Tax
Europe Guide 2024 : Portugal
Band 2
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Provided by Abreu Advogados
Tax lawyers need to be experienced, specialized and knowledgeable of the impact that Taxation has in the life of companies and individuals.
At Abreu Advogados we try to untie the knots of a Tax legislation that grows in complexity on a daily basis and we assist our Clients in navigating the world of Taxation in a secure and confident manner.
Whether acting ahead of the problem to avoid conflict with the Tax Authorities, or facing them in Court when conflict can not be avoided, we support our Clients in all sectors of activity in which Abreu Advogados operates, and in matters as diverse as:
- M&A: tax due diligence, tax structuring of the acquisition; incorporation of the acquisition vehicle (eg: investment funds, private equity companies, real estate companies, etc.).
- Corporate restructurings: tax issues in mergers, spin-offs, asset contributions, share exchanges and in the reorganization of corporate debt.
- Assistance in all Portuguese taxes: corporate taxes, individual taxes, real estate taxes, stamp duties, VAT and excise duties.
- Tax compliance.
- Transfer pricing.
- Executive compensation Sschemes and stock options.
- Conformity of Portuguese taxes with European Union law and principles.
- Tax arbitration and tax litigation.
- Private clients, family estate planning and family protocols.
Chambers Review
Abreu Advogados is a dedicated group advising on the tax structuring of corporate transactions, including restructurings, as well as assisting clients with VAT, transfer pricing and regulatory compliance issues. The team also represents clients in tax litigation matters, including challenges to corporate income tax assessments. The firm has particular experience in the tax structuring of cross-border projects.
Work Highlights
- Abreu Advogados advised Copenhagen Offshore Partners on the tax structuring of a 6GW wind-farm project, for a total prospective value of EUR10 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Abreu Advogados is comfortable with complexity and understands the relevant nuances. This helps it arrive at solutions quickly."
"The firm is technically very strong and provides high levels of service quality."
"Abreu Advogados offers timely and effective responses."
"Abreu Advogados is comfortable with complexity and understands the relevant nuances. This helps it arrive at solutions quickly."
"The firm is technically very strong and provides high levels of service quality."
"Abreu Advogados offers timely and effective responses."
Notable Practitioners
Miguel Teixeira de Abreu is a seasoned tax lawyer and well respected in the area. He has vast experience in the tax aspects of restructurings as well as assisting with tax assessments.
"Miguel has an unmatched wealth of knowledge and experience."
Nuno da Cunha Barnabé advises clients on tax issues arising from cross-border transactions. He further represents clients in tax litigation.
"Nuno is technically very strong and available."
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