Katherine is a Partner in the Litigation and Arbitration Department of the firm.
She focuses on advising clients in arbitrations before the Conciliation and Arbitration Center of Panama. Katherine also assists clients with their daily business needs and provides support in complex transactions, including financings and the acquisition or sale of major market players.
He frequently represents local banks, construction companies, major real estate developers, insurance and reinsurance companies, telecommunications firms, ports, and hydroelectric plants. His skills enable him to develop strategies, manage litigation and arbitration proceedings, represent clients in negotiations, and issue legal opinions in his practice areas.
Publications:
- He cooperated with Dr. Jorge Fábrega Ponce P. on: (i) drafting the essay on “Judicial Communications Centers” included in the book Institutions of Civil Procedural Law, second edition, enlarged and corrected in 2004; as well as (ii) the Dictionary of Civil Procedural Law in 2004.
- She has prepared important legal strategies to represent clients in litigation before the Panamanian Judicial Branch (Commercial, Civil, Insurance, and Bankruptcy Law), as well as legal advice aimed at achieving negotiations and out-of-court settlements.
- You have successfully participated in mediation processes.
- She has been appointed as an arbitrator in domestic arbitrations.
- She has been appointed as an arbitral secretary in domestic arbitrations
Education
- Bachelor of Law and Political Science from the University of Panama, (2000).
- Master's Degree in Law with a specialization in Private Law from the University of Panama (2007).
- Specialization in Civil Law from the University of Salamanca, (2008).
Acknowledgments
2026
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Latin Lawyer 250 (2026 Edition)
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Distinction: Highly Recommended in the practice of Dispute Resolution.
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The Legal 500 Latin America (2026 Edition)
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Recognition: Recognized as ‘Next Generation Partner’ in Dispute Resolution.
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Testimonial: “The team (particularly Katherine Aparicio) stands out for its prompt response, diligence, timely follow-up, clarity, and professionalism.”.
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2025
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Chambers Latin America (2025)
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Ranking: Band 3 in Dispute Resolution.
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Testimonial: “Katherine Aparicio is an excellent lawyer. Her knowledge and proactiveness make her essential support in all matters related to arbitration and domestic litigation.”
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LACCA Approved (2025)
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Recognition: Recognized in Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice.
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2023
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Chambers Latin America (2023)
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Ranking: Band 4 in Dispute Resolution.
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Testimonial: «Katherine Aparicio is a great worker, as well as very active and energetic. She is open and transparent in her recommendations on the way forward.
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Professional Associations
- Member of the National College of Lawyers.
- Member of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) – Panama Chapter.
- Founder and member of the Board of Directors of the Caminando Panamá Foundation.
- Member of the World League of Environmental Lawyers (LIMAA).
Admissions
- Panama, 2000
Languages
- Spanish and English