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Pledging Shares in a Panamanian company

How Fixed and Floating Charges Over Shares Work in Panama?

They don’t. Panamanian law does not explicitly recognize the common law concepts of fixed and floating charges. Instead, share pledges are the standard form of security over shares. This guide outlines the main requirements and characteristics of a pledge over shares in a Panamanian company.

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How to close a company in Panama?

This article outlines the process of dissolving and liquidating a Panamanian company. It provides a step-by-step overview of the legal requirements and procedures involved, from initiating dissolution with the Public Registry to notifying various government entities. It focuses on the key stages of corporate wind-down, including shareholder approvals, public notices, asset liquidation, and final reporting obligations. 

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What is Shareholders' and Directors' Liability in Panama?

Panamanian Corporate Law balances limited liability with accountability for Shareholders and Directors. Shareholders are generally protected by the Corporate Veil, which can be pierced in cases of fraud or abuse, and, Directors, while not personally liable for corporate debts, may face joint and several liability for mismanagement or violations of laws and corporate governance.

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