Department profile
ROBALINO

Energy & Natural Resources

Latin America Guide 2026 : Ecuador


ROBALINO

Rankings

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Energy & Natural Resources - Ecuador

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

ROBALINO is a law firm with particular expertise in advising on public bidding processes in the Ecuadorian oil and gas arena. The legal team is experienced in negotiating service contracts with the state, assisting with project finance and handling day-to-day commercial and environmental regulatory matters, including permitting. ROBALINO is also well placed to advise on the construction of power generation and mining projects.

Work Highlights

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  • ROBALINO was retained by PCR to provide day-to-day advice and support on its exploration and oil production activities.

Strengths

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  • ROBALINO keep up to date with the legal details of the energy environment. They are proactive and reliable.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Andrés Donoso
    Band 3Andrés Donoso

    Andrés Donoso

    Active partner Andrés Donoso enters the ranking table for his involvement in the energy and natural resources matters in Ecuador. He is highlighted by market commentators for his oil and gas knowledge.

    • Andrés Donoso is an excellent lawyer with vast knowledge and an analytical and strategic outlook.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Javier Robalino-Orellana
    Band 3Javier Robalino-Orellana

    Javier Robalino-Orellana

    Skilled partner Javier Robalino-Orellana comes highly recommended by the Ecuadorian market for his role in the energy and natural resources area,  negotiating concession agreements and assisting with regulatory matters.

Ranked Individuals at ROBALINO (2)

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