Análisis comparativo del derecho procesal civil ecuatoriano frente a sistemas jurídicos latinoamericanos

This paper compares the efficiency and rights protection of Ecuador’s civil procedural system with other Latin American countries, using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method. Results show that Ecuador has improved judicial efficiency through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, but still faces challenges such as lengthy proceedings and case overload. Regulatory gaps and the need to enhance digitalization and transparency are identified. The study concludes that, while Ecuador has made progress in rights protection and efficiency, further improvements are needed to ensure accessible and timely justice.