Irving Saladino Jumped 8.34 Meters today to win Panama’s First Olympic Gold medal in the Men’s long jump in Beijing.
Panama is celebrating its first Gold Medal and everyone is ecstatic after seeing Irving win Panama its first gold medal and hugging Roberto Duran at the Bejing 2008 Games Today!
A Long Jump for Saladino a Giant Leap for Panama!
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Hard Rock Hotel Panama Obtiene Aprobación para Iniciar Ventas
El Hard Rock Hotel Panama es uno de los primeros proyectos en la Costa Pacífica de Panamá de Marca Internacional
Panamá Ciudad, Panamá – Lunes 23 de Junio 2008 – El H
ard Rock Hotel Panama – un desarrollo condo hotel de 499 habitaciones, en la costa Pacífica de Panamá cuenta con la aprobación para iniciar las ventas por parte del Gobierno Panameño y el Ministerio de Vivienda. El resort integrará arquitectura contemporánea y amenidades de niveles vanguardistas inclusive cuartos accesibles por piscina, un Rock Spa® y una gama de otras innovaciones diseñadas para crear un nuevo estándar, no sólo para Panamá, pero para la región Caribe/América Central entera y el resto del mundo.
Con las escaseces extremas en alojamientos de hoteles en Panamá, el tiempo no podría ser mejor para la aprobación del gobierno para el proyecto, que traerá la inversión y empleos significativos al área de las playas en la costa Pacífica.
“Estoy muy contento con Panama y su gente, y orgulloso de estar involucrado con desarollar el Hard Rock Hotel en las playas de Panama,” dice el promotor Bryan, ” sé que esto será el lugar perfecto para este proyecto maravilloso, y un gran recurso para las personas que viven en esta área”.
Cuándo esté completado en 2010, el hotel será uno de nueve Hard Rock Hotels operando mundialmente y formará parte de otros planeados por abrir aproximadamente al mismo tiempo. Los hoteles traducen los elementos idealistas de su marca y muchos más informales Hard Rock Café (“Adora Todo, Sirve Todo”) en una experiencia de cuatro estrellas. Los Hard Rock Hoteles estan situados (ranquiados) coherentemente a la cabezera de los mercados a cuales ellos sirven en términos de ocupación y promedio diario. (La reputación de la compañía y el desempeño fueron una razón clave por la cual se vendieran sus unidades en cuestión de horas en uno de sus condo-hotels en San Diego).
El diseño eco-sensible del hotel integrará la cultura panameña y colonial con motivos de Kuna dentro de un contexto muy moderno y expansivo. La mayor parte de las unidades dentro del proyecto tendrán vistas al océano, con excepción de una pequeña sección exclusiva “state of the art” Rock Spa®. Las atracciones planeadas incluyen una piscina de 200.000 pies cuadrados (18,850 mt2), dos restaurantes de firma, una serie expansiva de Rock Star Suites, un Sky Bar y un servicio de fama mundial.
Acerca de Lagomar Resorts S.A,
De las selvas tropicales de Costa Rica al oasis del desierto de Las Vegas, el equipo de Lagomar trae una abundancia de experiencia e imaginación única construyendo destinos de talla mundial de estilo de vida. El diseño de los desarrollos de Lagomar son de primera clase. La construcción es ambientalmente-amistosa y el financiamiento innovador en un esfuerzo por crear una experiencia remuneradora para todos los huéspedes e inversionistas. Durante los ultimos dos años el equipo se ha estado enfocando exclusivamente en el proyecto de Panamá, cubriendo miles de millas de litoral para encontrar el lugar ideal para un desarrollo de lujo como éste. Junto con el Hard Rock Hotel, los promotores de Lagomar están comprometidos a brindar unas vacaciones ecológicamente conscientes inigualables y esperan atraer a visitantes de alrededor del mundo.
Para mayor información de ventas o corredores visitar la pagina web: http://www.lagomarpanama.com o contactarnos al tel. 804-726-6500 o correo electrónico: info@lagomarpanama.com
Sobre Hard Rock Internacional
Con 9 hoteles/casinos de lujo y 121 Hard Rock Cafés de alta energía en 47 países, Hard Rock Internacional es una de de las marcas más reconocidas mundialmente. Desde sus principios con una guitarra de Eric Clapton, Hard Rock posee la colección más grande del mundo de recuerdos diversos de música, que es demostrado en sus ubicaciones alrededor del globo. Hard Rock también es conocido por sus colecciones de mercancías y moda relacionada a la música, los Hard Rock Live – lugares de actuaciónes en vivo y por el desempeño y un sitio web premiado. Además de los dos Seminole Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos en Tampa y Hollywood, Fla., Hoteles/Casinos Hard Rock se encuentran operando en Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Pattaya y Bali. Otros proyectos adicionales del Hard Rock Hotel & Casino han sido anunciados en Macao y Penang, ambos programados para abrir en 2009; Palm Springs y Atlanta, ambos programados para ser inagurados en 2010; y Dubai, planificado para abrir en 2011. El Hard Rock Internacional, S.A. es parte de Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc. Para más información sobre Hard Rock, visite http://www.hardrock.com
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For Immediate Release
HARD ROCK HOTEL PANAMA RECEIVES PANAMA APPROVAL TO BEGIN SALES
Project is the first major international brand to locate on the Pacific Ocean
Panama City, Panama Monday, June 19, 2008 – The Hard Rock Hotel Panama, a 499-room luxury condo hotel resort development on the Pacific Ocean has won approval to start condo sales from the Panama Government and Housing Authority. The destination resort will incorporate iconic contemporary architecture, cutting edge amenities including swim-up rooms, a Rock Spa, and a range of other innovations designed to create a new standard, not only for Panama but for the entire Caribbean/Central American region and the rest of the world.
