Law firm in Ecuador with a business focus
TempoLegal is a Ecuadorian law firm founded by Juan Alberto Gómez, Esq., with a strong corporate focus and specialized expertise in personal data protection, corporate and business law, labor law, legal representation for foreign companies, and legal-accounting support for domestic and international entities.
We partner with businesses seeking to scale, streamline operations, and enhance legal security by combining rigorous legal analysis, practical insight, and a deep understanding of each client's day-to-day operations.
Complimentary initial legal consultation. Your inquiry will be reviewed by an attorney on the TempoLegal team.
Why choose TempoLegal?
We distinguish ourselves through our responsiveness and strategic business vision.
Direct response from lawyer
Su consulta inicial será revisada por un abogado del equipo de TempoLegal y, cuando corresponda, derivada al especialista del área.
Specialization with real experience
We have guided over 120 personal data protection implementations and audits, serving as Data Protection Officers (DPO) for more than 60 organizations.
Integrated legal-accounting support
We support corporate, labor, tax, and accounting decisions with a strategic business vision, integrating legal analysis with each client's operational and financial reality.
Support for national and foreign companies
We advise foreign-owned companies on incorporation, legal representation, registered address, tax domicile, corporate governance support, and accounting coordination to establish and operate their business in Ecuador.
More than 250 organizations rely on TempoLegal's expertise
in personal data protection, corporate law, legal representation, labor law, integrated legal-accounting support, and business advisory services.
Personal Data Protection Implementations.
Organisations advised as Data Protection Officers.
SAS incorporated
Companies with foreign capital legally established in Ecuador.
Companies with accounting support
million dollars managed in portfolio recovery processes
Main areas of accompaniment
At TempoLegal, we assist companies with their corporate, labor, and compliance needs, taking a practical approach focused on sustainable results.
Personal Data Protection
Implementation, legal and technical audits, cybersecurity support, and external Data Protection Officer (DPO) services.
Corporate and Corporate Law
Company incorporation, charter amendments, capital increases, corporate resolutions, and ongoing legal support.
Incorporation of SAS Companies
SAS formation, bylaws, corporate appointments, tax registration (RUC), electronic signatures, and initial onboarding guidance.
Foreign Companies in Ecuador
Incorporation, legal representation, registered address, tax domicile, and operational support to establish operations in Ecuador.
Labor Law
Employment contracts, internal work regulations, disciplinary sanctions, severance agreements, administrative labor termination claims (vistos buenos), and legal risk mitigation.
Legal-Accounting and Tax Support
Accounting services, tax compliance before the SRI, regulatory filings with the Superintendency of Companies, annual compliance, and ongoing business support.
Our Team
Our team combines legal, corporate, labor, tax, accounting, and data protection expertise with a client-focused, technical, and business-oriented approach.
Juan Alberto Gómez B., Esq.
Attorney specializing in business law, personal data protection, corporate law, legal representation for foreign companies, and debt recovery. Founding Partner at TempoLegal, he has advised domestic and international companies on corporate affairs, data protection framework implementations, market entry in Ecuador, and strategic litigation. Serving as legal counsel and litigation proxy, he has successfully managed debt recovery claims exceeding USD 15 million.
Emilie Donoso Ibarra, Esq.
Specialist in personal data protection and regulatory compliance. Attorney with expertise in business law, document management, contracts, and regulatory obligations. She holds a Master's Degree in Regulatory Compliance and Data Protection, complemented by advanced training in cybersecurity and information security.
Daniela Barahona Cruz, Esq., LL.M.
Corporate attorney holding a Master's Degree in Procedural Law. She advises companies on corporate law, commercial contracting, corporate restructuring, regulatory compliance, and strategic legal risk management. She has participated in complex business transactions and handled regulatory, tax, civil, labor, and telecommunications matters, providing comprehensive legal guidance for strategic decision-making and safeguarding corporate interests.
Gabriel Calvopiña, Eng., MBA
Specialist in financial, accounting, and tax management. Expert in Ecuadorian regulations, preparation of tax filings for the SRI, and financial reports and statements for the Superintendency of Companies. He brings 20 years of experience advising SMEs, family-owned businesses, and major corporations.
Celso Aguilar, Esq.
Attorney with over 15 years of experience in Intellectual Property, specializing in the registration, protection, and defense of trademarks, patents, and software. He advises companies in highly competitive sectors, designing innovative legal strategies to strengthen and protect their intangible assets.
Santiago Villarreal, Eng.
Santiago Villarreal serves as an IT consultant for TempoLegal, specializing in technology, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and technical assessments of systems related to personal data processing.
Juan Alberto Gómez, Esq.
The firm is led by Juan Alberto Gómez, Esq., founding partner of TempoLegal, an attorney focused on corporate legal advisory, personal data protection, corporate law, legal representation for foreign companies, and debt recovery.
Serving as legal counsel and litigation proxy, he has managed debt recovery claims exceeding USD 15 million, acts as Data Protection Officer (DPO) for multiple organizations, and has guided domestic and foreign companies through corporate processes, compliance, legal representation, and market entry in Ecuador.
Clients and sectors we have accompanied
We have supported organizations across various sectors, including:
Healthcare · Education · Technology · Services · Corporate Groups · Foreign Companies
How we work
This section is key because it delivers on the promise of personalized attention. It helps the user understand what happens after reaching out.
First contact
We receive your inquiry via WhatsApp or contact form. An attorney from our team introduces themselves, reviews the initial information, and requests the necessary details to understand your case.
Initial orientation
We provide an initial legal assessment regarding the most suitable path forward. If the matter requires deeper analysis, we can present options for a consultation or a formal service proposal.
Proposal and execution
When applicable, we submit a proposal detailing scope, fees, and next steps, while guiding the execution of legal, corporate, labor, accounting, or data protection matters.
Talk to a TempoLegal Attorney at No Cost
If your company needs legal, corporate, labor, accounting, or data protection guidance, we can help you determine the best roadmap to operate with structured organization and legal certainty in Ecuador.
Complimentary Legal Assessment
Receive a preliminary assessment of your current legal status.