New members have joined the INPLP: Ramón Arias and Joaquín Sosa

08.04.2026

With more than 50 years of experience, GALA distinguishes itself as a legal services firm dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for local and foreign clients with business interests in Panama. In a dynamic and changing world, we remain a guide for those who expect the highest standard of professionalism from those who provide them with legal advice.

Ramón Arias began his private practice at Galindo, Arias & López in 1989, specializing as a legal advisor to national and multinational companies, with emphasis on the financial, aeronautical, corporate and public services sectors. He possesses vast experience in the areas of Corporate, Tax, Banking, Financial Law and Data Protection and Security.

Joaquín Sosa started as an intern at Galindo, Arias & López in 2019, steadily growing within the firm. He began his professional practice in 2021, focusing on matters relating to Commercial law, including Data Protection and Security, Intellectual Property, Corporate and Tax, to name a few.

Panama is a country located in Central America. It has a population of approximately 4.4 million people. The official language of Panama is Spanish.

What is the INPLP?

INPLP is a not-for-profit international network of qualified professionals providing expert counsel on legal and compliance issues relating to data privacy and associated matters. INPLP provides targeted and concise guidance, multi-jurisdictional views and practical information to address the ever-increasing and intensifying field of data protection challenges. INPLP fulfils its mission by sharing know-how, conducting joint research into data processing practices and engaging proactively in international cooperation in both the private and public sectors.