Reconocimientos

An observer states: «Bustamante Fabara has an experienced team that has clear experience working with the main multinational and local players in the market.»

Daniel Castelo «knows the local competition legislation very well,» according to a client. Another interviewee also praises Daniel Castelo for «his extensive experience in the field.»

José Rafael Bustamante Crespo»a very good lawyer who boasts a strong relationship with his clients.» Another observer says that «his main strength is his extraordinary ability to reach agreements.»

A client commends Patricia Ponce for her «extensive experience,» as well as her «strong understanding of the complexities of Ecuador’s labour and employment market.» Another interviewee adds: «She oversees the most important matters at the firm.»

Highly regarded partner José Rafael Bustamante Crespo is held in high regard by interviewees for his strong corporate and commercial practice. One interviewee appreciates that «he is able to interpret risk and suggest where we should focus our efforts,» while another observer enthuses: «José Rafael Bustamante Crespo is a very pro-deal lawyer who is business-savvy and can handle high-profile clients.»

Seasoned practitioner Juan Carlos Bustamante is «a prominent lawyer in Ecuador’s corporate arena,» an interviewee enthuses. Juan Carlos Bustamante offers a longstanding practice advising notable local and international clients on complex cross-border transactions.

José Rafael Bustamante Espinosa boasts a longstanding experience advising clients on a wide range of intellectual property mandates including patent and industrial design applications, cancellations and infringement actions. Highlighting his presence in the market, one interviewee reports: «He is behind some of the most important cases in this field.»

‘It is a highly capable team. They take the necessary time to get to know the details of the client’s business and how it works, so that they have the same level of experience as an in-house lawyer, not an external adviser, and they do not just prepare for a specific case. Knowing their clients so well means they can be called upon at any time and in any situation.’

‘A warm and personal service.’

‘ Bustamente Fabara offers prompt, efficient and precise advice.’

‘There is a close link between the main partner and the lawyers in charge of the operational part of the matter. We usually receive immediate answers or in special cases they take a prudent amount of time to solve the issue. Francisco Vacas and Gabriela Diaz stand out.’

‘Teamwork, efficient communication, and extensive knowledge of corporate and tax issues.’

María Fernanda Saá-Jaramillo and her team are excellent.

‘Mariana Villagomez has extensive knowledge and technical ability, and is always available to deal with enquiries and requests.’