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ECIJA

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Ecuador

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Energy and natural resources

ECIJA is noted for having ‘a recognised track record in the hydrocarbon industry’ and has been involved in some of the country’s biggest hydrocarbon projects over the last decade. Beyond hydrocarbons, the group displays a ’broad knowledge of energy and natural resources laws‘, with clients including large state-owned and private companies both in Ecuador and overseas. Gonzalo González, Bayardo Poveda, hydrocarbon sector expert and senior associate Gustavo Arrobo, and Álvaro Ordoñez are key figures in the team, the latter of whom ’has extensive experience in the energy, electricity and mining sectors’ and leads the mining group at the firm. González has acted in significant work such as electric sectors throughout the region, and has advised on the execution of contracts, and experienced energy sector lawyer Poveda is an M&A expert, often working on public-private partnerships and cross-border acquisitions in the energy sector.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'I think a very notable point is their knowledge of the relevant laws. I always heard them as very accurate in their knowledge and interpretation. I was also impressed by their cordial and ethical attitude. I especially mention attorneys Gonzalo González, Alvaro Ordóñez, and Gustavo Arrobo.'
  • 'Gonzalo González's leadership as head of the firm and his extensive experience with more than 40 years of practice place him as one of the leading experts in the hydrocarbon industry in the country and the region, always serving as a source of advice for local companies and international business groups seeking to invest in Ecuador.'

Key clients

  • Franco Nevada Corporation
  • Pampa Energia

Work highlights

Advised Franco Nevada Corporation and TORYS on one of the largest mining transactions in Ecuador in recent years.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Bayardo Poveda
Bayardo Poveda
Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Gustavo Arrobo
Gustavo Arrobo
Practice head

Gonzalo González; Bayardo Poveda; Gustavo Arrobo; Alvaro Ordóñez