Services

Mining

We provide comprehensive legal advisory services to mining companies, supported by a team with deep expertise in the challenges and opportunities of the industry in Ecuador. We understand the legal, social, and political complexities associated with mining activities.

Our team has the expertise to provide tailored solutions for every stage of mining projects, from exploration to extraction and commercialization. With a strategic and practical approach, we assist our clients in identifying and managing risks, as well as maximizing opportunities, ensuring regulatory compliance and respect for the communities and environments in which they operate.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. Members of the CorralRosales team advised on the negotiation of the third large-scale mining exploitation contract in Ecuador, with a committed investment of over 4 billion.
1. Advising a company with simultaneous exploration and exploitation operations in drafting a gold sales agreement and negotiating with the buyer.
1. Advising to an Australian company in the execution of an NSR agreement for financing operations in Ecuador.

- Advisory services for companies entering the country, including the review of projects for the development of mining operations, such as obtaining mining concessions.

- Development of effective strategies during negotiation phases for all types of mining contracts, as well as compliance with requirements for executing mining operations.

- Advice on negotiating and executing agreements for the sale of minerals, drilling contracts, land access agreements, supplier contracts, transportation, and other industry-specific needs.

- Advice on administrative and regulatory processes within the sector.

- Solutions to mitigate risks and manage disputes during the development of activities.

- Implementation of ESG standards from a strategic perspective.

Recognitions

Team

Andrea Moya

Carlos Torres

Edmundo Ramos

María Victoria Beltrán

Mario Fernández

Rafael Serrano

Distribution and Services

Our Distribution and Services practice offers tailored solutions to help clients navigate the complexities of commercial operations across diverse industries.

We advise on all stages of the distribution process, from strategic planning and contractual frameworks to dispute resolution and regulatory compliance. Our approach focuses on optimizing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. Essity | consultancy in the development of distribution contracts for TaT channels and wholesalers.
1. Ferrero | consultancy in the development of distribution contracts for traditional channels.
1. Nestlé | advice on termination of relationship with distributors and collections.
1. Mondelez | advice on termination of distributor relationships and collections.
1. Essity | advice on termination of distributor relationships and collections.

Services

- Drafting and reviewing distribution agreements and related contracts.

- Designing commercial strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.

- Advising on supply chain management and logistics.

- Legal risk assessment in distribution networks.

- Representation in disputes related to distribution and service agreements.

- Compliance audits and recommendations to ensure adherence to legal and operational standards.

Recognitions

Team

Ana Samudio

Ramón Paz y Miño

Thalía Ordoñez

Xavier Rosales

Consumer

Our Consumer Rights Practice provides specialized legal advice to ensure regulatory compliance, safeguarding our clients’ reputation and strengthening consumer trust.

We assist clients across various industries in navigating the challenges of consumer protection laws, whether through compliance management, dispute resolution, or the development of preventive strategies tailored to their specific needs.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. Essity | Advice on the labeling of personal care and hygiene products of the Familia, Pequeñín, Nosotras, Tena and Hada brands.
1. Mattel | advice on the recall of baby toys.
1. Mondelez | Advice on compliance review of promotional activities.
1. Adidas | Advice on compliance review of promotional activities.
1. Copa, United Airlines, JetBlue and Delta | ongoing advice on air passenger complaints.

Services

- Advising on compliance with Ecuadorian consumer protection laws and related international regulations.

- Representing clients in administrative proceedings before regulatory authorities.

- Defending businesses in consumer disputes and litigation.

- Drafting and reviewing product and service terms, conditions, and warranties.

- Providing guidance on marketing, advertising, and promotional activities to meet regulatory standards.

- Conducting compliance audits and team training to mitigate risks.

- Managing crises related to consumer claims, recalls, or regulatory investigations.

Recognitions

Team

Associates

Competition

We provide comprehensive advice on all aspects of competition law, including merger control, regulatory and consumer protection matters.

We stand out as leaders in the handling of merger clearance proceedings, having participated in a significant number of cases approved by the competition authority.

Our multidisciplinary team combines legal, technical and economic expertise, which allows us to approach each case with a comprehensive approach and effectively defend our clients’ interests in the face of regulatory and market challenges.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. The Walt Disney Company | obtaining approval for the acquisition of Fox and monitoring compliance with the conditions imposed.
1. Essity | advising in investigations by the Superintendencia de Competencia Económica and in sanction proceedings before the General Secretariat of the Andean Community in relation to alleged cross-border cartelization in the soft paper market.
1. Nestlé | defense in an investigation into alleged unfair practices.
1. Mondelez | Defense in sanction proceedings following a complaint by a former distributor for alleged abuse of market power.
1. Essity | Face-to-face training on competition issues for sales force and plant operators.
1. Unilever | Advising on the approval of the acquisition of Quala’s personal and home care business and monitoring compliance with the conditions imposed.
1. Saam Towage | Adaptation of the free competition program to the Ecuadorian regime.
1. Postobón | Adaptation of the free competition program to the Ecuadorian regime.

