valued at more than USD900 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Alemán, Cordero, Galingo & Lee always go along the transparent and correct path. They are a very knowledgeable, warm and understanding firm, which makes you feel at home and safe."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee is an excellent team which delivers work on time and with high standards. It is one of the best firms in Panama."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galingo & Lee always go along the transparent and correct path. They are a very knowledgeable, warm and understanding firm, which makes you feel at home and safe."
"Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee is an excellent team which delivers work on time and with high standards. It is one of the best firms in Panama."
Notable Practitioners
Seasoned practitioner Jorge Federico Lee boasts a longstanding presence representing local and international clients in labour litigation proceedings. He is also well versed in local and international arbitration cases, including acting as an arbitrator.
"Jorge Federico Lee is an admired reference in dispute resolution."
Active partner Eduardo Gómez comes highly commended by the Panamanian market. Clients highlight his expertise in contentious matters related to the banking industry.
"Eduardo Gómez has lots of knowledge of judicial processes in Panama. He also responds quickly to our queries."
Jaime Castillo continues to receive praise for his activity in the dispute resolution arena in Panama, including breach of contracts and damages claims as well as arbitration proceedings.
"Jaime Castillo is an excellent professional. He has proven ability in dispute resolution, as well as a great track record and experience in the area."
Ranked Lawyers at
Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Panama
Members
Provided by Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Alejandro Ferrer
Head of Department
Ana Gabriela Santiago
Anel Roach
Arcelio Vega
Jesibel Morales
Leopoldo Padilla
Lorenzo Marquínez
Patricia Cordero
Sophia Lee
Clients
Provided by Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Banco General
Banistmo
Citibank
Copa Airlines
Grupo Lakas
Grupo Unidos por el Canal S.A. (GUPC)
Multibank
Industries
Provided by Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee
Aviation
Banking
Energy and natural resources
Infrastructure