Advise our clients from the preliminary stages of investment in Ecuador to maximize the benefits, incentives and preferential treatment available under Ecuadorian law for alternative energy such as solar, geothermal, wind, hydroelectric and wave power.
Advise on and assist with obtaining operating licenses and permits and represent our clients in processes with energy regulators and other authorities.
Advise on environmental legislation and informing local communities of energy projects.
Advise overseers or constructors on construction activities for energy infrastructure works in Ecuador.
In conjunction with our outstanding dispute resolution team, advise and represent our clients in energy mediation, litigation or arbitration proceedings.
Chambers Latin America 2026
"Pérez Bustamante & Ponce are very experienced in mining issues. We have full trust in their judgement and see them as strategic allies. We also appreciate the timely responses and proactive attitude."
Latin Lawyer 250 2026
"This dynamic practice group has long been a formidable presence in Ecuador’s energy sector. The firm is heavily involved when it comes to transactions within the country’s expanding oil and gas sectors, while also serving numerous renewable energy clients. International clients frequently retain the firm's lawyers for cross-border M&A work."
Legal500 2026
"The group has a broad range of environmental regulatory knowledge, while more broadly, it handles regulatory, commercial and environmental matters related to hydrocarbons, electricity and mining, as well as in the renewables sector."
Chambers Latin America 2025
"Pérez Bustamante & Ponce cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth, ensuring that their team remains at the forefront of legal developments in the energy and natural resources sector."
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