Tax
Latin America Guide 2025 : Ecuador
Band 1
About
Provided by Almeida Guzmán & Asociados
The academic background and vast professional experience of Almeida Guzmán Asociados allows us to provide legal services with the best international standards, and from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Our work starts with an analysis of the cases and questions brought to our attention, with the aim to develop and propose pragmatic legal and technical solutions.
The firm’s practice covers both consultancy on tax matters and planning, as well as tax litigation before administrative authorities and courts. The team also deals with transfer pricing assessment for national and international clients. The multidisciplinary nature of our organization permits us to be simultaneously involved in legal, financial and accounting matters. The team´s strong background in international taxation is represented ample portfolio of multinational clients.
Chambers Review
Almeida Guzmán & Asociados is a distinguished boutique that routinely acts as counsel to notable local and international clients in Ecuador on a comprehensive range of tax mandates. The team is frequently sought after to advise on tax planning and structuring for cross-border corporate transactions and reorganisations. The tax department advises clients on transfer pricing and tax audit procedures, as well as representing them in litigation related to income tax and VAT. Almeida Guzmán & Asociados is routinely seen representing key clients from industries such as construction, transportation and healthcare.
Work Highlights
- Almeida Guzmán & Asociados represented Ferrero del Ecuador in a revision recourse filed against the Ecuadorian IRS with the objective of obtaining the reimbursement of VAT paid by the client.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Almeida Guzmán & Asociados team is highly specialised and knowledgeable on regulatory matters. They are involved day-to-day, and frequently communicate regulatory updates."
"The Almeida Guzmán & Asociados team is very technical. They know the legislation to perfection, possess an excellent reputation in the market and have a long-standing background."
"The Almeida Guzmán & Asociados team is highly specialised and knowledgeable on regulatory matters. They are involved day-to-day, and frequently communicate regulatory updates."
"The Almeida Guzmán & Asociados team is very technical. They know the legislation to perfection, possess an excellent reputation in the market and have a long-standing background."
Notable Practitioners
Outstanding partner Diego Almeida-Guzmán is praised by clients and market peers alike for his top-tier tax practice in Ecuador.
"Diego Almeida-Guzmán has a lot of expertise, which generates confidence for the client."
"Diego Almeida-Guzmán is very technical and objective: He is able to tell you when things are not going well and helps you to correct the issue. He is clear and transparent."
Associate-to-watch César Molina continues to receive effusive praise from his clients.
"César Molina is a very capable and efficient professional. He has provided us with support and has always been very punctual with the paperwork, as well as honest about what to expect."
Ranked Lawyers at
Almeida Guzmán & Asociados
Ecuador
Members
Provided by Almeida Guzmán & Asociados
Andrés Alvarez
Cesar Molina
Head of Department
Ignacio Jijón
José Urizar
Rafaela Molina
Industries
Provided by Almeida Guzmán & Asociados
Agriculture
Banking
Commerce
Construction
Energy
Insurance
Oil & Gas
Real state
Telecommunication