The firm has developed a reputation as a multidisciplinary corporate law practice in Ecuador, advising local and international clients, including multinational companies and NGOs. Puente & Asociados also maintains international connections through offices in Bogotá, Colombia, and Lima, Peru, as well as a network of international correspondents and strategic partners.
Its practice focuses on areas such as corporate and commercial law, labour law, taxation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, dispute resolution, and business advisory, with an emphasis on practical solutions that help clients manage legal risks and support business growth.
Specialisms focus on corporate legal advisory, business law, regulatory compliance, and employment matters. The firm provides multidisciplinary legal support to companies, organisations, multinational businesses, and entrepreneurs operating in Ecuador and internationally.
Key areas of expertise include:
- Corporate & Company Law (Derecho Corporativo y Societario)
Company formation, corporate structuring, shareholder matters, governance, mergers, acquisitions, corporate reorganisations, and ongoing corporate advisory. - Commercial Contracts & Business Advisory
Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements, providing legal support for business operations and transactions. - Labour & Employment Law
Employment contracts, workplace policies, labour compliance, expatriate employment matters, collective labour relations, terminations, and employment dispute support. - Tax Advisory (Derecho Tributario)
Tax planning, tax compliance, corporate tax matters, and advisory support related to business operations. - Intellectual Property (IP)
Trademark protection, intellectual property strategy, registration matters, protection and management of intangible assets. - Regulatory Affairs & Compliance
Regulatory advice, sector-specific compliance, administrative procedures, and assistance navigating Ecuadorian regulatory frameworks. - Competition & Antitrust Law
Competition law advice, investigations, market power issues, unfair competition matters, merger/concentration notifications, and regulatory proceedings. - Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Representation in administrative and judicial proceedings, commercial disputes, and legal defence strategies. - Immigration & Migratory Matters
Advice on visas, residency processes, and immigration-related issues for foreign employees, investors, and businesses. - Non-Profit Organisations & Associations
Legal support for foundations, NGOs, and other organisational structures. - Corporate Governance & Compliance Systems
Helping businesses establish effective internal processes, reduce legal risks, and maintain regulatory compliance. - International Business Support
Assistance for foreign companies entering Ecuador and Ecuadorian businesses expanding abroad, supported by international alliances and offices in Colombia and Peru.
Puente & Asociados is particularly focused on business-oriented legal advisory, with strong capabilities in corporate law, labour law, taxation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and commercial support for companies operating in Ecuador.
