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Ranked in
Legal 500
Chambers & Partners
Leaders League
01 / The Firm

A different law firm.

Proactive

We anticipate legal issues before they arise, protecting our clients with preventive strategies.

Technological

We use the latest digital tools, including CLARA AI, to deliver a more efficient and precise service.

Versatile

We cover more than 10 areas of business law with an interdisciplinary team and experience across multiple sectors.

700+
Clients served
16
Practice areas
60+
Team members
3
Cities: Quito, Cuenca and Guayaquil
02 / We Are HEKA

Committed to Ecuador and its community.

We believe law is an instrument of transformation. We accompany companies, entrepreneurs and individuals at every stage of their development.

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03 / Practice Areas

Legal solutions
for every industry.

HEKA team in legal advisory meeting Comprehensive legal advisory
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HEKA practice areas
+16 Specialized services
04 / CLARA AI
CLARA.
Legal AI.

Ecuador's first legal artificial intelligence tool. Precise answers, based on current legislation, available in seconds.

â– 24/7 legal chat with updated Lexis database
â– AES-256 bank-level encryption
â– Human support from the HEKA team included
â– Fixed license no per-query charges
Request Demo Learn about CLARA
CLARA Legal AI v2.1 — Powered by Lexis
User: What documents do I need to incorporate a company?
CLARA: To incorporate an S.A.S. in Ecuador you need:
    1. Public deed of incorporation
    2. Approval from the Superintendency of Companies
    3. Tax ID (RUC) and IESS affiliation
Fuente: Companies Act — Lexis 2024
User:
05 / Our Team

Legal minds
of excellence.

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Santiago Albán
Santiago Albán
Real Estate · Infrastructure · Public Administration · Gaming Law
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José Manuel Albornoz
José Manuel Albornoz
Tax Law · Family Office
Partner
Alberto Brown
Alberto Brown
Competition Law
Partner
Daniel Fernández-Salvador
Daniel Fernández-Salvador
Corporate Law · Labor Law · Dispute Resolution
Partner
Cristóbal Montúfar
Cristóbal Montúfar
Intellectual Property
Partner
Alexandra Nuñez
Alexandra Nuñez
Administrative Manager
Partner
Alfonso Ordóñez
Alfonso Ordóñez
Accounting Outsourcing
Partner
Pablo Sáenz
Pablo Sáenz
Real Estate · Infrastructure · Dispute Resolution
Partner
María Cristina Serrano
María Cristina Serrano
Constitutional Law · Dispute Resolution
Partner
Mauricio Subía
Mauricio Subía
Real Estate · Corporate Law
Partner
Andrés Terán
Andrés Terán
Data Protection · Tech · TMT
Partner
José Urízar
José Urízar
Corporate Law · Competition Law
Partner
06 / Testimonials

What they say
about HEKA.

Santiago Alban always shows willingness to clarify doubts and proposes more than one solution in the face of any uncertainty.

— Legal 500

The HEKA team responded quickly and accurately on all matters. They have a deep understanding of local regulations that gave us peace of mind at all times.

— Legal 500

HEKA has a well-trained team that is willing to hold meetings in case of any doubt. They use digital tools that help better understand legal dynamics.

— Chambers and Partners

Prices are competitive, but the additional attention and personalization are far greater. They have a deep understanding of Ecuadorian law and regulations.

— Chambers and Partners
07 / News & Blog

Cutting-edge
legal analysis.

We share an overview of regulatory changes, relevant decisions and topics that impact companies, executives and investors in Ecuador.

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HEKA News and Analysis
Legal News Insights for
strategic decisions
08 / Contact

Let's talk about
your project.

Our team is ready to listen to you. Tell us your situation and we will find the best legal strategy for you.

Quito Address MOKAI Building, Paúl Rivet N30-54, 7th floor
Quito, Ecuador
Hours Monday to Friday: 9:00 — 18:00
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How can we help you?

Debitura – Cobranza Legal en Ecuador
Digital Platform
Real-time tracking of your collections portfolio
Specialized Service

Legal Collections
in Ecuador.

Heka Lawyers is positioned as a leading law firm in Quito, specialized in legal debt recovery through a dedicated team and strategic processes. Founded in 2019, the firm has been recognized by prestigious legal directories, reflecting its commitment to delivering high-level results in Ecuador.

