Mergers and Acquisitions

“Pérez Bustamante & Ponce's team is extremely responsive. It is a top-notch firm with respect to the service they provide.”

"It is a team that is very present and available. They provided quality advice in the framework of a transaction that involved several jurisdictions. They stand out for their prompt responses and the ability to provide useful and practical solutions."

Pérez Bustamante is well regarded in Ecuador’s M&A market. The team is also active in multi-jurisdictional transactions in areas such as power generation, telecoms and retail.

The Only firm in Band 1

Market-leading full-service powerhouse with a renowned corporate practice group. Strong bench of recognised practitioners is noted for assisting leading local and international clients with cross-border transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, share purchase agreements and divestitures. Boasts additional expertise advising on complex corporate restructuring, as well as assisting start-ups and major multinationals with their incorporations in the country.

Strengths

The firm comes highly recommended by clients, with one reporting: “The team clearly has strong experience advising clients on complex corporate and transactional matters,” adding that “the team is comprised of an extraordinary group of lawyers with superb standards and precise, business-oriented advice.” Another interviewee praises the firm for providing “a top-tier service,” while they also note that “the firm’s service has, without a doubt, been one of the best I have received across Latin America.”

“Market-leading full-service firm boasting a stellar corporate advisory and transactional practice. Regularly called upon to assist with high-profile M&A transactions of a cross-border nature. 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.”

“Heavyweight practice at the forefront of the market with expertise spanning domestic and cross-border corporate finance transactions, including M&A and divestitures, as well as the purchase and disposal of minority equity stakes. Team is also 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.””

“‘Go to’, ‘top-notch’ and ‘an undoubted first choice for the Ecuadorian market’ Pérez Bustamante & Ponce’s reputation precedes it and the firm is certainly at the forefront of legal service provision in the country.”

“‘Very professional’, the ‘outstanding’ department at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has a considerable share of the market, profound experience in cross-border transactions and is noted for its US-trained partners.”

“Highly distinguished team offering counsel to domestic and international clients on a wide range of corporate issues, including cross-border M&A. Further expertise includes banking and finance and merger control matters. Particularly active representing clients from the insurance, telecoms and pharmaceutical sectors.”

The team is often praised by clients for its responsiveness and efficiency, as one source notes: “I value PBP a lot because they provide an excellent service. They have always been very constructive and prompt with their advice.”

Another client adds: “I have the best impression of the firm. They are very professional with their service; they stand out for their quality, specialisation and swiftness of response.”