ECIJA‘s real estate mandates include residential projects and urban redevelopment projects, where it acts for both local and foreign investors looking for significant stakes in real estate projects, as well as international developers. Genesis Bermeo and Nicolás Romero lead the team alongside Ingrid Rodríguez, who is noted for her expertise in structuring foreign investment into real estate in Ecuador. Byron Sotomayor is relied upon by clients for real estate transactions, particularly the acquisition of urban property in industrial locations in the country.
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Testimonials
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- 'Personable service.'
‘Ingrid Rodríguez is a consummate professional with deep expertise in real estate and structuring foreign investment. Her attention to detail and commitment have been invaluable in navigating the complexities of the Ecuadorian market, playing a key role in our success.’
‘What makes it unique is that it provides support and solutions to clients living abroad. Their strong point is the customer service they provided regardless of the schedule, distance, and the needs that arose daily.'
‘Highly trained and intelligent lawyers. They are very professional. Génesis Bermeo was always attentive and provided solutions to any problem that arose.'
Key clients
- Cestia
- MKM Importaciones
- Industrial Park Trust
- Municipality Of Guayaquil
- Majimexport
- Promotora D´Altura
- Mosada
- Camaronera San José C.
Work highlights
Advised Industrial Park Trust on creating a fiduciary structure to acquire 50 hectares of land via public auction, subsequently contributing to a trust for the development of the NUMA industrial and logistics project in Samborondón.
Advised Majimexport on the successful acquisition of two agricultural estates totalling 725.80 hectares in Balzar, supporting the company’s expansion in cacao and banana cultivation for export.
Advised the Municipality of Guayaquil on the legal drafting of the updated Land Use and Management Plan, which serves as a guiding framework for urban planning and promotes sustainable growth.
Practice head
Ingrid Rodríguez; Génesis Bermeo; Nicolás Romero