Quijano & Associates

Founded in 1959, Quijano & Associates is one of Panama's most respected international law firms, providing comprehensive legal services across multiple jurisdictions with over 65 years of experience. The firm has positioned itself as a leading legal advisor to banks, international financial institutions, shipping lines, foreign investors, and multinational companies.

Core Practice Areas

Quijano & Associates offers a wide range of legal services with particular expertise in:

Blockchain & Crypto Assets - The firm provides comprehensive advice on cryptocurrency and digital asset exchange platforms, including legal advisory on crypto assets (currency tokens, utility tokens, security tokens), NFT production and promotion, regulatory compliance for exchange platforms, ICO funding, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technology (DLT) implementation.

Capital Markets - Recognized as a premier law firm in Panama's capital markets industry, the firm represents arrangers and issuers in securities registration, stock exchange listings, and compliance matters. Services include negotiable commercial securities, corporate bonds, rolling programs, share offers, mutual funds, private capital funds, real estate investment companies and trusts.

Banking & Finance - One of the preferential law firms in Panama's banking sector, providing advisory services on licensing, authorizations, and compliance. The firm handles bridge loans, syndicated loans, mortgage loans, secured loans, cross-border financing, financial leasing, factoring, and debt restructuring.

International Structures & Private Wealth - Specializing in incorporation, tax-compliant structuring, administration of companies, foundations, estate planning, and asset protection for a global clientele across multiple jurisdictions.

Global Reach

Quijano & Associates operates through main offices in Panama and Switzerland, with subsidiaries in the British Virgin Islands, Belize, Seychelles, Hong Kong, The Bahamas, and Nevis. The firm is appointed Special Agent for corporate and maritime affairs in the Marshall Islands and maintains representative offices in additional jurisdictions.

Key Strengths

The firm's competitive advantages include:

• Over six decades of experience in Panamanian and international law
• Deep expertise in maritime law and vessel registration under the Panamanian flag
• Strong relationships with international financial institutions and regulatory bodies
• Membership in prestigious legal networks: International Society of Primerus Law Firms, Geneva Group International, and IR Global
• Recognized by major legal directories including IFLR1000 and Chambers and Partners
• Comprehensive trust services through subsidiary Quijano Trust Corporation
• Tax and accounting support through Sterling Tax Consultants
• Commitment to gender equality and professional development

Additional Practice Areas

The firm also provides expert services in Immigration Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Entertainment Law, Government Contracts & Concessions, Labor Law, Litigation & Arbitration, Maritime & Admiralty Law, and Real Estate Law.

Why Choose Quijano & Associates

Clients choose Quijano & Associates for its impeccable reputation for integrity, loyalty, and confidentiality, combined with over 60 years of market experience. The firm delivers efficiency and agility through a dynamic, disciplined team of professionals supported by structured processes and continuous technological innovation. The firm's mission is to add value to customers, shareholders, and employees by integrating superior service within a framework of respect, personal attention, professionalism, trust, and ethics.