About

Provided by Pérez Bustamante & Ponce

PBP is Ecuador’s leading firm for the management of energy projects in this country. Our team of attorneys and financial experts has extensive knowledge and experience in:

  • Oil & Gas
  • Mining
  • Electricity & Renewable Energy



Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources - Ecuador

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pérez Bustamante & Ponce has an outstanding energy and natural resources practice in Ecuador, boasting an enviable roster of domestic and international clients. The legal team advises on a wide range of corporate and regulatory issues within the oil and gas and mining sectors, including acquisitions, joint ventures and concession agreements. The energy and natural resources lawyers have particular expertise in public and private bids relating to energy generation projects.

Work Highlights

  • Pérez Bustamante & Ponce advised Petrolia Ecuador on the negotiation and execution of two agreements with the Ministry of Energy and Mines in relation to service exploration and production contracts.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Francisco Roldán-Cobo
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Francisco Roldán-Cobo
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Senior Statespeople

Senior statesperson and co-head of department Francisco Roldán-Cobo is renowned in the Ecuadorian market for his extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. He is involved in key projects in the field for a significant international and national clientele.

Francisco Roldán-Cobo is one of the professionals who knows the most about the area of oil and gas in Ecuador.

Jaime Zaldumbide
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Jaime Zaldumbide
2
Band 2
Partner and co-head of department Jaime Zaldumbide is highly knowledgeable about the exploration and exploitation of natural resources and the development of alternative energy projects in Ecuador.

Jaime is extremely knowledgeable about mining in Ecuador. He is sensible and balanced in his recommendations, so I have full trust in his work. He is close to the customer, becoming part of the team.

Sebastian Cortez
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Sebastian Cortez
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Band 3

Dynamic partner Sebastian Cortez continues to receive high praise for his work in the oil and power sectors in Ecuador.

Sebastian Cortez is a professional with excellent knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Estefania Lopez
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Estefania Lopez
U
Up and Coming

Partner Estefania Lopez garners client recognition for her activity in Ecuador's energy and natural resources sector.

Estefania Lopez has excellent knowledge and is an expert in the electricity sector.

María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez
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María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez
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Up and Coming
Up-and-coming lawyer María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez benefits from solid legal capabilities in Ecuador's mining, energy, and oil and gas sectors.

María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez's experience, coupled with clear and proactive communication, has been instrumental in building trust and ensuring strong results.

Ranked Lawyers at
Pérez Bustamante & Ponce

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Ecuador

Energy & Natural Resources

Francisco Roldán-Cobo
S
Francisco Roldán-Cobo
S
Senior Statespeople
Jaime Zaldumbide
2
Jaime Zaldumbide
2
Band 2
Sebastian Cortez
3
Sebastian Cortez
3
Band 3
Estefania Lopez
U
Estefania Lopez
U
Up and Coming
María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez
U
María Isabel Aillón-Vásconez
U
Up and Coming