A strong performer in traditional cross-border and domestic financings, Bustamante Fabara demonstrates notable expertise in secured and unsecured corporate lending and project finance matters. On the capital markets front, the team excels in multijurisdicitonal securitisations and stands out for its strong track record in green, blue, social and sustainable bonds issuances in the Ecuadorian market. Co-head Jesús Beltrán focuses on cross-border finance, capital markets and investment banking deals, while fellow co-leader Diego Ramírez Mesec brings together experience in banking and finance, international trade, and commercial matters. José Rafael Bustamante C. handles secured and unsecured corporate loans; Juan Felipe Bustamante assists with the financing of infrastructure projects; Kirina González shines in corporate finance; and Patricio Santos is singled out for his banking regulatory expertise.

Lexvalor Abogados enjoys a strong reputation in the market for its capital markets expertise. The firm is adept at assisting domestic and international lenders, arrangers and borrowers with the structuring of big-ticket transactions, including corporate bond issues, commercial paper issues, and securitisations. The group is also proficient in fintech mandates, with expertise spanning digital banking, electronic payments, cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies.  Daniela Irigoyen Samaniego routinely advises on investment funds-related matters and is a key contact for banking institutions and multilateral organisations. Margoth Chiriboga handles equity and debt capital markets transactions, while Gabriela Guzmán advises on banking regulations and fintech issues. Other key individuals include Mariela Moreno and María Pia Rivadeneira Mosquera, the latter of whom is a name to note for DCM work.

The team at Pérez Bustamante & Ponce provides a comprehensive banking, finance and insurance-focused service covering traditional financing transactions, mortgage portfolio securitisations, derivates and the local and international issuance of bonds. The group is also well placed to assist lenders with the financing of energy projects. Practice head Bruno Pineda acts for creditors, financiers, debtors, underwriters and sellers in an array of banking, finance, capital markets, regulatory and insurance matters. Juan Francisco Simone plays a key role in big-ticket financing transactions and regulatory mandates concerning the fintech and payments industries. Ricardo Pérez is active in bond issuances and due diligence.

Flor Bustamante Pizarro Hurtado Abogados stands out for its focus on syndicated transactions, project finance, and cross-border deals, acting for a diverse client base that includes financial institutions, sponsors, investment funds, and multilateral organisations. The team, which is also skilled in restructuring and public financing involving sovereign guarantees is led by Mario Alejandro Flor, a notable figure in renewable energy. Alejandro Pérez Arellano and senior associate Alejandra Soriano also provide vital expertise across a wide range of financing transactions.

Robalino’s banking and finance team has a wealth of experience in advising domestic and international clients – both banks and corporates – on cross-border financing transactions. The group handles a combination of syndicated and bilateral secured and unsecured loans, debt restructurings and global bond offerings. Director Carol Riofrio, who acts for large private financial institutions and banks specialising in microcredits, oversees the department, where Martín Pallares is a name to note for cross-border transactions. The group was strengthened by the arrival of former Citibank legal coordinator Rafael Serrano Maldonado in July 2024, who brings over two decades of experience in the financial services market.

Dentons Paz Horowitz handles a host of banking and finance mandates, ranging from corporate finance to project finance in the real estate sector, judicial debt recoveries and banking matters. Gabriel Solís Vinueza, who excels in corporate banking issues, oversees the practice alongside Rocio Cordova, who acts for a diverse roster of banking clients. and María del Mar Hereda is a key contact for European, North American and Asian players.

Heka Law Firm is well placed to assist banking and financial institutions with lending transactions, judicial recoveries and proceedings before the regulator. Santiago Albán often acts for banks, credit unions and banking services companies in regulatory issues, while Andrés Terán advises on the intersection of banking and tech. Daniel Fernández – Salvador is active in project finance, debt restructuring and securities matters, and Mauricio Subía is a key name for financings in the real estate sector.

Established in 2021, boutique firm Rodríguez | Rodríguez focuses on advising clients on trade finance, project finance, syndicated lending and uncommitted revolving credit agreements. Boanerges Rodríguez Freire has over two decades of experience in the Ecuadorian banking and finance sector, enjoying 'an excellent reputation' among local control entities. He jointly oversees the group with Boanerges Rodríguez Velásquez, a key contact for banks and private wealth funds who is noted for his expertise in structured cross-border transactions.