With the extreme shortages in hotel accommodations in Panama, timing could not be better for the government approval for the project, which will bring significant investment and employment to the Pacific beach area.
“I am very fond of Panama and its people, and proud to be involved in bringing the Hard Rock Hotel Resort to the beach in Panama,” says developer Bryan, “I know that this will be both a perfect place for this wonderful resort, and a great resource for the people who live in this area.”
When completed in 2010, the hotel will be join nine Hard Rock Hotels currently operating worldwide and a number of others planned to open at roughly the same time. The hotels translate the idealistic brand elements of the much more informal Hard Rock Café’s (“Love All, Serve All”) into a four-star travel experience. Hard Rock Hotels are consistently ranked at the top of the markets they serve in occupancy and average daily rate. (The company’s reputation and performance was a key reason a previous condo hotel offering in San Diego sold out its available units within hours.)
The eco-sensitive design of the hotel will incorporate Panamanian culture from Spanish colonial to Kuna motifs within a very up to date, expansive context. Most of the units within the project will have ocean views, the exception being a small, exclusive section centered on the state-or-the-art Rock Spa ®. Planned attractions include a 200,000 square foot pool, 2 signature restaurants, expansive Rock Star suites, a sky bar, and the Hard Rock’s world famous service.
About Lagomar Resorts, S.A.
From the rain forests of Costa Rica to the desert oasis of Las Vegas, the Lagomar team brings a wealth of experience in envisioning and building world-class lifestyle destinations. Lagomar resorts boast everything from trend-setting design and environmentally-friendly construction to innovative financing in an effort to create a rewarding experience for everyone from guests to investors. For the past two years the team has been focused exclusively on the Panama project, covering thousands of miles of coastline to find the ideal place for a luxury resort destination. Together with the Hard Rock Hotel, Lagomar Resorts are committed to bringing an unequalled, ecologically conscious vacation experience to visitors from around the world. For sales or broker information go to www.lagomarpanama.com or email info@lagomarpanama.com 804-726-6500.
About Hard Rock International
With 9 luxury hotels/casinos and 121 high-energy Hard Rock Cafes in 47 countries, Hard Rock International is one of the world’s most globally recognized brands. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. In addition to the two flagship Seminole Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos in Tampa and Hollywood, Fla., Hard Rock Hotels/Casinos are located in Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Pattaya and Bali. Additional hotel and casino projects have been announced in Macau and Penang, both scheduled to open in 2009; Palm Springs and Atlanta, both scheduled to open in 2010; and Dubai, scheduled to open in 2011. Hard Rock International, Inc. is owned by Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc. For more information on Hard Rock, visit www.hardrock.com.
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Panama’s Law #58 gives great incentives for those wishing to develop some type of toursist related business. For a copy of the law in spanish as published by the Gaceta Oficial visit: http://www.selectpanamarealestate.com/tourism_law_58_Panama.pdf
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It seems like there is no slowing down Panama’s Real Estate market boom, flights continue to be full, hotel rooms are fully booked and there are buyers everywhere. Since the US market slowdown demand for Panama Real Estate continues to grow and it hasn’t slowed down, more americans are seeking a place to park their investments and it seems like everyone wants to get away from the ever so astronomical US taxes.
Europeans continue to come down to Panama and now more so that the euro continues to grow, they are not only investing but are coming to Panama to set up businesses and calling Panama their home. With the popularity of Latin America many businessmen are considering making Panama their main hub, due to its strategic geographical location to the rest of Latin America. We have seen europeans set up boutique hotels, mortgage companies, and just plainly capitalizing on Panama’s many incentives and growing tourism.
Proyects continue to flourish in Panama along with the Panama Canal expansion, the Balboa Avenue Cinta Costera, London & Regionals multi media complex in Howard Airforce Base, there are plans to construct an Oil Refinery in the Puerto Armuelles area that will employ over 10,000 people, among many other proyects.
Yes Panama City’s skyline is a reminder of Miami but considering that in panama many buildings feature 1 or 2 apartments per floor (a luxury in the US Market) there are many apartments being built but quite a healthy demand for them. With so many foreigners wanting to move to Panama and set up shop demand for Panama Real Estate is quite good.
For those who have invested in Panama already the outlook looks good and for those who are considering visiting or investing in Panama now is the time. For Panama Real Estate visit http://selectpanamarealestate.com and for Panama Land for Sale visit http://panama-experts.com both very good sources for property in Panama.
Below is a list the US Embassy in Panama put together of attorneys in Panama which we find very helpful when searching for a qualified attorney in Panama:
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UNITED STATES EMBASSY PANAMA
CONSULAR SECTION
CONSULAR INFORMATION SHEETS
E-Mail: Panama-ACS@state.gov
LIST OF ATTORNEYS IN THE PANAMA CONSULAR DISTRICT
(Revised June 2007)
The Panama Consular District includes the entire Republic of Panama.
The United States Embassy at Panama assumes no responsibility for the professional ability or integrity of the persons or firms whose names appear on this list. They are, however, selected with care and persons or firms about whom justified complaints are received are removed.
The use of air mail postage for all correspondence is recommended. The rate for letters from the United States to Panama is 80 cents per 1/2 ounce. Registry and return receipt services are available.
