Optimize financing structures within and outside the Ecuadorian banking system and securities market.
Advise on implementing finance and insurance products.
Guide financial institutions, insurance companies and issuers through their dealings with local regulatory authorities.
Advise on insurance program design.
Represent financial institutions and insurance companies before local courts and administrative authorities.
Give well-grounded advice in connection with Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism in Ecuador.
Chambers Latin America 2025
"Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has knowledgeable lawyers who are well prepared and highly experienced in the banking and finance field in Ecuador. They provide fast and accurate responses."
Chambers Latin America 2024
“Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has a deep understanding of the digital banking and fintech industry, and they are very clear when communicating complex regulations and political context.”
The Legal 500, 2024
"In my opinion they have the most complete team in the country. Experts in all possible areas, which means that any requirement is fulfilled in the most efficient way."
Latin Lawyer 250 2024
Much like its esteemed corporate and M&A practice group, Pérez Bustamante’s banking and finance team advises on major transactions in Ecuador. Led by a group of talented partners, they have a particularly good client base on the lender side. Development agencies and multilateral and commercial banks are all return clients, making this practice a significant source of revenue for the firm.
Chambers Latin America 2022
The only firm in Band 1
“Market-leading banking and finance department within a powerhouse full-service firm.”
The Legal 500, 2021
Pérez Bustamante & Ponce remains one of the strongest firms in Ecuador for banking and finance work, with a client list that includes several major international banks and foreign investors, as well as many of the largest domestic players.
Chambers Latin America 2021
The only firm in Band 1
Market-leading banking and finance department within a powerhouse full-service firm. Team stands out in the market for its prowess handling high-value syndicated loan transactions, particularly for institutional lenders. Regularly advises clients on the financing of major infrastructure projects. Also offers significant expertise assisting with IPOs and sovereign bond issuances. Client roster includes a number of multilateral organisations, alongside major investment banks.
Strengths
One client appreciates that “the team offers a top-tier service in the area with a versatile, creative and innovative approach.” Another interviewee enthuses: “They are very sophisticated in cross-border financing and always look to analyse novel issues and provide practical solutions to these problems.” They go on to describe them as “our go-to firm in the area.”
Chambers Latin America 2020
“Market-leading full-service firm boasting a stellar corporate advisory and transactional practice.”
“Possesses particular expertise advising private and multilateral banks on the structuring of a range of loan agreements. Advises an impressive client roster of international and national clients from a variety of industries, including manufacturing, shipping and insurance. ”
Strengths
Clients are quick to show their enthusiasm for the firm’s service, highlighting: “We love working with them and believe they are definitely the top choice in Ecuador, they are a very reliable firm,” adding that “they provide quick responses with deep and thorough analysis.”
Other clients say: “They are very client-focused and very co-ordinated. The whole team knew what the end goal was and how to get there, without any sidetracking,” further complimenting: “They have international clients and you can see that reflected in their advice. They understand what is important to a foreign-based company.”
Legal 500 2019
Pérez Bustamante & Ponce’s ‘highly responsive’ and ‘professional’ ten-strong team has notable experience handling high-value transactions across a wide range of sectors, including energy, natural resources and insurance, as well as advising on regulatory and compliance issues.
Chambers Latin America 2019
“Heavyweight practice at the forefront of the market with expertise spanning domestic and cross-border corporate finance transactions.” “Team is particularly strong in banking and insurance mandates. Represents a diverse roster of local and international clients in the automotive, banking and finance and technology sectors.”
“Clients characterise the team as “outstanding, client-focused, strategic problem-solvers” able to deal with complex transactional issues.”
“They further highlight their capability in handling international work, observing: “They really stand out as a one-stop shop because not only are they very good locally, but they’ve also been very helpful in working internationally.””
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