Bustamante Fabara, noted for having an in-depth knowledge of tax issues, is distinguished by the breadth of its tax practice, which covers a range of tax issues including tax credit refunds, an area in which Carolina Medina is key. The group can be distinguished by its work in the pharmaceutical industry, including precedent-setting cases in this sphere. Practitioners are also regularly engaged in contentious matters before administrative bodies and judicial courts. Practice head Diego Pino, who was promoted to partner in 2024, has a strong knowledge of tax planning and tax optimisation. Senior associate Sofía Gordillo stands out for tax planning strategies and the documentation related to this, as well as acting in complex tax assessment proceedings. Yessenia Portilla is also a name to note.
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Testimonials
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‘Throughout our business relationship, we have found the best combination of professionalism, accurate responses, and prompt delivery.'
‘Dr. Diego Pino was our first contact and also introduced his colleagues Carolina Medina and Sofía Gordillo. The team as a whole has consistently demonstrated professionalism and in-depth knowledge of issues. Carolina and Sofía have a high-level and professional approach. We perceive the team as having excellent command of the issues at hand.'
‘They are quick and effective in responding to requests.'
‘The service is personalised.'
‘When we deal with the various lawyers who have supported us in various areas, each of these lawyers has performed very professionally in all of these areas where we have needed help.'
‘The lawyers who have assisted us have been very attentive, responding to our requests, and achieving results quickly.'
Key clients
- Abbott Laboratorios del Ecuador
- BASF Ecuatoriana
- Orangine Group
- Pepsico Alimentos del Ecuador
- Grupo CID
- B. Braun Medical
- EcuaHierro
- Tiendas Industriales Asociadas Tia
- Lactalis Del Ecuador
- Pfizer
- Fadesa
- Paneles Latinoamericanos PANELAT
Work highlights
Represented Abbott Laboratorios del Ecuador in a dispute with Ecuador's customs authority, which had classified several pharmaceutical products as food for tariff purposes, contrary to the criteria established by the Ministry of Health and the President of the Republic.
Represented BASF Ecuatoriana in requesting a refund of its income tax credits.
Advised Orangine Group on submitting applications to the Ecuadorian investment authority for the subscription of investment contracts with the government.
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
Diego Pino