Overdue portfolio recovery — individuals and companies
Judicial and extrajudicial process — end-to-end comprehensive management
DEBITURA platform — real-time monitoring of your portfolio
National coverage — Quito, Guayaquil, Cuenca and more
Learn about DEBITURA Contact Us
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Privacy & Cookies

HEKA · EFFECTIVE SINCE JAN 1, 2024 · VERSION 2.1

This document describes how HEKA collects, uses, and protects your personal data and how we manage cookies on our website, in compliance with the Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (LOPDP) of Ecuador. Manage my cookies →

01 / Controller

Data Controller

  • Company: HEKA S.A. — Global Legal Strategy
  • Address: Edificio MOKAI, Paúl Rivet N30-54 piso 7, Quito, Ecuador
  • Privacy email: privacidad@heka.com.ec
  • Phone: +593 2 500 1120
02 / Data

Personal data we collect

  • Identification: name, surname, national ID or passport.
  • Contact: email address, phone, postal address.
  • Navigation: IP address, browser type, pages visited, session time.
  • Transaction: history of contracted services (we do not store full card data).
  • Technical: device identifiers, cookies, session tokens.
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We never request sensitive data such as passwords by email, nor complete financial data.

03 / Purpose

Purpose of Processing

  • Manage your inquiry or request for legal services.
  • Send service-related communications (confirmations, alerts).
  • Send commercial communications only with your prior consent.
  • Analyze site usage to improve the user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations in force in Ecuador.
  • Prevent fraud and ensure the security of the site.
04 / Legal Basis

Legal Basis for Processing

  • Consent: for non-essential cookies and marketing communications.
  • Contract performance: to manage requested legal services.
  • Legal obligation: to comply with the LOPDP and other Ecuadorian regulations.
  • Legitimate interest: to prevent fraud and improve security.

We comply with the Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (LOPDP) of Ecuador, in force since 2021.

05 / Cookies

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores in your browser when you visit it. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences for a period of time.

  • Session cookies: are automatically deleted when the browser is closed.
  • Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a defined period.
  • First-party cookies: created and managed directly by us.
  • Third-party cookies: created by external services (Google, Meta, etc.).
06 / Types

Types of cookies we use

🔒 Necessary — Essential for the basic functioning of the site. They do not require consent.

⚙ Functional — They remember your language and display preferences.

◎ Analytics — They collect anonymous statistical data about site usage. They require consent.

◈ Marketing — They track your activity to show you relevant advertising. They require explicit consent.

07 / Table

Detailed cookie table

NameProviderTypePurposeDuration
session_idOwnNecessarySession managementSession
csrf_tokenOwnNecessaryCSRF protectionSession
cookie_consentOwnNecessaryCookie preferences12 meses
lang_prefOwnFunctionalPreferred language12 meses
_gaGoogle AnalyticsAnalyticsDistinguishes unique users24 meses
_gidGoogle AnalyticsAnalyticsIdentifies session24 horas
_fbpFacebook / MetaMarketingAd tracking3 meses
IDEGoogle AdsMarketingPersonalized advertising13 meses
08 / Third Parties

Third-party cookies

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Third-party cookies are subject to their own privacy policies.

09 / Retention

Data retention

  • Client data: during the relationship and up to 5 years after its end.
  • Transaction data: 7 years according to tax obligations of the SRI.
  • Navigation data: maximum 25 months.
  • Marketing: until you withdraw your consent.
  • Security logs: 12 months.
10 / Your Rights

Your rights over your data

In accordance with Ecuador's LOPDP, you have the right to:

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Access
Know what data we process about you.
Rectification
Correct inaccurate data.
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Erasure
Request deletion of your data.
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Objection
Object to processing.
Restriction
Restrict processing.
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Portability
Receive your data in a structured format.

To exercise your rights, write to privacidad@heka.com.ec with a copy of your ID. We will respond within a maximum of 15 business days.

11 / Minors

Minors

This website is not directed at persons under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without verifiable consent from their parents or legal guardians.

12 / Transfers

International transfers

Some providers (Google Analytics, Meta) may transfer data to servers outside Ecuador. These transfers are made under appropriate safeguards: contracts with standard protection clauses.

13 / Changes

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy periodically. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through a notice on the website. The "Last updated" date will be updated with each revision.

14 / Contact

Contact and inquiries

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Data Protection Officer

We are committed to protecting your privacy.

privacidad@heka.com.ec ☎ +593 2 500 1120 📍 Quito, Ecuador ⏱ Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00