ARIFA partner Javier Yap Endara was ranked Corporate / M&A  Up and Coming in Panama by Chambers Global Guide 2026.

An Up and Coming ranking is given to those who are driving their firm's growth. Often the unsung heroes of the most complex cases and biggest deals, they are the future of the law firms.

"Javier Yap Endara is the most empathetic corporate lawyer I know, with a strong ability to turn business needs into creative legal solutions. He’s quick, helpful and highly intelligent." - Global Chambers 2026

"Javier Yap Endara has deep legal knowledge and the ability to find solutions and understand problems. He is an available lawyer and it is nice to work with him."  -Global Chambers 2025

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