Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Ecuador
Band 1
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PBP is a dispute resolution powerhouse with a strong team of expert attorneys, the largest in Ecuador, with a remarkable track record including wins for our clients in several of the most high-profile cases in the country and abroad, involving Ecuadorian parties.We operate at the highest ethical and professional standards and obtain business sound results for our clients through powerful strategies, solid legal arguments, persuasive reasoning and a deep knowledge of procedural techniques.
- Administrative Proceedings
- Constitutional Litigation
- Domestic Arbitration
- International Arbitration
- Litigation
- Mediation and Negotiation
Chambers Review
Market-leading firm Pérez Bustamante & Ponce offers a standout disputes practice renowned for its long-standing experience in the Ecuadorian market. The legal team has expert lawyers capable of handling highly sophisticated civil, commercial, and administrative litigation proceedings. The practice group boasts additional expertise in representing clients in high-profile investment arbitration cases. Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has a portfolio of key clients from a wide range of industry sectors, such as energy, consumer goods, and construction.
Work Highlights
- Pérez Bustamante & Ponce represented Qatari conglomerate Gente Oil in a USD80 million UNCITRAL arbitration seated in Chile.
Strengths
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"The sense of urgency with which the dispute resolution team at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce deals with the matters entrusted to it is noteworthy."
"The technical knowledge and the size of the team at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce are both exceptional."
"The sense of urgency with which the dispute resolution team at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce deals with the matters entrusted to it is noteworthy."
"The technical knowledge and the size of the team at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce are both exceptional."
Notable Practitioners
Heavyweight partner and co-head of department Rodrigo Jijón elicits market recognition for his outstanding capabilities in international and local litigation as well as complex arbitration proceedings in Ecuador.
"Rodrigo Jijón is a great lawyer, with a wealth of experience. He is a team player, a great leader, and always a pleasure to work with."
"Rodrigo Jijón is extremely quick to respond. He is personally involved in every decision and learns all the details of each situation, so he can offer a comprehensive and complete response."
Partner and co-head of department Edgar Ulloa-Balladares benefits from solid dispute resolution skills in Ecuador. He demonstrates particular skills in litigation.
"Edgar Ulloa-Balladares is extraordinarily proactive and has exceptional communication and synthesis skills."
Co-head of department Juan Manuel Marchán possesses long-standing experience assisting clients with high-profile investment arbitration mandates in Ecuador.
"Juan Manuel Marchán is very responsive, always ready to assist and make immediate recommendations on matters pertaining to the Ecuadorian legal market."
Up-and-Coming lawyer Patricio Quevedo Vergara receives extensive praise for his notable activity in the dispute resolution arena in Ecuador.
"Patricio Quevedo Vergara is pragmatic and objective. He is a constant support, providing immediate solutions to the legal problems that arise in the most complete way."
Associate-to-watch and director Alegria Jijón gains praise from interviewees for her activity in the dispute resolution space in Ecuador.
"Alegria Jijón gives a feeling of being constantly attended to, with solidity in her judgement. She responds quickly but gets to the bottom of the matter, which helps to leave no loose ends."
Associate Javier Jaramillo Troya stands out and is praised by interviewees for his activity and particular expertise in international cases and litigation in the dispute resolution arena in Ecuador.
"Javier Jaramillo Troya is very responsive to complex and time-sensitive queries, and always has the best attitude to assist as best as possible under the circumstances."
Associate-to-watch and director María Teresa Borja is praised by clients for her strong dispute resolution practice in Ecuador.
"María Teresa Borja is a very proactive and committed lawyer."
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