Tax: Controversy
Global Guide 2024 : Mexico
Band 2
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie has a strong reputation for being the leading tax counsel of choice. We are best known for our ability to advise multinational companies on all aspects of their international and domestic tax matters including large multijurisdictional supply chain, IP company, post-acquisition integration and other restructuring. This is strengthened by our on the ground presence in 62 offices in over 40 countries worldwide with 900+ practitioners, including economists and former governmental and intergovernmental organizations officials.
Our capabilities are unmatched by any law or accounting firm, globally as we have a deep, current knowledge of local and global tax rules, an unmatched track record of favorable outcomes for clients in tax disputes, state-of-the-art tax planning advice informed by audit and tax dispute resolution expertise, proven ability to influence and advise on tax policy, and legal and economist teams that provide holistic advice. This advice includes but is not limited to digital transformations such as reviewing tax structures and IP ownership, supply chain transformations, managing complex legal issues across markets, tariffs and contracts, mergers and acquisition, audit resolution and settlements, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms (including MAP, Advance Pricing Agreements). Our experienced team helps you pursue the right remedies before both government authorities and courts.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie is a renowned firm with a global network that benefits from an experienced tax practice across advisory and contentious matters. The legal team is well versed in representing clients before the tax administration and ombudsman in Mexico. Baker McKenzie's tax lawyers are routinely sought out to assist with audits, tax deductions, and refunds, boasting additional expertise in tax structuring for transactional work and regulatory tax reviews.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Baker McKenzie always show strong skills when handling tax consulting matters. They offer a great level of service, and provide well-grounded analyses."
"The team at Baker McKenzie always show strong skills when handling tax consulting matters. They offer a great level of service, and provide well-grounded analyses."
Notable Practitioners
Mexico City-based partner Jorge Narváez-Hasfura advises clients on an array of non-contentious tax mandates. He is also adept at offering expert counselling on tax litigation.
"Jorge Narváez-Hasfura brings together tax litigation and advisory expertise in a coherent fashion. He explains things timely and clearly, advising how to act to achieve successful results."
Solid partner Luis Carbajo-Martínez is active in non-contentious tax mandates in Mexico. Market commentators praise him for his expertise in tax issues affecting the maquila industry in Mexico.
"Luis Carbajo-Martínez is an excellent professional with great knowledge of the maquila space. He provides us with a good-quality service."