Juan Ignacio Villanueva has been an associate at DENFAB since 2016. He has been practicing as a lawyer since 2007 and has worked in renowned local firms advising clients on operations related to corporate law, commercial law and real estate law; Likewise, he has served as a director in operating companies in Panama which has allowed him to provide advice to his clients adding a business focus. Mr. Villanueva obtained his bachelor's degree in Law and Political Science with Cum Laude honors at the Universidad Santa María La Antigua in 2005 and later completed his master's degree (LL.M.) in 2007 with an emphasis on Corporate and Commercial Law in The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in London, England. Additionally, he has a postgraduate degree in Entrepreneurial Excellence from the University of Arkansas (2013) and a Diploma in Labor Law from the Universidad Latina de Panamá (2016). He is a member of the National Bar Association of Panama. He is qualified to practice law in the Republic of Panama and has a real estate broker's license granted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industries of Panama. Languages · Spanish · English E-mail jvillanueva@denfablaw.com

Since 2016, Ramiro Góngora Candanedo has been an associate at DENFAB. He has practiced law since 2001, with a distinguished career as a litigator in the Specialized Superior Prosecutor's Office for Civil Affairs of the Public Prosecutor's Office and in the private sector. His experience encompasses management and litigation in civil, criminal, labor, and administrative jurisdictions. He has provided legal advisory services to the National Assembly and other state entities. In academia, Mr. Góngora Candanedo holds a degree in Law and Political Science from the National University of Panama. He completed a postgraduate degree in Extracontractual Liability of the State at the University of Castilla La Mancha, Toledo, Spain, and has completed doctoral studies in Procedural Law at the National University of Rosario, Argentina. He continually updates his training through diploma courses, seminars, and conferences. He is an active member of the National Bar Association of Panama and is licensed to practice law in the Republic of Panama. · Spanish · English

Alexandra Grimaldo has been a senior associate at DENFAB since 2012. With 15 years of experience, she has advised companies, families, and entrepreneurs on high-impact legal decisions, focusing on asset protection, corporate structure optimization, and regulatory compliance. Her practice encompasses Corporate Law, Estate Planning, and Tax Law, combining strategic vision with in-depth technical knowledge. Trained in Panama and Madrid, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Law and Political Science from the Universidad Santa María la Antigua and a Master's degree in Tax Consulting (ISDE, Madrid, 2014), a Diploma in Financial Accounting (Centro de Estudios Financieros, Madrid, 2014), a Diploma in Tax Law (Universidad Especializada del Contador Público Autorizado, Panama, 2016), and a Postgraduate degree in Regulatory Compliance (Institute for Legal Study and Research, 2020).

Ana Lucía Márquez Brostella is an attorney at DENFAB, which she joined in 2022. She has practiced law since 2008, gaining prior experience at other law firms and as in-house legal counsel for a company. Her practice focuses on corporate law, contracts, and sales, where she has developed a solid specialization. Ms. Márquez earned her Bachelor's degree in Law and Political Science from the Universidad Santa María la Antigua in 2006. She complemented her training with a Master of Laws (LL.M.) with an emphasis in Corporate Law from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 2007. She subsequently expanded her knowledge with a Diploma in Accounting from the Specialized University of Public Accountants of Panama. Ms. Márquez is duly licensed to practice law in the Republic of Panama. She also holds an official license as an authorized public translator in English and Spanish, issued by the Panamanian Ministry of Education. Languages: Spanish English

Evelin E. Rosas Pérez holds a degree in Law and Political Science from the University of Panama in 2009. She began her professional career in the Judiciary, dedicating herself to public service for 16 years, where she held various positions, including bailiff, judge in the Municipal and Civil Circuit Courts, special substitute magistrate in the First Superior Court of the First Judicial District of Panama, and assistant to the Magistrates of the Maritime Appeals Court. Ms. Rosas holds a Master's Degree in Civil Procedure Law, a Specialization in General Procedural Law, and a Specialization in Higher Education. She has been qualified to practice law in the Republic of Panama since 2009.

Paola Vega Chang is a lawyer at DENFAB and has been practicing law since 2004. She has specialized in various areas of law, including Administrative Law, Tax Law, and Commercial Law. Ms. Vega earned her Bachelor's degree in Law and Political Science from the University of Santa María la Antigua in 2004. In 2007, she completed her Master's degree in Commercial Law from the University of Santa María la Antigua. Later, in 2009, she earned her LL.M. with an emphasis in Corporate Law from Boston College Law School in Newton, Massachusetts. She also holds a Master's degree in Tax Law from the Institute for Legal Study and Research of Nicaragua, conducted in collaboration with the Administrative Tax Tribunal of Panama, which she completed in 2021. She is a member of the National Bar Association and the Panamanian Academy of Administrative Law, currently serving as Treasurer. She is qualified to practice law in the Republic of Panama. Languages: Spanish

Nathalie Gisselle De la Espada Vásquez holds a degree in Law and Political Science, graduating in 2023 with honors cum laude from the Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua (USMA). She completed a Master's degree in Civil Procedural Law with a specialization in Procedural Law at the Universidad Latina de Panamá. She focuses her practice on civil litigation, executive proceedings, family law, and consumer protection. Before joining the firm, Ms. De la Espada worked in the private sector, also specializing in corporate law practices, and handled sports law matters at the Panamanian Football Federation. She is qualified to practice law in the Republic of Panama starting in 2024. Languages: Spanish English

Mayliz Gil holds a degree in Law and Political Science from the Interamerican University of Panama in 2021. Ms. Gil has experience in both the public and private sectors, focusing her practice on various civil court proceedings, with an emphasis on litigation and foreclosure proceedings. She gained experience within the Panamanian Judiciary, where she held positions such as Senior Clerk II, Court Clerk, Judge's Assistant, and Bailiff in various civil circuit courts. She has been qualified to practice law in the Republic of Panama since 2021.

Majella del C. Rivera has been a member of DENFAB since 2011. She has worked in different areas of law such as corporate law, real estate law and horizontal property. Ms. Rivera completed her studies at the Faculty of Law and Political Sciences of the University of Panama. In addition, he has two Diplomas. The first is related to the Public Registry of Panama, and the second on Computer Crimes and Forensic Computer Science, both awarded by the Universidad Latina de Panama (2014). Languages Spanish English E-mail mrivera@denfablaw.com

Elieth Hernandez Garibo is a consultant at DENFAB. She has been a consultant since 2014, advising clients in areas related to corporate law, company administration, corporate services, estate planning, asset protection and compliance. Ms. Hernández completed her studies at the Faculty of Law and Legal and Political Sciences of the Polytechnic University of Nicaragua. Over the course of her professional career she has earned several Seminar Certifications. Languages Spanish English E-mail ehernandez@denfablaw.com