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Joelis Araúz Ospino

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Joelis Araúz Ospino is an Associate in the Litigation Department.

He specializes in civil and commercial law, with a focus on criminal law. In addition, he frequently participates in arbitration proceedings.

As a member of the litigation team, Joelis has handled various areas including matters related to banking, insurance, construction, technology, telecommunications, and energy, among others.

Additionally, it provides strategic advice to clients in matters related to damages, breach of contracts, liquidation processes, wills, and estate administration processes.

Joelis has acquired deep experience litigating before the Supreme Court of Justice, where she has handled appeals in cassation and contentious-administrative proceedings against government acts and public entities.

Education

  • Bachelor of Law and Political Science, University of Panama, 2009.
  • Master's Degree in Commercial Law, Inter-American University of Panama, 2011.
  • Postgraduate Degree in Adversarial Criminal System, ISAE University 2021.

Admissions

  • Panama, 2009

Acknowledgments

2026

  • The Legal 500 Latin America (2026 Edition)

    • Recognition: Recommended in Dispute Resolution practice.

    • Testimonial: “Katherine Aparicio and Joelis Araúz have a good understanding of the subject and work without any problems. They are attentive in their services”.

2022

  • Expert Guides (2022)

    • Distinction: Recognized as a Rising Star.

Professional Associations

  • National Bar Association of Panama

Languages

  • Spanish and English

Areas

Litigation & Arbitration