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BUSTAMANTE FABARA

Energy & Natural Resources

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador

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TEAM

Partners: Rafael Valdivieso, Juan Carlos Bustamante

Directors: Gustavo Almeida, Bruno Pesantes

Associates: Andrés Alarcón, Indira Mendía, Daniela Coral

For several years the team has been advising several multinational companies in the oil, mining and energy fields, meeting their legal needs before the respective regulatory bodies and defend their interests against public and private interference. The team carries out a detailed monitoring of the business possibilities, new projects, privatizations, etc., that may arise throughout the liberalization process that these sectors live today in Ecuador, and keep its clients permanently informed about their development.

Specialized services in these areas include advice on the following aspects:

  • Obtaining licenses, permits and concessions.
  • Public and private contracting.
  • Participation in pre-contractual and contractual processes.
  • Tax and fiscal implications.
  • Applications of legal and regulatory norms.
  • Negotiation with the respective authorities.
  • Acquisition of oil and mining rights.
  • Environmental law.
  • Constitution of consortiums, temporary unions or “Joint Ventures”.

Clients (11)

  • Gran Tierra Energy
  • Frontera Energy
  • Solaris Resources Inc.
  • Consorcio San Jacinto
  • World Kinetic Energy Services
  • SEMAICA
  • Enap Sipec
  • Amara NZero
  • Orion Energy
  • Minera Cumbaratza
  • Jiangxi Copper Group

Industries (4)

  • Mining
  • Oil & Gas
  • Environmental
  • Construction

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Energy & Natural Resources - Ecuador

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

BUSTAMANTE FABARA has a noteworthy practice group in Ecuador with strong expertise in transactions within the energy field. The legal team is especially active in the renewable energy sphere, assisting providers with public and private bidding processes and compliance. The energy and natural resources lawyers regularly advise clients on joint venture agreements. BUSTAMANTE FABARA also boasts further expertise in the oil and gas arena, representing clients in pipeline construction and concession agreements.

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Work Highlights

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  • BUSTAMANTE FABARA advised Primax on the acquisition of Terpel, including its 107 fuel service stations.

Strengths

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  • In addition to BUSTAMANTE FABARA's permanent availability, the team has in-depth knowledge of the law and how the energy industry operates. This allows them to go beyond simple legal advice.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Juan Carlos Bustamante
    Juan Carlos Bustamante

    Juan Carlos Bustamante

    Senior statesperson Juan Carlos Bustamante garners praise from interviewees due to his long-standing experience in the Ecuadorian energy and natural resources industry. He is especially renowned for his solid track record of oil and gas mandates for international clients.
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  • Rafael Valdivieso
    Rafael Valdivieso

    Rafael Valdivieso

    Knowledgeable attorney Rafael Valdivieso remains active in Ecuador, structuring oil and mining projects.

    • Rafael Valdivieso has a very good legal judgement, alongside national and international knowledge of the mining industry. He provides timely and regular communication.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
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  • Bruno Pesantes
    Bruno Pesantes

    Bruno Pesantes

    Associate-to-watch Bruno Pesantes joins the ranking table, having garnered client praise for his support in their energy and natural resources work.

    • Bruno Pesantes has good legal knowledge and agile management of cases. His timely responses allow for clear decision-making.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
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