Legal Representation and Tax Management in Ecuador
At Tempo Legal, we understand that fiscal address is an essential requirement for any company that wishes to operate in Ecuador. Without a valid tax address, it is not possible to incorporate a company, conduct business activities or comply with legal and tax regulations. This service is essential for both domestic and foreign companies looking to establish and formally operate in the country.
Our team offers comprehensive legal representation and provides reliable tax management, managing legal and administrative procedures that ensure the regulatory compliance of your company in Ecuador. We are your direct link with regulatory entities, optimizing times and guaranteeing peace of mind in your operations.
Our Services Featured
Reliable Tax Direction
We provide an official address for notifications and administrative procedures.
- We manage the receipt of correspondence and legal notifications.
- We comply with all regulatory requirements for domestic and foreign companies.
Comprehensive Legal Representation
- Representation before the SRI, Superintendence of Companies, Ministries, Municipalities and other government entities.
- Defence and advice on audits, inspections and administrative sanctions.
Management of Legal Procedures
- Regularization of corporate data and updating of records.
- Registration of minutes, amendments to bylaws and changes of tax domicile.
Tax and Fiscal Compliance
- Advice on tax planning to optimize costs.
- Tax returns in compliance with current regulations.
Advice for Foreign Companies
Juan Alberto Gómez B. Esq.
Are you looking for reliable, hassle-free legal advice at a fair price? At Tempo Legal, we can help you establish your business, register your trademark, or resolve any legal or accounting matters. Your first consultation is FREE via WhatsApp! Receive clear and quick solutions.
Professional career: Partner at the law firm Gómez & De La Torre Abogados , Legal Director of the Rainforest Foundation and External Consultant at Benalcázar Abogados .
Specialization and Achievements: Expert in Civil and Commercial Litigation Law, with over $10 million in assets recovered through strategic litigation and successful settlements.
Advisor to leading institutions: He has represented and advised Banco Pichincha, Banco del Austro, Oriente Seguros, Chaide & Chaide, Colegio Alemán Quito, Grupo Logístico Mosquera Aulestia GMA, among others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fiscal Directorate
What is a tax address and why is it mandatory in Ecuador?
The fiscal address is the registered address where a company receives official notifications and carries out administrative procedures. It is a mandatory requirement to operate legally in Ecuador.
Can I trade without a tax address?
No, without a valid tax address you cannot incorporate a company or carry out business activities in Ecuador.
What happens if my tax address is not up to date?
You could face fines, administrative penalties, and problems carrying out legal or commercial procedures.
Is it mandatory for foreign companies to have a tax address in Ecuador?
Yes, any company that wishes to operate in Ecuador must have a valid tax address, even if it does not have a physical headquarters in the country.
What are the benefits of hiring a tax address through a law firm?
We provide efficient and professional management of notifications and procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance and avoiding possible sanctions.
Legal Representation
What does the legal representation service include?
Our legal representation service offers comprehensive coverage designed to ensure that your company complies with all legal regulations in Ecuador, while protecting your interests in any situation. This includes:
- Representation before government entities:
- Management of mandatory procedures and reports before organizations such as the Internal Revenue Service (SRI), the Superintendence of Companies, Ministries and Municipalities.
- Assistance with license renewals, permits, and corporate updates.
- Interaction with entities such as the Ministry of Labor or the IESS on labor issues.
- Defence in audits and inspections:
- Representation during tax, labor or environmental audits carried out by regulatory entities.
- Management of responses to observations and resolution of administrative sanctions.
- Preparation of appeals for review or appeal in the event of fines or sanctions.
- Representation in judicial instances:
- Defense in tax, labor, civil or commercial disputes.
- Management of mediation, arbitration or complex litigation processes in national or international instances.
- Recovery of credits or assets in legal proceedings.
- Strategic and preventive advice:
- Conducting internal legal audits to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Design and implementation of strategies to prevent legal and regulatory conflicts.
- Drafting of internal policies and corporate manuals that comply with current regulations.
- Accompaniment in key negotiations:
- Representation in contract negotiations with partners, customers or suppliers.
- Advice on the drafting and execution of confidentiality agreements, commercial and corporate contracts.
- Adaptability to your business:
- Customized services according to the size, sector and specific needs of your company.
- Ongoing support for local and multinational businesses operating in Ecuador.
What happens if I don't attend an official notification?
You could face legal penalties and the loss of procedural rights, such as the opportunity to contest a lawsuit or file legal challenges.
Can you represent me before the Superintendence of Companies?
Yes, we manage the presentation of financial statements, updating of corporate data and compliance with the annual requirements.
What happens if I receive an audit from the SRI?
We offer technical representation during audits, ensuring that all procedures are carried out correctly and minimizing the risk of sanctions.
Can you manage the representation of small businesses and entrepreneurs?
Yes, we work with businesses of all sizes, tailoring our services to their specific needs.
Tax and Fiscal Compliance
What services do you offer for tax compliance?
Tax returns, tax planning, regularization of RUC data and management of procedures to optimize costs and avoid fines.
What happens if I don't file my tax returns on time?
You could face fines and administrative penalties that affect your company’s operation and reputation.
Can you manage multiple branches?
Yes, we can manage the fiscal address and legal representation of all your branches in Ecuador.
How do you help foreign companies establish themselves in Ecuador?
We offer full services, including company incorporation, permitting, tax address, legal representation, and shareholder/partner visas.
What does the regularization of the RUC imply?
It includes updating data, changes of tax address and corrections in the registry to comply with current regulations.
Why choose Tempo Legal?
Fast and Specialized Attention
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Pre-established Fixed Rates
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