Professional Profile

His experience in implementing labor policies, resolving corporate disputes, and creating solid corporate structures has been key to the growth and stability of gastronomy and hospitality businesses. Furthermore, his training in procedural law and oral litigation positions him as a leading expert in effective defense and representation in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings.

Elhías combines an ethical and strategic approach with tangible results, ensuring clear and effective legal solutions tailored to the needs of each client and sector.

Professional Experience

• Founding Partner of the law firm Gómez & De La Torre Abogados, leading labor and corporate proceedings for chains such as Freshii, FiveFood, and Trilogía Cocina Fusión, as well as other groups in the gastronomic sector.
• Trustee of the Pichincha Artisan Chamber, promoting the defense and development of the artisanal sector.
• Comprehensive Legal Advisor at Nova Salud Hospital, with an emphasis on labor policies, hospital permits, and compliance with regulations before the Ministry of Public Health and ACESS.
• External Advisor for Animal Protection Ecuador (PAE), implementing innovative legal strategies and leading emblematic animal protection cases.
• Secretary of the National Assembly, participating in the analysis and development of key regulations.
• Associate at the Yépez Vaca Law Firm, with experience in labor and commercial litigation.

Areas of Specialization

Labor Law :

• Consulting on hiring, settlements, and compliance with the Labor Code.
• Implementation of comprehensive labor policies for restaurant chains such as Freshii, FiveFood, and Trilogía Cocina Fusión.
• Representation in individual and collective labor disputes.
• Compliance with the Ministry of Labor and defense in labor inspection and audit processes.

Corporate Law :

• Constitution, transformation and dissolution of companies.
• Drafting of corporate bylaws and corporate governance protocols.
• Comprehensive legal advice for companies in the food, hospitality, and SME sectors.

Business Negotiations and Mediation :

• Resolution of labor and corporate conflicts through extrajudicial mediation.
• Design of commercial contracts, franchise agreements, and compliance policies.

Strategic Litigation :

• Technical representation in complex legal proceedings in labor, civil, and commercial matters.
• Effective application of oral litigation to achieve favorable results in efficient times.
• Consulting in the Health Sector and NGOs:
  • Comprehensive legal management for hospitals and clinics such as Hospital Nova Salud, ensuring compliance with the Ministry of Public Health and ACESS.
  • Consulting services for non-profit organizations, such as Animal Protection Ecuador (PAE), with a focus on the protection and legal defense of their institutional objectives.

Academic Training

• Lawyer from the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador.
• Master’s degree in Procedural Law and Oral Litigation from SEK International University.
• Certified Mediator by SEK International University.
• Diploma in Criminal Law and Criminal Litigation from the University of Portoviejo.

Differentiating Elements

• Comprehensive legal advisor at Nova Salud y Protección Animal Hospital Ecuador (PAE), with a special focus on the hospital and NGO sectors.
• Expert in Labor and Corporate Law, with strategic solutions for restaurant chains such as Freshii, FiveFood, and Trilogía Cocina Fusión.
• Specialist in business negotiations and conflict resolution through mediation and arbitration.
• Experience implementing labor and regulatory compliance policies in key sectors such as healthcare, food service, and retail.
• Leader in the defense and development of corporate governance protocols for business groups.