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"With over 60 years of service, we stand out as one of the most experienced and established firms in Panama."

Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramirez | AFRA

Our history dates back to January 20, 1965, when founding partners Eduardo Alfaro, Alejandro Ferrer, and Alfredo Ramírez established the firm. With over 60 years of service, we stand out as one of the firms with the most experience and track record in Panama.

The core values and concepts that define us as a team and as a firm are: integrity, ethics, and commitment. This has positioned us as strategic allies of renowned domestic and foreign companies established in our country.

Today we have a committed team of more than 35 full-time lawyers serving our clients, and an office staff of over 100 employees. All our lawyers possess a high level of commercial awareness, which allows us to anticipate, understand, and defend our clients' interests.

Quality and excellence have earned us important recognitions from major international directories such as Chambers Global, Chambers Latin America, The Legal 500, Latin Lawyer, IFLR1000, IP Stars, WTR1000, and Leaders League, among others.

International recognition and validation

AFRA's work has been recognized by major international legal rankings, endorsing the technical quality of its advisory services.

“I believe this firm has one of the best legal teams in the market. In my experience, they have provided me with personalized service that demonstrates a deep knowledge of the subject matter, and they do so in an expeditious and precise manner.”
Client for The Legal 500
Latin America 2024
“The team provides excellent service, always aiming to look out for the customer's well-being. Their attitude is always super professional. They are very kind and always willing to help us.”
Client for The Legal 500
Latin America 2024
“In my experience, AFRA's lawyers not only have a great deal of knowledge and experience, but they also have the best attitude and willingness to help clients. They have always been very efficient and precise in their responses and advice. They are lawyers who seek to help resolve matters as quickly and effectively as possible, always complying with the law.”
Client for The Legal 500
Latin America 2024
“Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez is my favorite firm to work with in Panama. They have a lot of manpower and are my go-to firm if we need to get something done quickly.
Client for Chambers and Partners
Latin America 2024
"The team has very practical knowledge of legal matters, which allows them to advise their clients in a proactive way that benefits their business objectives.”
Client for Chambers and Partners
Latin America 2024
“They are our first choice in Panama. A solid and professional team with thorough and prompt responses.”
Client for The Legal 500
Latin America 2024
“Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez's work is very comprehensive and of high quality. Their lawyers are always available and respond to inquiries in a timely and proper manner."
Client for Chambers and Partners
Latin America 2023
"Alfaro, Ferrer & Ramírez stands out for its exceptional customer service, as well as its technical and analytical capacity. Its close relationship with the client makes the firm a trusted advisor."
Client for Chambers and Partners
Latin America 2026