The local Bar Association is the Colegio Nacional de Abogados, Apartado 8432, Panama 5, Panama, Tel. No. (507) 225-6371, 225-7466, Fax No. (507) 225-0189.
E-Mail address: info@cnapanama.com and cnapma@cwpanama.net
You can also access the Attorney’s list of the American Chamber of Commerce in Panama at www.panamcham.com
The names in this list are arranged in alphabetical order by last name.
ABOOD ALFARO, Alejandro A.: Born November 21, 1974 in Panama. Graduate of University of South Florida, University of Santa Maria, La Antigua and ULACIT. General practice: corporate, mergers & acquisitions, commercial transactions, contracts. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: aabood@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
AMAT, Octavio: Born September 28, 1947 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: litigation, antitrust & competition, government permits, administrative. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: adeyearwood@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ANGUIZOLA HERRERA, Rogelio E., Born October 9, 1928 at Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of University of Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1963. General practice: corporation, migration and administrative laws. Does not accept narcotic cases. Law Firm: Rogelio E. Anguizola, Abogados – Attorneys at Law. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0831-00399, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: English, Spanish. Telephone No.: 264-3794. Fax No. 269-6781. Cell Phone No.: 6672-2869. E-mail: reanguizola@cwpanama.net.
ANGULO ARAUZ, Rodolfo: Born July 9, 1949 in David City, Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama and Tulane University in Louisiana, USA. General practice: civil, real estate, torts, commercial, corporate, labor, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Sanjur & Angulo. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0426-00555, David, Chiriqui, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 775-4366/4073. Fax No.: 774-4072. Email: saanglaw@cwpanama.net.
APARICIO, Estif: Born September 10, 1970 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama and the University of Houston. General practice: securities regulations, banking/finance, mergers & acquisitions, media, communications, antitrust & competition. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: eaparicio@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ARANGO, Ricardo M.: Born November 11, 1960 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama, Yale Law School and Harvard Law School. General practice: securities regulations, banking/finance, mergers & acquisitions, media, communications. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: rarango@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ARAUZ RAMOS, Juan C.: Born June 23, 1978. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: penal, civil, immigration, real estate, maritime. Accepts narcotics cases. Law firm: Estudio Juridico Arauz. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 263-8579. Email: juankarlos_a@cableonda.net. Website: www.estudioarauz.com.
ARIAS BERNAL, Tomas E.: Born December 29, 1974 in Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua. General practice: commercial, civil, administrative and family law. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Marré, Bernal & Associates. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0823-04440 Panama. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 263-7032. Fax No.: 223-8500. Cell Phone No.: 6672-4805. Skype ID: tomas.arias.bernal. Email: tarias@maberlaw.com.
ARIAS, Fernando: Born January 31, 1957 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: corporate, offshore companies, trust & foundations. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: faa@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ARROYO, Maria C.: Born January 7, 1958 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: real estate, property, commercial transactions, contracts, banking/finance. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mcarroyo@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ASVAT, Ebrahim: Born June 8, 1955 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of Harvard University School of Law and University of Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama. General practice: corporations, commercial, privatization, ship finance, taxation, and tourism. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Patton, Moreno & Asvat. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0819-05911, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish, Gujurati and English. Telephone No.: 264-8044. Fax No.: 263-7887. Email: easvat@pmalawyers.com. Website: www.pmalawyers.com.
BERMUDEZ, Arnobio: Born February 6, 1942 at Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. General practice: penal, civil, immigration, environmental. Accepts narcotics cases. Alternate Notary Public. Law firm: Bermúdez, Fong y Asociados. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-00137, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish. Telephone & Fax No. 302-2887. Cell Phone No.: 6692-9691. Email: bermudezybermudez@hotmail.com.
BERROCAL, Manuel Jose: Born February 27, 1961 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama, New York University School of Law. General practice: real estate, corporate, civil contracts, administrative, personal representation. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Bufete Berrocal, Attorneys at Law. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0823-01649, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 260-1097. Fax No.: 260-1098. Emails: berrocal@berrocal.com.pa. Website: www.berrocal.com.pa
BOYD GALINDO, Mario: Born January 8, 1953 at Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1977. General practice: corporate, real estate, intellectual property, insurance, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Boyd, Galindo and Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-02445, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 225-1748. Fax No.: 225-3049. Email: mabogal@ihpanama.com.
BROWN CROSSDALE, Carlos P.: Born December 24, 1959 in Colon, Repubic of Panama. Graduate of the University of Peace. General Practice: penal, labor, civil, administrative, maritime, mediation/arbitration. Accepts narcotics cases. Law firm: Carlos Peter Brown Attorneys at Law. Mailing Address: Calle 11 Ave Santa Isabel and Roosevelt. Building No. 9078, Office No. 1. P.O. Box 0301-03079 Colón, R.P. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 441-5310 or 441-1462. Cell Phone No.: 6635-4412. Email: cpeter1@latinmail.com.
CANDANEDO-NAVARRO, Rolando: Born October 16, 1946 at Panama R. P. Graduate of University of Chile. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1974. General practice: commercial, business, intellectual property, alternative dispute resolution, real estate, immigration. Handles collection cases. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Bufete Candanedo. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0834-01843, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 213-0033. Fax No.: 264-2498. E-Mail address: rcn@bufetecandanedo.net. Website: www.bufetecandanedo.com.
