Amparo: Lisa filed second amparo against judge’s inaction

On March 24, 2025, Lisa, S.A. filed a second constitutional amparo against the Eleventh Civil Circuit Judge of Panama for continued inaction in enforcing Auto No. 2567, which ordered Villamorey, S.A. to pay $51,643,208.80 in unpaid dividends. Lisa argues that the judge’s refusal to proceed with the embargo, despite an appeal granted only in devolutive effect, constitutes a clear violation of due process and judicial equality under Articles 17 and 32 of the Panamanian Constitution.

The filing highlights that more than two years have passed since the appeal without progress in the enforcement proceeding. Lisa denounces that this inaction has shielded Villamorey from compliance and caused serious financial harm. The motion requests immediate judicial action to resume the process, enforce the embargo, and impose sanctions if delays persist. The amparo is supported by constitutional provisions, the Panamanian Judicial Code, and the American Convention on Human Rights.