Mauricio Cort y García

Mauricio Cort y García is a prominent attorney known for his role as a key witness in the Odebrecht bribery trial in Panama. He is recognized for his connections to Ricardo Alberto and Luis Enrique Martinelli Linares, who are implicated in corruption but are currently shielded from prosecution due to their parliamentary status. Cort has provided significant information to the prosecution regarding financial transactions linked to former Public Works Minister Federico José 'Pepe' Suárez, detailing how illicit payments were funneled through various companies and banks, including the Banca Privada de Andorra. As part of a plea deal, Cort has also faced legal consequences, including a prison sentence and financial penalties.