CARDOZE, Fernando: Born October 11, 1937 at Panama, R. P. Graduate of Harvard Law School and the University of Madrid. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1963. General practice: banking/finance, corporate, mergers & acquisitions, taxation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: fcardoze@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
CARDOZE, Rodrigo: Born January 4, 1978 in Panama. Graduate of Duke University and Washington University. General practice: securities regulations, banking/finance, mergers & acquisitions. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: rcardoze@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
CARRILLO BRUX, Maria J.: Born January 27, 1946 at Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1968. General practice: civil and commercial, administrative, penal, family, telecommunications law. Advises on Notary Services and Public Registry. Accepts narcotics cases. Law firm: Carrillo Brux y Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0833-0197, Plaza Panama, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 225-7070. Fax No.: 225-2268. Cell Phone No.: 6612-3406. Email: mcarrillo@carrillobrux.com. Web Site: www.carrillobrux.com
CARRIZO DIEZ, Jovana del Rosario: Born May 10, 1978 in Panama, R.P. General practice: corporate law, trademarks and inventions, international and national adoptions, immigrations, real estate. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Vieto Carrizo & Diez, Attorney’s at Law. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 00830-00309, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 301-0146/301-0147. Fax No.: 301-0149. Email: jcarrizo@carrizolaw.com. Website: www.carrizolaw.com.
CARRIZO, Julissa: Born January 25, 1972 at Panama, R. P. Graduate of Latina University. General practice: civil, judicial, corporation, trademarks, patents, immigration, mercantile, penal, estates, adoptions, traffic accidents. Law firm: Carrizo and Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 3929, Panama 7, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 263-2180. Cell Phone No.: 6613-2626. E-Mail address: julisa_c@hotmail.com or jrcarrizo@cwpanama.net.
CASTAÑON, Maria del Pilar.: Born April 4, 1965 in Basel, Switzerland. Graduate of Universitat de Barcelona and University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1991. General practice: immigration, corporations, real estate law, commercial. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Castañon and Associates. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0831-02058 Paitilla, R.P. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 213-3003 or 223-5644. Fax No.: 213-9728. Email: pilar@psi.net.pa.
CASTILLERO, Cecilio A.: Born January 6, 1938 in Herrera. Graduate of the University of Bourdeaux and the University of Madrid. General practice: litigation, commercial transactions, contracts, and corporate. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mdecenteno@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
CASTILLERO, Gian: Born October 18, 1969 in Panama. Graduate of University of Santa Maria, La Antigua and London University. General practice: offshore companies, corporate, shipping. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: gcastillero@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
CASTILLERO, María del Pilar: Born December 11, 1962 in Panama. Graduate of Puerto Rican University and Northwestern University. General practice: banking/finance, corporate law, government permits, administrative. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mpcastillero@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
COHEN, Sofía J.: Born October 2, 1961 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: litigation, commercial transactions, contracts, antitrust & competition. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: scohen@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
CORONELL MORAIS, Luis C.: Born June 11, 1958 in Colón, R.P. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1982. General practice: patent and trademarks, anti-counterfeiting, family law, general practice, real estate, free zone law. Handles collection cases. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Luque, Coronell y Lam. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0302-00030, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone/Fax No.: 441-6243. Email: lucorabogados@cwpanama.net. Website: www.luquecoronellylam.com.
CORRO, Juan F.: Born June 30, 1964 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: litigation, real estate, property, intellectual property, antitrust & competition. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: jfcorro@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
COSTARANGOS, Jorge: Born January 29, 1961 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua in Panama; Latin American University of Exterior Commerce in Panama; University of Santiago in Santiago,Chile; American University in Washington, D. C. General practice: corporate, maritime, labor, investments, real estate and immigration. Handles collection cases. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Costarangos and Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 832-01241, World Trade Center, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish, English, French and Greek. Telephone No.: 269-9754/269-9753. Fax No.: 269-9755. Email: law@costarangos.com, Web site: www.costarangos.com.
CRESPO de Arias, Irma: Born December 27, 1954 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama. General practice: confirmation law, trademarks and patents, immigration, international tax planning registration in Panamanian Flag. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Crespo Arias and Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0831-02410, Paitilla, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone/Fax No.: 270-0932. Email: crearpa@cwpanama.net.
DE ALBA, Cristina: Born September 21, 1977 in Panama. Graduate of Tulane University and Georgetown University. General practice: banking/finance, securities regulation, real estate & property. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English, French and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: cdealba@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
DE ALBA, Eduardo: Born January 19, 1950 in Panama. Graduate of Louisiana State University and Georgetown University. Genearl practice: mergers & acquisitions, commercial transactions, contracts, antitrust & competition, media/communications, corporate, taxation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English, French and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: edealba@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
DE ICAZA RUIZ, Carlos E.: Born July 15, 1970 in Panama, R.P. Graduate of the University of Panama. Admitted to the bar in Panama in 1995. General practice: Labor, civil, commercial law, administrative and immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Loaiza & de Icaza. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0819-01518, Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 279-0755. Fax No.: 279-0757. Email: lydilawyer@cwpanama.net.
DE LA FUENTE, Cristina: Born April 12, 1975 in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. Graduate of Tulane University, University of Amsterdam, University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: immigration, real estate, commercial, wills, business licenses, and trademarks. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Cristina de la Fuente Ozores, Attorneys at Law. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0816-02049, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 399-8383. Fax No.: 215-3062. Cell Phone No.: 6613-7414. Email: xtif@pa.inter.net or xtif@sinfo.net.
