Cevallos Casals Balseca & Bilbao Abogados excels in advising clients on investment strategies, as well as operational and restructuring issues stemming from either leaving the Ecuadorian market or entering it. Carlos Julio Balseca Avila leads the team and is able to adeptly advise on corporate planning, restructuring and M&A. Maria José Terán is another name to note, especially for providing corporate law and day-to-day commercial advice to clients such as manufacturers on running their operations in Ecuador.
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- 'One of the firm's strengths is its precision and efficiency in merger processes, crucial in an area that requires great detail and attention. Its professionalism has made a difference in our practice. Its detailed and organised approach and ability to meet established deadlines are a plus.'
- 'Their personalised attention, meeting specified deadlines. Their team of professionals has a comprehensive view of each business situation, allowing them to generate agile and well-structured solutions. I'd highlight Daniela Cevallos.'
Key clients
- Brandlive
- Inhisa Hidraulica
- Locucer
- Bain Medical Ecuador
- Laboratorio Lasa Guijarro
- Barentz Ecuador
Work highlights
Advised Brandlive on its corporate obligations, consumer protection and contracting of technological services.
Advised Inhisa Hidraulica on restructuring from a branch to an Ecuadorian company and increasing its capital and operations in Ecuador.
Advised Locucer on its exit strategy from the Ecuadorian market.
Practice head
Carlos Julio Balseca Avila