Services

- Mergers and merger control.

- Unfair competition proceedings.

- Defence of anti-competitive practices, abuse of market power and other anti-competitive conduct.

- Competition audits.

- Competition training and compliance processes.

- Administrative and judicial proceedings

Recognitions

Legal 500 Latin America 2025 – Tier 1 | Client Satisfaction

Xavier Rosales – Leading Partner
Ana Samudio – Leading associate

Chambers Latin America 2025 – Band 2

Xavier Rosales – Band 2
Ana Samudio – Associate to Watch

Leaders League 2024 – Leading

Xavier Rosales
Ana Samudio

Team

Partners

Xavier Rosales

Associates

Ana Samudio

Data Protection

Our Data Protection practice specializes in providing comprehensive, preventive, and corrective advice to ensure compliance with local data protection regulations. We have consolidated our position as a leading firm in the market, with a highly qualified legal team dedicated exclusively to this practice.

Focusing on risk identification and mitigation and preventing contingencies related to data processing, we provide innovative, practical, customized solutions that empower our clients to ensure compliance while minimizing impacts on the development of their operations.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. Execution of Due Diligence (audit programs for compliance and implementation) on data protection systems for companies across various private sector industries. The companies include insurance and health care, manufacturing, financial, educational, mass consumption, among others.
1. Continuous advisory to the country’s financial institutions on compliance with their obligations regarding personal data protection.
1. Advisory to companies in various private sector industries on the management of and response to requests for the exercise of rights of personal data subjects.
1. Outsourcing of Personal Data Protection Officer services to several of the main companies in the private sector.
1. Advisory to a multinational corporation on the implementation of binding corporate rules (BCRs).
1. Advisory to companies in various industries in the private sector in the analysis and management of security incidents, as well as their notification to the competent authority when appropriate.
1. Training for public and private entities on data protection compliance.

Services

- Design and implementation of corporate training program. The service includes the execution of workshops focused on the needs and policies implemented by the organization.

- Advisory, elaboration and revision of policies, procedures, notices, manuals, among others, for the correct treatment and use of personal data.

- Advisory and preparation of data treatment agreements, contractual clauses and negotiation processes of the mentioned documents.

- Advisory and preparation of data treatment agreements, contractual clauses and negotiation processes of the mentioned documents.

- Due Diligence audits for the verification of compliance with personal data protection regulations in an organization.

- Execution of Integral Data Protection Compliance Programs. This service includes the identification of the degree of compliance of the organization and the implementation, through policies, manuals, notices and others, to the local regime of personal data protection.

- Advisory and representation in investigations and administrative actions and judicial litigation for alleged non-compliance with the Personal Data Protection Regulations.

- Identification of personal data protection obligations and development of compliance matrix.

- Counseling in the management and response to requests for the exercise of rights or requirements of the holders.

- Advisory on management and notification of personal data security incidents.

- Elaboration of personal data protection impact assessments and risk analysis in relation to activities.

- Acting as special proxies for companies not domiciled in Ecuador that act as responsible, co-responsible or in charge of data processing.

- Outsourcing service of Personal Data Protection Delegate.

- Accompaniment and advice in the preparation of consultations to be made to the authority for the protection of personal data.

Recognitions

Leaders League – Leading

Team

Partners

Rafael Serrano

Associates

Christian Razza

Juan Fernando Riera

Juan Martín Chávez

Marco Ospina

Thalía Ordoñez

Telecommunications, Media, and Technology

Our Telecommunications, Media, and Technology (TMT) practice specializes in delivering strategic and tailored legal solutions to clients operating in sectors with rapid technological advancements.

With a strong track record, the team advises on obtaining regulatory licenses from the Telecommunications Regulatory and Control Agency (Arcotel) for services such as mobile, fixed, satellite telephony, Internet, and submarine cable and satellite capacity. The practice also supports telecommunications infrastructure providers in navigating their most complex operations and projects.

The firm excels in handling intricate processes, including the negotiation and renewal of licenses for mobile operators, as well as structuring technological and regulatory agreements.

Regarding new technologies, the team advises on policy implementation, contract development, ethical components, and the implementation of new technologies. The firm focuses primarily on the implementation and development of artificial intelligence. And emerging technologies.

Experience

We have experience in:

1. Claro | advising on the renewal of the license for the provision of mobile telephony services.
1. The Walt Disney Company | advice on exclusive licence for broadcasting pro Ecuador league football matches through television and OTT applications
1. Satélites Mexicanos | advising on obtaining a license for the provision of satellite capacity.
1. OneWeb | consultancy in obtaining the authorization to operate low orbit satellites.
1. ByTheDance | ongoing advice on regulatory compliance of advertising of different products/services on the TikTok and Pangle platforms.
1. JetBlue | advising on obtaining a private network operating license.
1. Novopan | advising on SAAS contract negotiation and implementation.