DE LA GUARDIA, Rogelio: Born January 26, 1957 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama and New York University. General practice: offshore companies, trust & foundations, corporate law. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: rdlguardia@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
DEL BUSTO, Luzmila: Born August 10, 1960 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: intellectual property and litigation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: luzmiladb@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
DE WEVER, Lorena E.: Born February 15, 1978 in Colon, Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General Practice: human rights, administrative, civil, family, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Independent. Mailing address: 826 South, Apt. B, Chicago, Illinois 60612. Languages: Spanish, some English. Telephone No.: 312-625-5677. Email: lorenaedmondson@yahoo.com.
DOMINQUEZ, Lisa I.: Born March 12, 1967 in Panama. Graduate of the University Panama and the University of Notre Dame. General practice: mergers & acquisitions, securities regulation, litigation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Website: www.arifa.com.
DURLING T., Carol: Born March 8, 1972 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua, Salamanca University and the Universidad Pontifica Comillas de Madrid. General practice: intellectual property. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: cdurling@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
DURLING T., Roy C.: Born January 23, 1961 in Panama. Graduate of Georgetown University and Cornell University. General practice: shipping, commercial transactions, contracts, banking/finance. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: rdurling@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ESQUIVEL, Edis: Born October 13, 1955 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. General practice: corporate, commercial, immigration, real estate, administrative, litigation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Esquivel and Associates. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0832-0960, World Trade Center, Panama, R. P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 269-7258. Fax No.: 269-7259. Email: esquiyas@pa.inter.net. Website: www.esquiyas.com.
FÁBREGA III, Julio J.: Born December 13, 1944 in Panama. Graduate of University of Panama. General practice: commercial transactions, contracts, taxation, government permits, administrative. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: jjfabrega@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
FÁBREGA L., Mario: Born April 22, 1965 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Houston and Universidad Javeriana. General practice: litigation and labor/employment. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mariolf@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
FRAGUELA RUIZ, Elizabeth: Born July 3, 1954 at Panama, R.P. Graduate of the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain and University of Panama. General practice: family. Does not accept narcotics cases or criminal cases. Law firm: Fraguela-Ruíz, Hoquee & Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0831-02467, Paitilla, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish, some English. Telephone No.: 223-9126/223-5484. Fax No.: 223-5170. Email: info@frhlaw.com. Website: www.frhlaw.com.
GALINDO, Gabriel A.: Born September 6, 1941 in Panama. Graduate of Cambridge University. General practice: offshore companies, corporate, trust & foundation, banking/finance. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: ggalindo@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
GARCIA VAZQUEZ, Antonio: Born November 25, 1969 in Panama. Graduate of University of Santa Maria, La Antigua and University Latina. General practice: civil processes, commerce, governmental, immigration, title processes, reforestation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law Firm: Garcia Campos and Associates. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 00710-0038. Calle Amado de Jesús Barrios, Las Tablas, Los Santos, Panama. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 994-0504. Cell Phone No.: 6616-0026. Email: garciasierra@cwpanama.net.
GUERRA CABRERA, Nixia J.: Born September 30, 1978 in David, Panama. Graduate of Universidad Autónoma de Chiriquí. General practice: immigration, commercial, labor, administrative, civil contracts. Register public process. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Nixia Guerra, Attorney at Law. Mailing address: Entrega General, Boquete, Chiriquí, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 6667-7197. Email: nixiaguerra30@hotmail.com or nixiaguerra30@yahoo.es.
HOLNESS, Vivian: Born July 26, 1979 in Panama. Graduate of University of Panama. General practice: labor & employment, litigation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: vholness@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
LEMACKS ARROCHA, Ronnie: Born May 7, 1974 in Panama, R.P. Graduate of Universidad Latina. General practice: aviation law, commercial law, civil process, real estate, corporation. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Romack Services S.A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0832-0841 WTC, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone/Fax No. 238-3685. Cell Phone No.: 6674-6932. Email: rlemacks@cwpanama.net or rmk_services@cwpanama.net.
LOAIZA, Jorge: Born August 19, 1966 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: shipping, corporate, offshore companies. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: jloaiza@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
LOO RIOS, Evans Alberto: Born November 27, 1944, in Panama. University of Panama, UNIEDPA, Instituto Didactico de Derecho, Mexico. General practice: commercial litigation, corporate, real estate. Law Firm: Loo, Zavala & Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01811, Republic of Panama. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 264-2791. Fax No.: 264-2779. Email: oficinalegal@pa.inter.net or evansloo@cantv.net. Web Site: www.evansloo.20fr.com.
MARTINELLI, Ileana del C.: Born March 7, 1959 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: intellectual property and litigation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: ileanam@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
MATA, Lourdes Pitti de: Born October 9, 1954 in Chiriqui, Republic of Panama. Graduate of University of Panama and Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain. General practice: immigration, maritime litigation, ship registration, commercial, and corporation. Translates legal documents. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Mata & Pitti. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0823-01310, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 264-5931/5570. Fax No.: 264-6127. Email: fmata@matapitti.com or lourdes@matapitti.com. Website: www.matapitti.com.
MAUAD OREJ, Jose: Born March 12, 1933 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of Columbia Law School, N.Y and University of Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1963. General practice: trade/business, corporate, international trade, regulatory matters, banking/insurance, immigration, labor, commercial. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Mauad & Mauad. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0823-05791, Panama 7, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 269-3555. Fax No.: 263-8804/264-5741. Email: jmo@mauad.com.pa or mym1@mauad.com.pa. Website: www.mauad.com.pa.
