M&A · Due Diligence · Panama

Panama M&A Lawyers —
Mergers, Acquisitions
and Due Diligence

Expert M&A legal counsel in Panama. Due diligence, share purchase agreements, corporate restructuring and regulatory approvals for complex transactions.

Why Góndola & Góndola
  • Legal due diligence — corporate, tax, regulatory
  • Share and asset purchase agreements
  • Regulatory approvals and antitrust clearance
  • Corporate restructuring and spin-offs
  • Cross-border transaction support
  • English-language service for international deals
Our Expertise

Why Góndola & Góndola

Panama M&A transactions require specialized legal counsel that understands the intersection of corporate law, tax implications and regulatory approvals.

From initial due diligence through closing documentation and post-merger integration, we manage the legal components of your transaction with precision.

Ex-DGI Official

Deep insight into Panama's tax authority processes.

Cornell University MPA

Master in Public Administration — law, economics and policy.

Direct partner access

You always deal directly with the attorney handling your case.

Panama Bar No. 17,005

Licensed attorney in the Republic of Panama.

DD
Due Diligence
SPA
Share Purchase
REG
Regulatory
360°
Deal Support

"An M&A transaction is only as strong as its legal due diligence. We find the issues before they become problems — and structure solutions before closing."

— Lic. José Manuel Góndola Escudero · Idoneidad No. 17,005
Services

What we provide.

Legal Due Diligence

Corporate, tax, regulatory and litigation due diligence. Comprehensive risk report.

Share Purchase Agreement

Drafting and negotiation of SPA with representations, warranties and conditions.

Asset Purchase

Asset purchase structuring with specific regulatory and tax considerations.

Regulatory Approvals

ACODECO antitrust clearance, SBP approval for financial sector transactions and sector-specific filings.

Corporate Restructuring

Post-merger integration, entity simplification and corporate restructuring.

Cross-Border Transactions

Multi-jurisdiction deal support with Panama as holding or operating entity.

Process

How we work.

01

Deal Assessment

Initial review of transaction structure, price and key legal issues.

02

Due Diligence

Comprehensive legal review of target with risk assessment and findings report.

03

Negotiation Support

SPA drafting, negotiation and closing conditions management.

04

Closing and Integration

Closing documentation, regulatory filings and post-merger corporate steps.

Cases

Matters we handle.

Acquisition of Panama company

Legal due diligence and SPA for acquisition of Panama SA with regulatory approvals.

Acquisition

Cross-border holding restructuring

Legal restructuring of multinational group's Panama holding layer.

Restructuring

Financial sector M&A

Acquisition of licensed financial entity requiring SBP approval and fit-and-proper process.

Financial M&A
FAQ

Questions answered.

What does legal due diligence cover?

Corporate existence, good standing, contracts, litigation, regulatory compliance, tax position, IP, real estate and labor matters.

How long does due diligence take?

Typically 2–4 weeks depending on target complexity and document availability.

Is ACODECO approval required?

ACODECO review is required for transactions exceeding defined thresholds. We assess whether your transaction triggers the requirement.

What are common deal issues found in Panama DD?

Undisclosed contingent liabilities, transfer pricing exposure, unpaid government charges, regulatory non-compliance and defective corporate records.

Can you represent both buyer and seller?

No. We represent one party per transaction to avoid conflicts.

Get in Touch

Consult your
Panama transaction.

Confidential consultation. We assess your deal and identify key legal considerations.

Office

Torre Banesco, P19 · Panamá