Heka Law Firm stands out for its advice on urban planning and mixed-use real estate projects. The group is entrusted by a large client base ranging from private universities to private equity companies and private individuals who manage significant assets in Ecuador. The team is well equipped to deal with the gamut of real estate and construction matters, from asset purchases to financings and compliance with regulations such as construction requirements under municipal law. Practice co-head Mauricio Subía focuses on the financing and management of large-scale real estate projects. Fellow co-head Santiago Albán stands out for real estate trust assistance, including the drafting of contracts, a focus of the group more broadly, as well as being heavily involved in construction projects.
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Testimonials
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‘Efficient and timely service in all areas of legal consultation.'
‘They demonstrate a high degree of commitment to client interests and the resolution of various situations that warrant strategic input from a specialised legal perspective. It is constantly growing and forging strategic alliances. It is a young, dynamic team.'
‘Heka excels in the practice of administrative law and new technologies, and has highly valued partners in these areas. They are timely and accurate in providing advice. They go beyond the limits of their contractual obligations.'
Key clients
- BC Desarrolladores Inmobiliarios
- Desarrollos Inmobiliarios Trabahaq
- Arcgold del Ecuador (McDonalds)
- Universidad San Francisco de Quito
- Paseo San Francisco
- Innova Schools
- Hospital del los Valles
- Levapan del Ecuador
- Prodagua
- Aniprotein
Work highlights
Advised BC Desarrolladores Inmobiliarios on the development of Plaza Koen, a mixed-use real estate project in Quito, combining offices, commercial spaces and suites.
Assisted Desarrollos Inmobiliarios Trabahaq with resolving all liens and obstacles affecting the land, ultimately enabling the construction of the client’s Koun Residences project.
Advised McDonald’s franchisee, Arcgold del Ecuador, on obtaining the necessary permits and licenses for the operation of establishments in various regions of Ecuador.
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Practice head
Santiago Albán; Mauricio Subía