MOLINA, Rodrigo Julio: Born Oct. 6, 1961 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1986. General practice: immigration, corporate, tourism, banking, investment and real estate. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Molina & Co. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0823-03979, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 223-9348 or 269-6500. Fax No.: 269-9611. Email: rjm@moliasoc.com. Website: www.panamaoffshorecenter.com.
MOLINA ORTEGA, Rodrigo J.: Born Oct. 15, 1955 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama and Tulane University School of Law. Admitted to bar in 1986. General practice: corporate, immigration, real estate, mercantile law, arbitration and mediation. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Rodrigo Molina Ortega and Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0832-2562 WTC, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 223-5744. Fax No.: 265-2127. Cell Phone No.: 6672-3215. Email: rodrigo@rodmolaw.com. Website: www.rodmolaw.com.
MORALES RODRIGUEZ, Guillermo E.: Born December 4, 1956 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Panama. General practice: civil, commercial, administrative, penal, family, telecommunications. Provides notary services and Public Registry. Accepts narcotics cases. Law firm: Carrillo Brux & Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0833-0197, Plaza Panama, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 225-7070. Fax No.: 225-2268. Cell Phone No.: 6612-5107. Email: gmorales@carrillobrux.com. Website: info@carrillobrux.com.
MORENO VASQUEZ, Yuri A.: Born December 18, 1963 in Panama, R. P. Graduate of University of Santa Maria La Antigua, Panama. General practice civil, corporations, business law, real estate, commercial and immigration. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law firm: Moreno, Vasquez y Associates. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0831-01254, Panama, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 264-5323/2235. Fax No.: 264-6641. E-mail address: morenovas@movistar.com.pa.
MORGAN GONZALEZ, Juan D.: Born April 6, 1942 in Chiriqui, R.P. Graduate of Yale Law School. General practice: business law, commercial, corporate, contracts and international law. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Morgan y Morgan. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0832-00232, Republic of Panama. Languages: French, Italian, Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 265-7777. Fax No.: 263-9728/265-7700. Email: jdmor@morimor.com. Website: www.morimor.com.
NORIEGA, José A.: Born January 3, 1932 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Chile and the University of Paris. General practice: business, international contracts, banking, corporation admirality, arbitration, and legal opinions. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arosemena Noriega & Contreras. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0816-01560, Panama 5, R. P. Languages: English, Spanish and French. Telephone No.: 264-3411/213-0300. Fax No.: 264-4569/223-2133/263-8539. Email: jnoriega@anorco.com.pa. Website: http://www.anorco.com.pa
PAREJA RESTREPO, Carolina: Born April 7, 1983 in Panama City, R.P. Graduate of la Universidad Latina. General practice: immigration, corporations, private interest foundations, real estate, civil, banking. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Estudio Juridico Arauz. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 263-8579. Cell phone No.: 6618-5863. Email: carolina@estudioarauz.com. Website: www.estudioarauz.com.
PATTON, Brett: Born February 19, 1951 in Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. Graduate of Loyola University and Tulane University. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1981. General practice: aviation and aviation finance, corporations, commercial, shipping and ship finance and trusts. Does not accept narcotics or criminal cases. Law Firm: Patton, Moreno & Asvat. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0819-05911, Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 264-8044. Fax No.: 263-7887. Email: bpatton@pmalawyers.com. Website: www.pmalawyers.com.
PERALTA L., Carla E.: Born December 22, 1983 in Panama, R.P. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: comercial and maritime law. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Panama Maritime Lawyers. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0834-02764 Zone 9ª, Panama. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 315-1104/1143. Fax No.: 315-1671. Email: carlaepl@gmail.com or carla@panamamaritimelawyers.com. Website: www.intermaritimeservices.com.
PEREZ CALDERON, Malva R.: Born June 14, 1958 in Havana, Cuba. Graduate of University of Panama, Panama and the University UNIEDPA in Panama. General practice: commercial international, immigration, penal, labor, civil, family. Accepts narcotics and criminal cases. Law firm: Independent. Languages: Spanish and some English. Telephone No.: 223-0702. Fax No.: 221-8340. Cell Phone No.: 6501-5280. Email: legalperez@hotmail.com.
PIERCE, Michael: Born on July 8, 1942 in Nebraska, U.S.A. Graduate of the University of Nebraska. General practice: criminal, domestic actions, taxation, civil, maritime, admiralty, corporations, labor. Not licensed to practice in Panama; available for consultation and legal advice but cannot represent persons in court. Accepts narcotics cases. Law firm: US Law Offices of Michael C. Pierce. Mailing address: PTY # 3234, Box 025724, Miami, Fl 33102 or PTY # 3234, Box 0843-03073, Panama. Languages: Spanish and English. Telephone No.: 260-8619/236-2480. Fax No.: 236-2880. E-Mail: pierce@sinfo.net.
PRECIADO, Jose A.: Born October 8, 1963 in Panama City, Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua and The American University Washington College of Law. Admitted to bar in Panama in 1987. General practice: banking, real estate, business, mergers & acquisitions, contracts, and franchising. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Fabrega, Molino and Mulino. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 0816-00744, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 301-6600. Fax No.: 264-0181. Email: preciado@fmm.com.pa. Website: www.fmm.com.pa.
QUINTERO, Anahi: Born September 8, 1970. Graduate of Latin American University. General practice: commercial, corporate, foundations, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law Firm: Carrizo & Associates. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone/Fax No.: 263-2180. Cell Phone No.: 6651-8163. Email: anahiquinterobelda@hotmail.com.
