Guerra Alvarez Strauss & Associates

Professional & reliable legal services since 2007
Immigration, commercial, civil, real estate, family, tax, labor, administrative and criminal law procedures

Guerra Alvarez Strauss and Associates are expert attorneys practicing law since 2007. We assist with a wide variety of legal procedures including immigration, business, civil, real estate, family, tax, labor, administrative and criminal processes. We strive to deliver the best possible service and the best possible outcome for our clients.

Procedures include: Visas, residency, citizenship, business registrations, business operation licenses, work permits, property transfers, property background checks, investigations, trusts, contracts, testaments, divorce proceedings, child custody agreements, criminal defense, debt payment agreements, landlord and tenant disputes, breach of contract, PH registrations and regulations, demand letters, company trademarks, partnership agreements, name changes, assistance with bank accounts and loans, assistance with Panama ID’s, birth certificates, death certificates, translation of documents, notary services including marriage officiation and more.

Pensionado Visas (Retirement Visas) – We offer a flat rate fee of $1500 for a single main applicant and $700 for a dependent including all costs from application to Panama ID. (provided all requirements are met as stipulated)

Rental contract reviews: Before signing a contract or making payments, send us the contract and we will review the contract terms and information, confirm property details and confirm owner/landlord/administrator/agent identities to ensure everything is legal at a cost of $75.  Our visa clients receive a FREE rental contract review when coming to Panama for residency.

Banking: Banistmo and Banesco assist our clients with opening of bank accounts and applying for home loans of up to 70%. Contact us for additional details and assistance.

Additional services: We have amazing partners in various industries that can assist with accounting, land surveying, construction and home renovations, transport and vehicle assistance, cabinets, cupboards and more, real estate services for renting, buying and selling properties, plumbing/gas/electrical/air-conditioning maintenance and installations.

If you have any questions or would like a FREE quotation, please contact us now – We offer assistance in Spanish, English, Portuguese, Afrikaans and even some basic Italian.


Client testimonials
Sonia, Panama
Excellent - Working with Maria has been a wonderful experience and I highly recommend her. For me she is the 'wonder woman' that can solve any problem.
Mary, USA
Excellent - Maria has been a lifesaver! If you need an attorney that really understands the law, you need Maria. She is attentive, communicative, and just a pleasure to work with. We greatly appreciate her expertise and diligence.
Julie & Ghislain, Canada
Excellent - Maria is very pleasant, responsive, helpful, capable and answers all messages quickly. She is also surrounded by an excellent team. We highly recommend her services!
Pedro, Panama
Excellent - I highly recommend Maria for anyone that needs a reliable and efficient lawyer.  She delivers results and has assisted me with numerous processes.
James, USA
Excellent - Maria handled my residency and bank account. She is very professional and thorough in everything, and I highly recommend her services!! She had everything prepared and it was smooth sailing through Immigration with no problems!
Gizelle, South Africa
Excellent - Maria and Ruhan are friendly, helpful and accommodating. They went out of their way to help us get settled in Panama. They are very knowledgeable, and we highly recommend their services.
Marcela, Panama
Excellent - I can highly recommend Maria Guerra. She is hard working, easy to reach (even on weekends) and is very organized. Most importantly, she is honest and ethical with fair legal fees.
Zoyma, Panama
Excellent - I would like to thank Maria for her excellent assistance with my daughter's process which was a complete success. I recommend her to all my friends and family.
Marcos, Panama
Excellent - Maria and her team are great. They respond quickly and assist you with all information you need. They are professional and efficient.  I have hired them on numerous occasions, and they never disappoint.
Desmond, USA
Excellent - María is a great lawyer. Her instructions were clear and concise, and she guided me through all of the steps to prepare for my visa.  I can't stress enough how fast and easy the visa process was working with her. When you consider her reasonable flat rate pricing, which includes all residency and ID costs, she's great value. I highly recommend Maria and her law firm.
Raymond, USA
Excellent - Maria is a rockstar attorney. I want to thank her and her staff for their professionalism and quick response on my matters.
Sandy & Dewey, USA
Excellent - Our attorney team of Maria Guerra and Ruhan Strauss ensured we experienced a worry free and smooth process in obtaining our cedulas. We really appeciated their professionalism, focus, and knowledge. If you get to know them, they'll even turn you on to where you can get awesome churros!
Contact us
WhatsApp numbers
  • General (507) 6933-2243

  • Maria (507) 6686-6908

  • Ruhan (507) 6896-2979

Office locations
  • Panama City - Galerias Obarrio, Via España, center interior, ground floor

  • Coronado - Coronado Mall, Optima Business Center, Top floor