The legal representatives for attorney Odila Castillo Bonilla released a strong declaration on October 1st, firmly denying the claims that have been circulating in several Panamanian newspapers.
The defense described these reports as deliberate assaults, motivated by individual financial motives and aimed at tarnishing Castillo’s professional standing and personal integrity.
Castillo’s legal team contends absence of basis and infringement of rights
Carlos Carrillo, a representative of Castillo’s legal group, asserted that the claims lack merit and are intended to hinder the careers of the young lawyer and her associate. He highlighted that lurking behind these assaults are hidden financial motives looking to benefit from Castillo’s tarnished reputation.
The defense underscored that this is not the first instance of media harassment that the attorney has encountered. They recalled a similar incident in 2021, when a Panamanian media published inaccurate information regarding an alleged arrest of Castillo, which was subsequently disavowed.
Partial truths and violation of confidentiality
The legal team stated that both the recent accusations and those from 2021 are based on «partial truths,» distorted to jeopardize the professional practice of attorney Odila Castillo. They further claimed that the shared information breaches confidentiality principles, as some aspects of the inquiry stem from a previously resolved family issue.
Confidential information, such as migration records and tax returns, was also revealed—data that, according to the defense, was acquired through illegal means.
Unlawful monitoring and active legal proceedings
The defense revealed that Castillo has been the target of GPS tracking, which represents a blatant infringement of her privacy and constitutes illegal surveillance. Carrillo stated that his client’s essential rights, as safeguarded by the Panamanian Constitution and relevant laws, have been breached.
He announced that all necessary legal actions will be initiated to ascertain liability for the damages incurred and those that are intended to be inflicted. The legal team is resolute in its commitment to defend Castillo and to hold accountable those responsible for this smear campaign.