SANJUR PINZÓN, César E.: Born January 14, 1944 in David City, Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: civil, real estate, tort, commercial, corporate, labor, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Sanjur & Angulo. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0426-00555, David, Chiriqui, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 775-4366/4073. Fax No.: 774-4072. Email: saanglaw@cwpanama.net.
SANJUR ARAUZ, Ricardo V.: Born September 19, 1974 in David City, Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua and Latinamerican University of Science & Technology. General Practice: civil, real estate, torts, commercial, corporate, labor, immigration. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Sanjur & Angulo. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0426-00555, David, Chiriqui, R.P. Languages: Spanish. Telephone No.: 775-4366/4073. Fax No.: 774-4072. Email: saanglaw@cwpanama.net.
VIETO, Eduardo: Born August 2, 1975 in Mexico City. Graduate of Latin American University of Science and Technology. General practice: adoption, foreign investments, panama corporations, real estate, immigration and ship registry. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Vieto Carrizo & Diez. Mailing address: 00830-00309. Languages: English, Spanish, some Italian. Telephone No.: 301-0146. Fax No.: 301-0149. Cell Phone No.: 6675-3039. Email: evieto@carrizolaw.com. Website: www.carrizolaw.com.
WATSON III, Leroy W.: Born November 2, 1947 in Panama. Graduate of Tulane University and Emory University. General practice: commercial transactions, contracts, mergers & acquisitions, trusts & foundations. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: lww@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
WEEKES LEACOCK, Walter E.: Born December 10, 1939 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama. General practice: immigration, criminal, commercial, civil, labor and family. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Law office of Walter Weekes. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0815-01132, Panama Zone 4, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 221-9164. Cell Phone No.: 6625-3440. Email: wweekes10@hotmail.com.
WOLF, Mara: Born May 9, 1970 in Panama. Graduate of the University of Santa Maria, La Antigua. General practice: government permits and administrative. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mwolf@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
ZÚÑIGA, María del C.: Born November 7, 1952 in Chiriqui, Panama. Graduate of the University of Panama and Université de Droit D’Economie et des Sciences D’aix – Marseille. General practice: labor/employment, immigration, commercial transactions, contracts. Does not accept narcotics cases. Law firm: Arias, Fabrega & Fabrega. Mailing address: P.O. Box 0816-01098, Panama, R.P. Languages: English and Spanish. Telephone No.: 205-7000. Fax No.: 205-7001/7002. Email: mcauniga@arifa.com. Website: www.arifa.com.
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Aurthor: Rudy A. Estripeaut
Article Source: Select Panama
A big statement indeed but I would bet on it to be true! I have traveled to many countries around the world from the Himalayas to South America and Europe to the South Pacific, and Panama is one of the most dynamic countries in the World. I mean where else in the world can you have breakfast in the Pacific, Lunch in the Atlantic and sip coffee for sunset in a volcano 5000 feet above seal level all in the same day. And that is possible without really exerting yourself. In panama you can be strolling the streets of the historical Casco Viejo, then take a ferry to Taboga Island for the day, come back to the city in the afternoon, be at a 5 star restaurant in the evening and then try your luck at one of many Casinos afterwards. This is a typical day for people visiting panama.
I recently had a guest from San Francisco who spent 2 weeks in panama vacationing. Afterwards it dawned on me that they had just been to 4 different islands (Taboga, Contadora, San Jose & Bocas del Toro), 3 different mountain ranges (El Valle, Boquete & Volcan), 2 oceans (Atlantic & Pacific), several yachts, boats, horses, atv’s, motorcycles and a few commuter planes, all within a short distance and without stressing out. And yet, they still left without visiting The San Blas Islands, Isla Grande, Portobello, El Darien, the Embera Indians, Pedasi, Las Tablas and the list goes on. So what am I saying? Panama – like its name, which means “abundance of fish”, has an abundance of natural beautiful places to visit and indulge in; all in a friendly and inexpensive atmosphere.
For anyone thinking of Panama as a travel destination, a new home, a second home, a place to retire or a place to invest do business and make money, Panama has an abundance of opportunity for everyone. Panama’s government has created many incentives for foreigners to conduct business, obtain business and become residents. That is why many Canadians are coming to Panama, people from all over the US and Europe have finally found Paradise.
There are many resorts that are being built just to accommodate all the foreigners that are coming to live or invest in Panama. Just 30 minutes from Panama is Punta Chame a white sandy beach peninsula that is a haven for windsurfers and kite surfers is now going to become an area dotted with housing projects, hotels and Casinos. Not far from there is a popular Panamanian weekend retreat, Coronado Beach, which has an 18 hole golf course and all the modern amenities. Then there is Vista Mar located in San Carlos which has a 5 star restaurant, villas, 18 hole golf course all in a gated community.
Just 20 minutes from there will be the most talked about project in Panama – The Bijao Beach Resort, located in a pristine beach area, this resort will have villas and a stunning building called Chichibali. Other projects popping up in the area are Buenaventura and Playa Blanca Beach Resort, amongs others.
Other popular residential areas being built include Midpoint Panama in Penonome, which is quickly becoming a very popular resort area, this resort will also have a golf course and be located in a nice and safe community. There is also La Pintada Estates in La Pintada, with its spectacular mountain views also very close to Penonome. And a recent addition is the Panama Waterfalls project, a nice rural development located at the entrance to El Valle.
These and many other projects to come will make living in Panama a much more attractive destination and a playground for people of all ages from all walks of life. Panama is not just a journey it’s a Destination!
