Recognized in LACCA APPROVED 2026
We are proud to share that our partners, Diego de la Guardia (Litigation), Roberto De Araujo López (Corporate/M&A), and Beatriz Cabal (Corporate/M&A), have been included in LACCA Approved 2026, a guide that recognizes the most outstanding lawyers in Latin America, voted on by leading corporate counsel in the region. This result confirms the market’s confidence […]
Galindo, Arias & Lopez was part of the legal team that advised Heineken N.V. in the acquisition of FIFCO in Central America
Galindo, Arias & Lopez was part of the legal team that advised Heineken N.V. on the acquisition of FIFCO in Central America. Galindo, Arias & López advised Heineken N.V. on one of the most significant transactions in the beverage sector in Central America: the acquisition of the beverage, food, and retail portfolio of Florida Ice […]
Galindo, Arias & López ranked Band 1 in Chambers High Net Worth 2025
We are proud to announce that Galindo, Arias & López has once again been ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, achieving a top-tier Band 1 ranking in recognition of our private wealth practice. The guide highlights the team’s “combination of strengths: efficiency, quality of work and excellent client relations,” underscoring our commitment to […]
Galindo, Arias & López recognized in the Lexology Index Central America 2025
Galindo, Arias & López (GALA) is pleased to announce that several of its partners have been named in the 2025 edition of the Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal), highlighting their professional excellence across key areas of Panamanian law. The Lexology Index identifies leading legal practitioners worldwide based on in-depth research and feedback from clients […]
We advised Petroautos, S.A., authorized distributor of Hyundai in Panama, on the sale of 100% of its shares to SOJITZ CORPORATION
The Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Tax teams of Galindo, Arias & López advised PETROAUTOS, S.A., authorized distributor of Hyundai in Panama, on the sale of 100% of its shares to SOJITZ CORPORATION, a Japanese conglomerate with global operations across multiple sectors. This transaction represents a significant step in the consolidation of SOJITZ CORPORATION’s presence […]
Galindo, Arias & López wins “Deal of the Year – M&A, Consumer Goods” at the IFLR Americas Awards 2025
We are excited to announce that Galindo, Arias & López has been recognized with the Deal of the Year – M&A, Consumer Goods award at the IFLR Americas Awards 2025, for its role in Grupo Calleja’s majority acquisition of Almacenes Éxito. This transaction, valued at approximately USD $550 million, involved the acquisition of 86.84% of […]