Department profile
Morales & Asociados

Public Law

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador


Morales & Asociados

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About

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Morales y Asociados (M&A) leverages decades of unparalleled experience in the public sector to offer a comprehensive, strategic approach to public law. At the heart of M&A’s Public Law Department is a commitment to guiding clients through the intricate and often challenging landscape of constitutional and administrative law. This department is distinguished by its ability to not only interpret the law but to anticipate the potential impacts of public sector decisions on private enterprises.

M&A’s Public Law team excels in providing targeted advice and robust representation in the highest courts, ensuring that clients' interests are safeguarded against the complexities of Ecuador’s legal and regulatory environment. The team’s deep-rooted understanding of the intersection between public policies and private sector interests allows them to craft tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of their clients.

By maintaining close ties with regulatory bodies and staying ahead of legislative developments, the Public Law Department ensures that its clients are always well-positioned to navigate changes and mitigate risks. M&A’s proactive approach, combined with their comprehensive legal knowledge, makes them an invaluable partner for businesses operating within Ecuador’s dynamic public law framework.

Industries (12)

  • Agribusiness
  • Consumer Markets & Retail
  • Energy and Natural Resources
  • Finacial Institutions
  • Industries
  • Investments
  • Government Procurement
  • Real Estate
  • Family Enterprises
  • Corporate Consulting
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Social Pro bono

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Public Law - Ecuador

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Morales & Asociados has a noteworthy public law practice group in Ecuador with significant expertise in administrative law, constitutional law and public policies. The legal department is regularly retained by clients to assist with litigation proceedings in the highest judicial instances in Ecuador, such as the National Court of Justice and the Constitutional Court. Morales & Asociados also has extensive experience advising clients on public service projects and public-private partnerships.

Work Highlights

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  • Morales & Asociados represented CONSORCIO BIGDIG in its disputes with Quito’s Metropolitan Public Drinking Water and Sanitation Company regarding the 24 de Mayo water collector project, which included constitutional litigation.

Strengths

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  • Morales & Asociados is persuasive and provides continuous accompaniment.

    Public Law respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Marco Morales Tobar
    Band 3Marco Morales Tobar

    Marco Morales Tobar

    Marco Morales is adept at assisting clients in Ecuador with local administrative proceedings and public procurement matters.
    • Marco Morales Tobar knows the market perfectly, which helps a lot in decision-making for companies new to the country.

      Public Law respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Pablo Morales Andrade
    Band 3Pablo Morales Andrade

    Pablo Morales Andrade

    Partner Pablo Morales Andrade continues to be recognised by market commentators in Ecuador, especially for his expertise in the public sector.

    • Pablo Morales Andrade provides excellent interaction with the client, with very quick responses and constant transparency.

      Public Law respondentLatin America

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Ecuador

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