Shipping
Global Guide 2024 : Panama
Band 1
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ARIFA is one of the leading maritime law firms in Panama, regularly assisting ship owners, ship operators, banks and port operators around the world. Regarded for decades as the premier firm for ship financing in Panama, our expertise extends not only to the financing of vessels, but also platforms registered in Panama.
ARIFA also acts as registered agent in Panama for hundreds of vessels registered under the Panamanian flag. Through its own network of offices in London, Hong Kong and Panama, and a highly specialized staff and automated systems, the firm facilitates the registration and mortgaging of vessels for clients around the world.
ARIFA has an important maritime litigation practice. Maritime claims and disputes in local and international admiralty courts are handled by an interdisciplinary group of expert lawyers from our shipping and litigation practice areas.
Throughout the years, the firm has been actively involved in ongoing projects to modernize maritime laws. Partners of the firm have been instrumental in the drafting of major pieces of legislation on ship registration and maritime court procedures.
Chambers Review
Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega houses a stellar team with a highly acclaimed shipping practice, covering regulatory, transactional and contentious matters. Its deep bench of noted practitioners routinely assists clients with vessel registration, mortgages and financing. The department offers exceptional experience handling cross-border transactions, with particular expertise acting as lender's counsel on credit facilities. The team is also known to represent clients in cases before the Panama Maritime Authority and Maritime Courts. The Panama City-based firm continues to be a top choice for leading international counsel acting in Panama.
Strengths
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"Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega makes complex processes seamless. They are efficient, and from a practical and commercial perspective, they are excellent."
"Every partner and associate I have dealt with from Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega's team is very knowledgeable in maritime matters and understands the business of shipping."
"Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega makes complex processes seamless. They are efficient, and from a practical and commercial perspective, they are excellent."
"Every partner and associate I have dealt with from Arias, Fábrega & Fábrega's team is very knowledgeable in maritime matters and understands the business of shipping."
Notable Practitioners
Front-running practitioner Jorge Loaiza continues to garner extensive praise from interviewees for his longstanding presence in the Panamanian shipping arena. He stands out in the market for his experience and expertise in both contentious and non-contentious shipping matters.
"I have worked with Jorge Loaiza for many years and he still stands out at the top of the Panamanian Bar. He is very responsible and reliable."
"Jorge Loaiza is a pleasant person to deal with. He's highly professional, skilful and client-oriented."
Dynamic partner Pilar Castillo plays a key role in the shipping department and is respected by interviewees for her expertise in shipping registration and financing in Panama.
"Pilar Castillo is able to explain the various aspects of Panamanian maritime law and procedures, which can be very challenging when it comes to ship and mortgage registration."
Noted partner Roy Durling remains a significant player in Panama's shipping arena. He regularly assists clients with vessel registrations, while also providing extensive expertise acting as lender's counsel on cross-border credit facilities.
"Roy Durling is an amazing lawyer and when he participates in shipping transactions he is excellent. His approach to deals is great."
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Clients
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Allseas
Carnival Cruise Lines
Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas
DvB Bank AG
D’Amico
Grupo Mexico
Grupo R
Heerema
ID Shipping AS
Lauritzen
Monjasa
Nordea Bank
Norden A/S
SapuraKenkana
Schahin Engenharia S.A.
Scorpion Offshore Ltd.
Seadrill Limited
Seajacks UK Limited
Touax