Bustamante Fabara combines transactional, regulatory, financing and contentious expertise to comprehensively advise a host of developers, corporate groups, real estate investment funds and construction companies on a broad range of real estate matters. The team is particularly active in corporate transactions involving the sale, acquisition and restructuring of real estate asset portfolios. It also has significant experience in divestments and financing transactions, frequently handling the regulatory and real estate due diligence aspects. In addition, the team advises on real estate trusts and infrastructure financings, including matters related to energy projects and residential developments in Quito. The practice is co-led by key partners José Rafael Bustamante, whose experience spans real estate matters across the industrial infrastructure, energy, and telecoms sectors; and Juan Felipe Bustamante, who leverages his corporate acumen to assist on the full range of transactional real estate mandates. Also noted are Kirina González, who was promoted to the partnership in March 2026; and director Pedro Gómez de la Torre, both of whom specialise in real estate transactions.
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- Their know-how is what matters; they understand the subject and know how to maneuver according to the scenario that arises.
- I would highlight their technical expertise, responsiveness, and understanding of the business. The team is practical and solution-oriented, not just focused on pointing out legal risks. I also greatly value the partners' direct involvement and the ease with which they coordinate matters requiring support from other areas of the firm. In my experience, they compare very favorably with other firms, especially in terms of the quality of their advice, speed of response, and business-oriented approach.
- Juan Felipe Bustamante and Pedro Gómez de la Torre stand out; I have worked with both of them and they provide me with top-notch service.
- I would rate them as A1 lawyers; exceptional! I see Bustamante Fabara as a complete firm, with a great reputation and track record.
- They maintain a personalized relationship with us. In the case of Juan Felipe Bustamante, he has been visionary and has allowed us to better define our business perspective. As for Pedro Gómez de la Torre, we have received highly professional treatment from him.
- The team in our case has been compact and diligent.
- What makes this firm unique is its practical approach. They not only possess a solid legal foundation, but also a deep understanding of how real estate projects operate in practice, particularly within complex municipal environments, and they know how to move things forward. They are engaged, responsive, and possess sound judgment in resolving issues without unnecessarily complicating them. Compared to other firms, they stand out for their level of commitment, local knowledge, and execution capabilities. They don't just provide advice; they actively support projects. Overall, they are a very solid and consistent team, delivering a 10/10 level of service.
- I have worked with Bustamante Fabara on both corporate and real estate matters. Their services have been impeccable. They are diligent, proactive, and practical. I particularly enjoy working with Pedro Gómez de la Torre and Juan Felipe Bustamante; both have extensive regulatory knowledge, and their solutions are practical. I feel very supported by them and the firm. They are superior to the other firms I have worked with.
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.
Practice head
Juan Felipe Bustamante; José Rafael Bustamante
Other key lawyers
Kirina González; Pedro Gómez de la Torre