The real estate department at Morgan & Morgan is popular choice among investors, developers, operators and contractors, which turn to the team for assistance in real estate transactions. The firm has experience in the acquisition, sale and financing of various real estate properties and is also adept at handling residential and commercial lending deals. Its lawyers are also equipped to advise on the notarial and registration requirements necessary for property acquisitions and the various types of collateral structures available under Panamanian law. Francisco Arias leads the team and is supported by Carlos González and international associate Miguel Arias M. Senior associate Giselle Moncada is a name to note.

Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee represents international and domestic clients in real estate transactions, development and redevelopment projects, as well as public-private initiatives and litigation. The team has been active in land deals and major construction projects, as well as assisting developers in meeting environmental regulations and green building standards. Raúl Zuñiga, Raúl Borrell, Lorenzo Marquínez and Anibal Galindo are the key partners in the department.

Boutique law firm ARIAS ABREGO LOPEZ & NORIEGA is experienced in assisting clients from a broad variety of sectors, including retail, real estate, tourism and construction. The team is active in real estate transactions and private and public real estate investment trusts. Its team members also advise on matters which require specialist oversight in property developments and in real estate disputes. Mario Arias leads the practice and combines his expertise in corporate law to advise clients on every aspect of real estate M&A. Carlos Abrego is a key contact, as is associate Eduardo González, who joined the firm from TAC in July 2024, and international associate Julio Altafulla Montenegro, who joined from Quantil in November 2024.

Galindo, Arias & López is active in a range of real estate matters, including the development of residential complexes and various real estate projects. Of counsel Salomón Behar leads the practice and is the key contact.

LOVILL is focused on advising on leases for apartments, warehouses, offices and shopping malls, and on the purchase and sale of properties. Elizabeth Heurtematte leads the practice and has led on a number of real estate transactions. Alejandro Fung is also a key name.