Associate Attorney

Msc. Andrés Ruíz Herrera

His practice focuses on Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and preventive legal counsel, complemented by substantial experience at the National Court of Justice and ongoing academic specialization. His background enables him to provide a technical and comprehensive perspective in representing individuals, companies, and organizations in highly complex criminal matters.

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  • Criminal Law.
  • Criminal Procedure.
  • Corporate Criminal Law.
  • Compliance and Risk Prevention.
  • Law degree – Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador.
  • Specialist in Criminal Law – Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar.
  • Master’s in Criminal Law – Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar.
  • Master’s in Procedural Law – Universidad de Especialidades Espíritu Santo (UEES).
  • Master’s candidate in Criminology – Universidad de Barcelona.

Molina Gallegos & Asociados (2018 – Present)

Associate Attorney

  • Legal representation in highly complex criminal proceedings.
  • Comprehensive legal counsel for individuals, companies, and organizations.
  • Design of legal strategies focused on regulatory compliance and the preventive management of criminal risks.
  • Technical defense in matters involving Corporate Criminal Law and strategic litigation.


National Court of Justice (2012 – 2017)

Legal Advisor and Deputy Legal Coordinator
Specialized Chamber for Criminal and Military Criminal Matters

  • Legal analysis of highly complex criminal proceedings.
  • Preparation of technical legal opinions and support in adjudicating cases before the country’s highest court.
  • Experience in the operation of the criminal justice system and the administration of justice.
  • Adjunct Professor at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador.
  • Professor of Introduction to Criminal Law.
  • Professor of Specific Criminal Offenses.
  • Professor of Criminal Procedure.
  • Professor of Criminal Enforcement Law.