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Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador


Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado

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Provided by Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado

The Banking and Finance Department of Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado (FBPH) stands as a top-tier practice in syndicated operations, project finance, and corporate finance transactions. Our team has extensive experience in cross-border transactions and the representation of international financial entities, as well as advising sponsors and global investors.

FBPH has played a key role in some of the most significant project finance transactions in the region, offering comprehensive legal counsel in financing operations for both public and private entities.

FBPH expertise spans advising international and local financial institutions, investment funds, multilateral organizations, sponsors, and collateral agents. This diverse client base has allowed FBPH’s attorneys to develop a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in project finance dynamics.

The Firm's banking and financial department has positioned itself as one of the most respected and award-winning in the country. We have advised on the structuring and financing of projects for more than 1.5 billion granted to Ecuadorian private companies, in syndicated transactions with various private and public financial institutions, during the past 3 years.

Industries (1)

  • Energy, Oil & Gas, Mining, Infrastructure and Transportation

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Ecuador

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado has an emerging practice in Ecuador with standout capabilities in project finance mandates, particularly in the mining and renewable energy spaces. The legal department is frequently hired by multilateral lenders investing in Ecuadorian infrastructure projects and mining developments. Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado is also retained to assist with syndicated loans, corporate financing and debt refinancing mandates.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado acted as local counsel to Worldbusiness Capital on the financing granted to Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito 23 de Julio, for small and mid-size enterprises owned by women.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • We value Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado's knowledge of the banking sector and the applicable regulations, and their experience. They are always available and willing to attend to any concern.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Mario Alejandro Flor
    Band 1Mario Alejandro Flor

    Mario Alejandro Flor

    Standout partner Mario Alejandro Flor is commended by clients and peers alike for his noteworthy career in the Ecuadorian banking and finance field. He has over two decades' experience advising clients on a wide range of financing transactions, especially in the infrastructure arena.

    • Mario Flor is an excellent professional. In financing in Ecuador, he is the lawyer with the most local experience, and it shows in each of his operations. Working with Mario is a real luxury.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
    • Mario Alejandro Flor is a very experienced lawyer in financing and projects. He is very friendly and is able to understand our needs and give quick and effective responses.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado (1)

Ecuador

Members

Provided by Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado

  • Agustin Hurtado

  • Maria Fernanda Mencias

  • Claudia Bustamante

  • Jose Cisneros

  • Alejandro Pérez

  • Alejandra Soriano

  • Juan Carlos Herrera

  • Mario Alejandro Flor

    Head of Department

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