Latin America Guide 2027 : Ecuador
Ranked Individuals
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For our team, every dispute calls for more than a legal response. It requires sound judgment, a clear strategy, and a deep understanding of what is at stake for the client.
We approach each matter with a simple objective: to identify the most effective path to protect and advance our clients’ interests. We begin by thoroughly assessing the dispute and determining whether the best outcome can be achieved through negotiation, mediation, or other forms of consensual resolution. When litigation or arbitration is necessary, we pursue it with rigor, determination, and a strategy tailored to the client’s objectives.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together highly skilled lawyers with experience across different areas of law, allowing us to approach complex disputes from multiple perspectives.
Our litigation team combines legal expertise with a practical and business-minded approach. We understand that disputes can demand significant time, attention, and resources, which is why we focus on efficient solutions, clear advice, and decisive action at every stage.
Honesty, respect, and a strong commitment to justice guide the way we practice. Our clients rely on us not only to defend their position, but to help them make the right decisions when the stakes are highest. Let us be your ally.
TEAM
Partner: MarÃa Rosa Fabara Vera
Director: Fráncisco Dávila Caicedo
Associates: Paula MesÃas Vela, Paula Zambrano
Assistant: Valentina Villavicencio
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BUSTAMANTE FABARA is a full-service law firm recognised for its well-regarded dispute resolution practice in Ecuador. The team regularly represents clients in arbitration, litigation, civil proceedings and mediation, offering broad expertise across contentious matters. BUSTAMANTE FABARA's client base spans a range of industries, including insurance, pharmaceuticals and retail.
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BUSTAMANTE FABARA represented Generali Ecuador CompañÃa de Seguros in a USD100 million civil claim regarding a contractor’s all-risks policy for the Quito Metro project.
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BUSTAMANTE FABARA demonstrates in-depth knowledge of dispute resolution and applicable regulations, with solid design and implementation of legal strategies. The firm is highly active in commercial litigation and keeps clients promptly informed.
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Skilled partner MarÃa Rosa Fabara Vera enters the rankings this year on the back of notable activity in Ecuador's dispute resolution arena. She is particularly recognised for her involvement in civil liability disputes and commercial arbitration proceedings.
MarÃa Rosa Fabara Vera is a highly recognised professional who possesses very strong negotiation skills and is extremely respectful towards her clients.
Associate-to-watch Francisco Dávila Caicedo receives effusive client praise for his litigation skills in the Ecuadorian dispute resolution sphere.
Francisco Dávila Caicedo is recognised for his ability to litigate in complex and sophisticated arbitrations, conveying clear and technical ideas and providing very timely responses.
Dispute Resolution
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