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With 30 years of experience in the legal market, Dentons Paz Horowitz delivers practical, ethical and cost-effective legal services. Whether a multinational corporation, an investment fund, a local start-up, or international NGO, Dentons Paz Horowitz delivers the legal power and understanding needed to fulfill clients’ goals.

A one-stop law firm, Dentons Paz Horowitz is recognized for its result driven legal approach and global mindset. Our nine partners and a stellar team of top-rated professionals strive to deliver constant innovative solutions to ensure the very best service for our clients, adding value to their businesses.

Our firm is recognized as a leader in Ecuador for its unrivaled expertise in the key practice areas of Intellectual Property, Anti-Corruption Investigations and Compliance, Corporate and M&A, Mining, Energy, and Aviation. Also, our lawyers have been recognized in Chambers Latin America 2020, Latin Lawyer 250, Legal 500 and Leaders League 2021. With lawyers in the key locations of Quito and Guayaquil, Paz Horowitz is ideally positioned to serve a multitude of industries with differentiated solutions.

Since it was founded, Dentons Paz Horowitz has celebrated many firsts: First LACCA (Latin America Corporate Association) recommended firm in Ecuador for compliance and anticorruption issues; first firm in Ecuador to sign the UN Women´s Empowerment Principles (WEPs); first Ecuadorian firm invited by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to participate in the Inventors Assistance Program. 

Recognition

Dentons achieves 157 rankings in Chambers Latin America 2025

August 23, 2024

Independent legal publisher Chambers and Partners continues to recognize Dentons lawyers as market leaders throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

Ecuador debt-for-nature swap awarded “Financing Innovation of the Year” by Latin Finance

January 31, 2024

Ecuador’s historic debt-for-nature swap was awarded “Financing Innovation of the Year” at the Latin Finance 2023 Deals of the Year Awards. Dentons advised the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Ecuador on this winning deal.

Dentons excels in Chambers Latin America 2024

August 25, 2023

Top legal rankings publisher Chambers once again recommends Dentons' excellent client service and legal expertise throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Insights

Roadmap for Ethical and Sustainable Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”)

February 8, 2024

Ecuador: On January 27th of this year, the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation ("MinCiencias") shared a preliminary version on what will be the Roadmap to ensure the ethical and sustainable adoption of AI in Colombia.

Executive Decree No. 110 of January 8, 2024 and No. 111 of January 9, 2024, the President of the Republic of Ecuador declared a state of emergency throughout the national territory.

January 12, 2024

Ecuador: Through Executive Decrees No. 110 of January 8, 2024 and No. 111 of January 9, 2024, the President of the Republic of Ecuador declared a state of exception throughout the national territory due to serious internal commotion and the existence of internal armed conflict, in accordance with article 164 of the Constitution.

Responsible use of Chat GPT by Lawyers

June 8, 2023

Ecuador: With the launch of Open AI’s Chat GPT platform this past November, a world of opportunities has opened for various professions. The platform can be very helpful, and some have even claimed that it may soon replace professionals. The legal industry must adapt to these new technologies and as part of this process, lawyers must understand and comprehend the limitations of this platform.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons Plays a Key Role in Structuring the Loja-Catamayo Infrastructure Project

March 18, 2025

Ecuador: In a significant step forward for the Loja-Catamayo Road Corridor in Ecuador, Dentons will support the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) in structuring this project under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity in southern Ecuador and drive economic growth in the region.

Dentons advises Helmerich & Payne on acquisition of KCA Deutag

February 18, 2025

Global law firm Dentons has advised NYSE-listed drilling rig manufacturer Helmerich & Payne on the employment and corporate aspects of the US$1.97 billion acquisition of UK-headquartered KCA Deutag International Limited. 

Dentons achieves 157 rankings in Chambers Latin America 2025

August 23, 2024

Independent legal publisher Chambers and Partners continues to recognize Dentons lawyers as market leaders throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

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