Partners
Cicely Jahel Samayoa Cárcam
Partner GLC LEGAL
Experience in civil, notarial, commercial, immigration and notarial law. As well as legal counseling in lucrative and non-profit entities.
- Senior Management Program
INCAE Business School - Master's Degree in Business Administration - Emphasis in Business Administration
Latin University of Panama - Postgraduate in Senior Management
Latin University of Panama - Bachelor's Degree in Law and Political Science
Universidad Antigua Santa María la Antigua de Panamá
- University Professor
Mariano Galvez University of Guatemala
- Spanish
- English
Johel Anibal Cruz Brown
Partner GLC LEGAL
Law and Political Science graduate with a postgraduate degree in Senior Management and a Master's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Business Management and extensive experience in Labor Law.
- Senior Management Program
INCAE Business School - Master's Degree in Business Administration - Emphasis in Business Administration
Latin University of Panama - Postgraduate in Senior Management
Latin University of Panama - Bachelor's Degree in Law and Political Science
Universidad Antigua Santa María la Antigua de Panamá
- Creation and drafting of the Draft Bill 125, now law 126 of February 18, 2020, which “Regulates Telework in Panama and dictates other provisions”.
- Creation and drafting of Bill 161, which establishes and regulates the courier services, as a transport activity, through digital platforms and applications in the Republic of Panama.
- Spanish
- English
Ahmed E. Herrera P.
Partner GLC LEGAL
Lawyer with more than ten years of experience. Able to work under pressure and results oriented. Excellent analytical skills and facility to draft all types of legal documents in both English and Spanish. Highly competent and visionary professional, with proven skills in the management of multidisciplinary teams and the implementation of strategies that drive the growth and success of the business.
- Diploma in E-Commerce
Higher Polytechnic of Colombia - Diploma in Service Management
Polytechnic University of Colombia - Master's Degree in Business Law
University of Alcalá de Henares - Degree in Law and Political Science
Santa María la Antigua University
Ahmed E. Herrera P. has held key roles throughout his career, including General Manager and Senior Attorney at Trident Trust Panama, where he led the operation of the firm and developed legal services in areas such as immigration, corporate and real estate; Legislative Advisor at the National Assembly, drafting and investigating bills related to tourism, telework and telehealth; Senior Lawyer at Quijano & Asociados, specializing in offshore entities and corporate management; Lawyer at Bufete De Sanctis, in charge of the Offshore Department and civil and labor proceedings; Senior Officer at the Juvenile Criminal Court II, drafting judicial resolutions; Data Analyst and Processor at Firm Solutions Panama, analyzing and processing data for mortgage foreclosures in the U.S.; and Intern/Data Processor at Firm Solutions Panama, analyzing and processing data for mortgage foreclosures in the U.S.; and Intern/Associate at Bufete De Sanctis, in charge of the Offshore Department and civil and labor proceedings. Legal Intern/Assistant at Private Legal Services, preparing corporate documents and handling immigration processes.
- Spanish
- English
Juan Carlos Orozco Carazo
Partner GLC LEGAL
Lawyer and Notary Public with more than 20 years of experience.
- Diploma in International Contracts
University “Thomas More” / Luigi Bocconi University of Commerce - Master's Degree in Corporate Legal Counseling
Central American University - UCA - Master's Degree in Do. Corporate Labor Law
National Polytechnic University - UPOLI - Law Degree
Central American University - UCA
During his career he has served as legal advisor and legal director for different companies in the country such as: Elecnor S.A, Price Water House Cooper, Geosa, Enel, Hidrogesa.
- Spanish
- English
- Basic Italian
Julio M Rodríguez E.
Partner GLC LEGAL
Experience in his practice in the areas of civil litigation, corporate and business law, foreign investment, government relations, incentive law, banking law, real estate law, as well as in the construction industry.
- Diploma in International Contracts
Thomas More” University / Luigi Bocconi University of Commerce - Master in Civil Law and Civil Procedure
Autonomous University of Santo Domingo - Master in Business Law
Autonomous University of Barcelona - Law Degree
Universidad Iberoamericana
- He is currently a member of the Board of Directors of several financial institutions in the Dominican Republic.
- He has excelled in the construction and foreign investment sector since the implementation of incentive laws in the tourism sector and free zones.
- In 2014, he was appointed counselor at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX), serving as liaison with the National Congress for the ratification processes of international instruments.
- Spanish
- English
- Basic French
Esteban E. Taveras
Partner GLC LEGAL
Country: Dominican Republic
In his professional practice he has worked in different areas such as: Corporate and Business Law, Civil and Commercial Law, Banking and Finance Law, Real Estate and Construction Law, Foreign Investment, Permitting, Trusts, Estate Organization, Incentive Law, Medical and Pharmaceutical Sector, Fintech and Blockchain, Customs Law, Logistics and International Transportation Sector, among others.
- Master's Degree in Civil Law and Civil Procedure
Autonomous University of Santo Domingo - Law Degree
Iberoamerican University
- He stands out in the field of commercial negotiations, thanks to his management of multiple operations from the contractual stage, development, and completion of projects.
- He has extensive experience in attracting international investors and companies to undertake in the Dominican Republic, through advice and support in the various stages of incorporation, integration, and development of operations in the country.
- Spanish
- English
Virgilio Umanzor
Partner GLC LEGAL
Country: Honduras
Lawyer and notary with more than 25 years of experience in the areas of Labor Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Commercial Law, Contentious-Administrative Jurisdiction, Civil Jurisdiction, Municipal Matters.
- Notary
Supreme Court of Justice - Lawyer, Bachelor in Legal Sciences and Bachelor in Business Administration.
National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH)
It stands out in the development of its activities with clients in the protection of their business and assets.
- Spanish
Carlos Umanzor
Partner GLC LEGAL
Lawyer and notary with 15 years of experience in Commercial Law and Administrative Law.
- Global Executive Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Incae Business School - Notary
Supreme Court of Justice - Master of Laws (LL.M)
Emory University School of Law. - Attorney at Law and Bachelor in Legal Sciences
National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH).
- He focuses his practice in commercial law from drafting and reviewing contracts, as well as advising on corporate matters such as incorporations, acquisitions, and mergers.
- From Administrative Law he focuses on intellectual property, sanitary authorizations, environmental authorizations, immigration matters, incentive regimes for companies (RIT, ZOLI), tax matters, distribution, representation, and agency licenses.
Spanish
Humberto Cuestas Martínez Varela
Partner GLC LEGAL
Country: El Salvador
Attorney and notary with more than twenty years of professional experience. His career has included legal counsel, corporate law, intellectual property, labor relations, and participation in the negotiation and conclusion of international agreements, both in the private sector and in public institutions.
- Education
Bachelor of Laws from Universidad Dr. José Matías Delgado and authorized as an Attorney and Notary since 2005. - He also holds a Master’s in Business Law from Universidad Católica de Chile.
He has extensive experience in the private practice of law, having served for more than twenty years as an associate attorney and providing advice on various legal and business matters.
His experience includes legal advisory roles, management, and the execution of international agreements. He also worked at the National Registry Center of El Salvador, both in the Intellectual Property Directorate, as a Trademark Registrar, and at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
He also has experience in corporate and labor matters, having worked at the Ministry of Labor and in programs related to registration and legal certainty.
- Spanish
- English, with specialized training in legal English.
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