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Pérez Bustamante & Ponce

Dispute Resolution

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador

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Pérez Bustamante & Ponce

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PBP is a dispute resolution powerhouse with a strong team of expert attorneys, the largest in Ecuador, with a remarkable track record including wins for our clients in several of the most high-profile cases in the country and abroad, involving Ecuadorian parties.​We operate at the highest ethical and professional standards and obtain business sound results for our clients through powerful strategies, solid legal arguments, persuasive reasoning and a deep knowledge of procedural techniques.


Our services include:
  • Administrative Proceedings
  • Constitutional Litigation
  • Domestic Arbitration
  • International Arbitration
  • Litigation
  • Mediation and Negotiation

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Dispute Resolution - Ecuador

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Market-leading firm PBP Pérez Bustamante & Ponce offers a standout disputes practice renowned for its longstanding experience in the Ecuadorian market. The legal team has expert lawyers capable of handling highly sophisticated civil, commercial and administrative litigation proceedings. The practice group boasts additional expertise in representing clients in high-profile investment arbitration cases. Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has a portfolio of key clients from a wide range of industry sectors, such as energy, consumer goods and construction.

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Work Highlights

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  • PBP Pérez Bustamante & Ponce represented OTECEL, a concessionaire of the Ecuadorian state in the provision of telecommunications services, in multiple arbitral proceedings against ARCOTEL, the regulatory body in this sector.

Strengths

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  • PBP Pérez Bustamante & Ponce counts on highly trained professionals who show an outstanding performance, without forgetting their human quality.

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  • PBP Pérez Bustamante & Ponce offers exceptional service. Its team is highly qualified, and partners lead matters with deep experience and strong problem-solving skills.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rodrigo Jijón
    Rodrigo Jijón

    Rodrigo Jijón

    Heavyweight partner and co-head of department Rodrigo Jijón elicits market recognition for his outstanding capabilities in international and local litigation as well as complex arbitration proceedings in Ecuador.

    • Rodrigo Jijón's knowledge of Ecuadorian civil and procedural legislation is excellent, and his answers to our doubts are very detailed.

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    • Rodrigo Jijón is knowledgeable and able to craft rapid response strategies to resolve client issues.

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  • Edgar Ulloa-Balladares
    Edgar Ulloa-Balladares

    Edgar Ulloa-Balladares

    Partner and co-head of department Edgar Ulloa-Balladares benefits from solid dispute resolution skills in Ecuador. He demonstrates particular skills in litigation.

    • Edgar Ulloa-Balladares has excellent understanding of his clients and their needs, which builds trust and strengthens our working relationship.

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  • Juan Manuel Marchán
    Juan Manuel Marchán

    Juan Manuel Marchán

    Co-head of department Juan Manuel Marchán possesses longstanding experience assisting clients with high-profile investment arbitration mandates in Ecuador.

    • Juan Manuel Marchán is an excellent lawyer who is highly committed to his work and clients. He has a deep understanding of complex legal issues and a refined approach to problem-solving.

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  • Javier Jaramillo Troya
    Javier Jaramillo Troya

    Javier Jaramillo Troya

    Partner Javier Jaramillo Troya stands out and is praised by interviewees for his activity and particular expertise in international cases and litigation in the dispute resolution arena in Ecuador.

    • Javier Jaramillo Troya has detailed knowledge and excellent handling of the legal strategy in highly complex cases.

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  • Patricio Quevedo Vergara
    Patricio Quevedo Vergara

    Patricio Quevedo Vergara

    Up-and-coming lawyer Patricio Quevedo Vergara receives client and market endorsement for his notable activity in the dispute resolution arena in Ecuador.

    • Patricio Quevedo Vergara does solid work. He’s knowledgeable in his area of specialisation and shows strong skills in managing litigation effectively.

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  • Alegria Jijón
    Alegria Jijón

    Alegria Jijón

    Associate-to-watch and director Alegria Jijón gains praise from interviewees for her activity in the dispute resolution space in Ecuador.

    • Alegria Jijón is an outstanding litigator who thinks outside the box and comes up with great procedural solutions.

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  • María Teresa Borja
    María Teresa Borja

    María Teresa Borja

    Associate-to-watch and director María Teresa Borja is praised by clients for her strong dispute resolution practice in Ecuador.

    • María Teresa Borja is an impeccable professional. We have confidence in her strategy choices.

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