Administrative and Regulatory Law
Legal Support in Administrative and Regulatory Matters for Operations in Panama
At LOVILL, we specialize in complex administrative regulations and have a well-established practice that advises both individuals and legal entities in setting up new businesses or operations. We focus on everything related to obtaining permits, regulatory compliance, and establishing operations in regulated sectors.
Our team provides regulatory guidance tailored to the specific requirements of each industry. Our experience spans key sectors such as energy, mining, hydrocarbons, telecommunications, banking, insurance, logistics, transportation, technology, and tourism, among others.
Our services include:
- Processing of concessions, licenses, and administrative permits.
- Evaluation and application of special tax regimes for local or regional operations.
- Management of municipal permits and procedures before the Social Security Fund, Municipality, DGI, MEF, MICI, among others.
- Support in administrative proceedings and legal representation through all stages of the governmental process.
- Assistance before self-regulatory bodies and sector-specific technical boards.
“Elizabeth Heurtematte always makes herself available for us. She articulates complex legal issues in a way that allows us to make sound business decisions.”
Comprehensive Support for Legal Operations in Panama
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Establishing Operations:
We advise on all legal and regulatory requirements needed to start operations in Panama, including legal and tax structuring under special regimes such as SEM, EMMA, and Panama Pacifico (Law 41), among others.
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Operation and Expansion:
We support our clients with ongoing regulatory compliance, administrative procedures, and engagement with government entities or self-regulatory bodies.
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Closure, Reorganization, or Resolution of Administrative Disputes:
We represent our clients in administrative proceedings through to the final stage of the governmental process.
Representative Matters
Regulatory Advisory for Energy Company Expansion
Comprehensive support to an international energy company during its expansion process, including the successful obtaining of licenses and regulatory authorizations from the National Energy Secretariat (SNE) and the National Accreditation Council (CNA), enabling operational launch.
Comprehensive Legal Advisory to the Panamanian Subsidiary of a Multinational Company
LOVILL serves as legal counsel in Panama for the subsidiary of a multinational company that is a global leader in inspection and certification services. LOVILL has assisted the company in obtaining all necessary accreditations for its operations in Panama before various government entities, including the National Accreditation Board of the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Health, and the National Energy Secretariat. We advise the client on regulatory and tax matters related to the special regime of Ciudad del Saber, as well as on all legal matters in the corporate, labor, administrative, and litigation areas.
Acquisition and Operation of Laboratories for a Multinational Company
Labor advisory to the subsidiaries of a multinational certification and analysis company. Representation and support during the acquisition of two analysis laboratories in Panama, including the review of key regulatory aspects for the transaction. Subsequently, we have provided ongoing counsel as external legal advisors on labor matters, intellectual property, administrative issues, and the permits required for their operation.
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