Infrastructure & Projects

"Pérez Bustamante & Ponce is one of the largest firms in Ecuador and they have the experience to understand the business and be able to provide legal advice on each of its challenges and circumstances."

“Pérez Bustamante & Ponce are able to successfully handle complex mandates with a client-driven and solution-oriented approach. They always offer top-notch service and practical advice. We are very impressed with their expertise, dedication, thoroughness and efficiency.”

"They have extensive knowledge of the client’s business and the regulations that affect our operations. We love that it is a diverse and highly specialised team. There are expert lawyers in each practice area advising you and I believe that this is the main added value. You do not have the same partner advising you in all areas, but a true specialty and a lot of sophistication."

The firm has a reputation for being one of the country’s best project finance practices. Its work steering the first PPP concessions awarded under the amended legislation is in part responsible for its recognition in this field. The deals, often worth billions of dollars, are among the country’s biggest infrastructure projects. Foreign developers and lenders alike seek Pérez Bustamante’s advice in a range of project finance deals, including the development of bridges, transport systems, ports, government buildings, hydroelectricity dams and state-sponsored technology hubs.

Only firm in Band 1

What is the team known for? Acclaimed real estate practice that prides itself on having particular experience advising prominent real estate developers and major construction companies. The team is highly sought after to advise on the financing, construction and development of residential and commercial real estate projects. His experience spans land acquisition, lease negotiation, and joint venture agreements. He is also an expert in handling matters related to the application of urban planning regulations, international bidding, and obtaining permits and licenses.

Strengths

One client enthuses: “The whole team demonstrates excellence and professionalism. Any future projects or recommendations will, without a doubt, be accompanied by their advice.” They go on to add: “In my opinion they are a leading firm in the region and they are an ideal hire for any groundbreaking and innovative projects.”

Outstanding department with recognized strength in advising both national and international clients on real estate financing. The team regularly acts as advisor to major real estate developers in the financing and development of construction projects. The firm has additional experience advising clients on long-term leases and joint venture agreements. It has a proven track record of advising clients in relation to concession contracts, construction contracts and international bidding processes.

Strengths

Clients value the firm’s strong capabilities in the area, with one reporting: “They are very responsive and helpful. They are our go-to counsel in Ecuador when it comes to construction and real estate matters.”

Pérez Bustamante & Ponce fields a team of experienced lawyers, who are regularly involved in significant transactions, project finance, and public projects.

What the team is known for?

Front-running real estate team frequently handling PPPs, construction contracts, and international bidding processes for multinational clients. Advises key domestic and international companies on asset transfers, land acquisitions and regulatory compliance mandates. Experienced in operating within the transportation, conservation, hospitality and pharmaceutical sectors.

Strengths

Clients enthuse over the team’s broad expertise, stating: “Their lawyers boast the knowledge and experience to assist us for many years to come – there’s just an all-round coverage which we really appreciate.”

They also praise the firm’s client focus, commenting: “They offer an excellent service, and are always available for our requests”.

Very well regarded by clients for its ‘high quality advice’, Pérez Bustamante & Ponce’s team acts on all aspects of real estate work but also stands out for its participation in the first two projects under the newly enacted PPP law.

The firm has cemented its reputation for having one of Ecuador’s best project finance practices by steering the first public–private partnership (PPP) concessions awarded under recently amended legislation. The deals, which tend to be worth billions of dollars, are among the country’s biggest infrastructure projects. The firm often advises foreign developers and lenders in a range of project finance deals, including the development of bridges, government buildings, hydroelectric dams and state-sponsored technology hubs.