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In a recent article posted on the Select Panama Real Estate Site, Rudy Estripeaut discusses the investment opportunities in Panama. Panama has been rated as the best retirement spot in the world and is currently experiencing an unprecedented Real Estate Boom. To find out more read the full article below or visit the article source at Island Investment Opportunity.
Panama Islands: Investment Opportunity
Panama offers some incredible investment opportunities for the developer wanting a large piece of land to construct a resort or for the individual just looking for a piece of paradise to construct a little shangri la. With an abundance of natural beauty, panama is as diverse as its people and birds, with two oceans, miles of beaches, cool fresh highlands, panama has always been the “puente del mundo, corazon del universo”, meaning “bridge of the world, heart of the Universe”. That has always been the case, only that in the eyes of many foreigners, Panama was a stopping point to drug lords, and home to dictators, and yes that was the case in the 70’s and 80’s but they are far gone and now Panama enjoys a stable economy, dollar based, modern day luxuries, and it is a country of very friendly people.
International living has continuously rated Panama as the best retirement spot in the world and rightly so, when foreigners come here they experience the Panamanian warmth of its people and its culture, with so many fun loving people and so many places to see and visit. Just 20 minutes by ferry there is Taboga Island, the Island of Flowers, a small quaint fishing village with no cars, no hassles, no stress, the quaint little town has few boutique hotels, and a few nice beaches but it is just walking around it that you capture the essence if this idyllic little town, with its aromas of gardenias, and locals cooking guandu, and the fresh salt water, you feel like you are in some small island in Italy or Greece.
From there you can fly or go by boat to the famous Pearl Islands, where survivor has filmed their episode many times over since its many pristine islands allow for world class settings. These islands are one of the most beautiful islands in the world, with Isla del Rey, Contadora, Saboga, Bollarena, Bartolome, Casaya, Punta Cocos, and Viveros Island Pearl Island. With white-sand beaches, lush palm-tree forests, five-start restaurants and a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, this dreamland offers everything your heart desires…and then some – including boutique shops, a fully service marina and even a private airstrip. From watching the sun set over the Pacific in a swaying hammock to chartering a luxury craft through the wondrous Pearls, the rewards that come with seizing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity are endless. What’s more: Residents can choose from five distinct home models. So where you can crave the artistic look of Mexico, the elegance of Italy, or even the modernity of Miami, your architectural wish is met. And with all lots overlooking the water, the views are as spectacular as the designs.
Panama has so much to offer! and now that panama is experiencing an unprecedented Real Estate Boom it is a great time to invest in Panama, we offer foreigners wishing to invest in panama, advice and show them idyllic property in panama for development or for private use. We have helped many foreign investors find property in Pedasi, Azueros, Rio Hato, El Valle, Casco Viejo and more.
If you wish to contact us call us toll free in the US at: 877.446.5092 or visit our website at www.selectpanamarealestate.com
We look forward to seeing you in Panama sometime soon!
An article published on Panama’s Investors Blog goes over the best changes that occurred in Panama in 2007. It touches on everything from the Canal to real estate prices to pollution.
For the full article see www.primapanama.blogs.com
Or read it below:
Panama’s best of 2007
I have wanted to write a story like this all month, but just have not had the time. Fortunately my friend Casey Holleran took the time to write it and covered everything that I would have plus a few items I had have forgotten.
Panama enjoyed remarkable growth in both tourism and foreign real estate investment in 2007 . This boom established that Panama, previously known only for its Canal, could be a viable threat to Costa Rica’s position as market leader in those sectors. 2007 saw many of ups and downs for Panama, but mostly ups (real estate prices, pollution in the Bay of Panama, costs of living, Noriega’s middle finger). Here is a recap of what I believe to be the most significant stories ‘07:
THE BEST
1. Canal Expansion & Free Trade Agreement Approved
Most folks would agree, whether they loved or hated it, that the Canal Expansion approval was the biggest event in Panama news in 2007. Panama made international headlines worldwide before, during, and after the approval process. Along with the approval came promises of new jobs, political favors of unprecedented sums and the beginning of a new era of international trade in Panama. The second biggest political vote was probably the Free Trade Agreement. Both these events secured Panama’s place at the table of world trade for decades to come.
2. Real Estate Boom
Panama benefited from a “perfect storm” of economic, political and intangible factors that led to a mind blowing real estate boom in 2007. Thanks in part to a lot of hype, the Canal Expansion and free trade agreements, an overpriced neighbor (Costa Rica) a fizzling U.S. housing market and wealthy Venezuelan exiles, Panama’s real estate prices went from geek to chic in 24 months.
3. Noriega Extradited
Among the many potential party poopers of Panama’s economic boom, none loomed so large as the threat of Noriega’s return. One could almost hear the collective sigh of relief among the investment community when Noriega’s triumphant return was thwarted thanks to a U.S. ruling that sentenced him to a lifetime of stale baguettes in France.
4. Costa Rica: Expensive & Less Safe
Many media references in 2007 reported (true or otherwise) the increasing costs of real estate in Costa Rica, along with the increase in crime in 2007. This was just one of the many factors that have assisted in permitting Panama to sneak onto the short list of offshore investment and retirement destinations in Latin America.
5. Panama’s (almost) Famous
First Brad Pitt and Angelina dropped in for a visit, then Mel Gibson. This was followed by rumors of other one-name superstars like Arnold, Mel and Mick scouting for beach property. The topper was an end-of-year announcement that the new installment of 007 was to be filmed suddenly gave Panama star power. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for Don Cheadle in ‘08.
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