ROBALINO Enters the Prestigious GAR 100 List as One of the World’s Leading Arbitration Firms

The Standard of Excellence in Ecuadorian International Arbitration, is proud to announce its inclusion in the GAR 100, the definitive ranking published by Global Arbitration Review recognizing the 100 leading international arbitration practices worldwide.

International arbitration stands among the most complex and specialized areas of the law, addressing high‑stakes disputes — many involving corporations and sovereign States — and requiring the participation of firms with global reach and highly specialized teams. For an Ecuadorian firm to be part of this select group is both a milestone for the profession and a recognition of the technical, strategic, and ethical excellence that characterizes our work.

This recognition places ROBALINO among an elite group of firms distinguished for their excellence, consistency, sophistication, and impact in international arbitration, marking a significant milestone for both the firm and the Ecuadorian legal market.

With the largest territorial footprint in Ecuador and a unified arbitration and ADR team, ROBALINO has built a sophisticated platform capable of handling high-stakes investment and commercial disputes, particularly in the energy, oil & gas, mining, infrastructure, and public contracts sectors.

The firm’s arbitration practice is led by Javier Robalino Orellana, head of the arbitration area, together with a cohesive group of internationally trained practitioners: Andrés Donoso, Luis Carlos Fernández, Cristina Viteri, Emilio Aguayo, Romina Sánchez, Hernán Escudero, Jorge Duque, and Bartolomé Vargas. They combine deep local expertise with global procedural standards and have represented some of the world’s largest corporations in landmark disputes, including multi-billion-dollar investment claims and complex UNCITRAL proceedings.

ROBALINO’s inclusion in the GAR 100 further reinforces its standing as Ecuador’s reference firm in international arbitration, complementing its top-tier recognitions by Chambers & Partners, The Legal 500, Leaders League, and Latin Lawyer 250.

“Being recognized by Global Arbitration Review as one of the world’s top 100 arbitration firms validates our long-term commitment to technical excellence, international standards, and a unified team approach in the most complex disputes,” said the firm’s leadership.

ROBALINO continues to advise clients navigating evolving constitutional and regulatory frameworks, offering clear strategic guidance, robust advocacy, and unmatched local insight aligned with global best practices.