Corporate

At AVL we combine our proven experience in corporate, contractual, national and international law with a deep understanding of our clients' financial and commercial needs. This allows us to offer comprehensive and strategic advice for companies that not only covers the selection of the most suitable legal instruments for operating in Ecuador but also supports our clients' plans for expansion, adding significant value to their businesses.

Our corporate practice is designed to support companies at every stage of their lifecycle, from the incorporation and structuring of new companies, through mergers and acquisitions, to business restructuring and strategic planning.

Our team of experts works closely with each client to understand their specific needs and provide tailored solutions that add real value to their operations.

We understand that the business environment is dynamic and challenging; therefore, at AVL Abogados, we adopt a comprehensive approach that combines legal, financial and commercial aspects. This vision allows us to anticipate the challenges and opportunities faced by our clients, offering them constant support in their expansion projects and ensuring that each strategic decision is backed by a solid legal foundation.

Our mission is to be the strategic partner in the growth and development of our clients, providing specialized advice and an innovative foresight that allows them to successfully navigate in the Ecuadorian and international business environment.

Our personalized and proactive approach allows us to anticipate our clients’ needs and provide them with the support necessary to tackle challenges and seize market opportunities.

The legal team at AVL offers deep expertise in Ecuadorian corporate and commercial regulations, as well as national and international business practices.

We have high specialization in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, and commercial and financial expertise.

Our team’s experience has allowed us to analyze complex situations and provide precise, innovative, and effective legal solutions. We are skilled at identifying potential risks to design strategies for mitigating them.

We are also proficient in clearly communicating complex legal concepts to our clients and have extensive experience in negotiating agreements and contracts effectively to protect their interests.

The ethics and professionalism of our attorneys ensure integrity and responsibility in the cases entrusted to AVL.

Learn About Our Firm's Notable Cases:

  • Negotiation and execution of the purchase of an Ecuadorian mining company by one of the world’s largest copper producers.

  • Advisory on the sale of shares in an Ecuadorian bank to a foreign group.

  • Counsel to a state-owned enterprise on the acquisition of a European gas company.

  • Advice on the sale of a product portfolio to an Australian insurance company.

  • Advice on the purchase, option, earn-in, farm-in, and joint venture agreements in the mining industry.

  • Counsel to a Russian company in the hydrocarbons sector on its contractual relations with private and state clients.

  • Advice to a telecommunications company on a $120 million financing for network expansion.

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Recognitions

Chambers Latin America Guide, 2025

Corporate/Commercial

“AVL Abogados has a diverse team with a range of skills and areas of specialization. The firm is client-oriented, responds quickly and has proactively identified potential business opportunities.”

Xavier Andrade Cadena

“With Xavier Andrade Cadena’s support and advice, we were able to successfully finalize our transaction. We consider him a very strong lawyer with vast knowledge of corporate matters.”

 Andrea Lara

“Andrea Lara is an outstanding and wonderful lawyer. She is so efficient in terms of depth and time and is always available to us.”

When is a corporate lawyer needed?

A corporate lawyer is essential in various situations to ensure that a company complies with relevant laws and regulations and to support strategic decision-making. Here are some key scenarios where the assistance of a corporate lawyer is required:

  • Advice on the most suitable legal structure for businesses’ development, as well as drafting shareholder agreements.

  • Due diligence and evaluations of corporate and legal risks.

  • Guidance in negotiating and drafting commercial agreements and contracts with clients and suppliers, and during mergers and acquisitions.

  • Assistance with corporate governance and compliance with legal obligations.

  • Advisory on the structure and functioning of senior management in Ecuadorian companies.

  • Corporate restructuring.

What are the services that AVL provides in this area?

  • Company formation, drafting of bylaws, amendments to bylaws, and general corporate procedures.

  • Legal advice on the preparation and drafting of contracts, agreements, and other corporate and commercial documentation required for company operations.

  • Conducting due diligence processes and thorough analysis of business risks.

  • Negotiation and drafting of contracts for mergers and acquisitions, as well as post-acquisition advice.

  • Support in General Shareholders’ Meetings and drafting of the meeting minutes.

  • Advice on the implementation of corporate social responsibility and sustainability policies.

  • Guidance and support in establishing Good Corporate Governance standards; protocols for family businesses, and corporate codes, policies, and protocols.

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