CorralRosales represents a mix of local and international entities in a wide range of disputes at all levels of the judicial system. A go-to destination for construction disputes, the team is proficient in local and international arbitration proceedings, as well as civil, commercial and administrative litigation. Practice head Santiago Palacios handles high-stakes disputes in the financial services, insurance, energy, real estate and environment spaces. The firm’s dispute resolution offering was strengthened in September 2024 by the addition of former Bustamante Fabara partner Hugo García Larriva to lead the arbitration practice. Other individuals to note include: Xavier Rosales, whose areas of expertise cover domestic and international arbitration, as well as dispute board proceedings under ICC rules; Francisco Rosales, a seasoned arbitrator; and senior associates Mateo Zavala, who focuses on litigation involving civil, administrative, constitutional and employment law, and Carla Cepeda, who also joined from Bustamante Fabara in September 2024, and has notable strengths in disputes in the construction, energy and telecoms sectors.
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‘Extensive experience in international arbitrations.’
‘The firm is good, they assist us with queries and carry out administrative and judicial processes that have allowed our company to act efficiently and take manageable risks depending on the scenario that arises.'
‘Good management, availability of schedules and willingness to handle any emergency that happens.'
‘Technical and commercial excellence. They are always willing to get involved in the client's needs. They always give legal advice in the face of market challenges and based on commercial sensitivity.'
‘Technical solvency, excellence in substance and form, knowledge of regulations and laws, permanent availability, sensitivity to the client's business.'
Key clients
- Banco Pichincha
- Consorcio Petrolero Bloque 16 y Tivacuno
- BMI Igualas Médicas
- Nestlé
- Pan American Life de Ecuador Seguros de Vida
- Grünenthal
- Indra Sistemas
- Acciona Construcción
- Notary First of Quito
- Consorcio Línea 1 Metro de Quito
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Carla Cepeda
Mateo Zavala
Practice head
Santiago Palacios