About

Provided by Galicia Abogados, S.C.

Our tax team offers specialized services across a wide range of tax related matters, such as consulting, controversy and litigation. Aslo we are the only leading firm in Mexico with a specialized Wealth Management & Private Wealth area.

Considering the growing diversity and complexity of business structures and transactions across all areas of economic activity, our tax consulting services offer the development and implementation of innovative legal strategies to minimize our clients’ tax exposure. Taking advantage of our in-depth knowledge of the national tax system, international tax treaties as well as of the tax consequences thereof, we enhance our clients’ efficiency and profitability.

Our tax practice works in close collaboration with our M&A, capital markets, and other practices in order to provide an integrated service, advising our clients on the most suitable structure considering their goals and objectives.

We advise our clients on tax inquiries pertaining their day-to-day operations, as well as on corporate restructures involving mergers, spin-offs, or any other corporate act that allows our clients to conduct business efficiently, always in full compliance with Mexican tax provisions and obligations.

Galicia is aware that when it comes to taxes, controversies may arise. That is why we have strengthened and complemented our tax services by offering our clients cutting-edge capabilities to avoid and effectively resolve complex tax disputes.

Chambers Review

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Tax: Non-contentious - Mexico
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Galicia Abogados is a renowned Mexican firm boasting a solid tax advisory and controversy department. Based in Mexico City and Monterrey, the legal team brings recognised experience in the tax component of corporate and financial matters to bear on the design of efficient tax structures. The department is also noted for its experience handling tax controversies such as tax refund claims, administrative appeals, and tax audits.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Federico Scheffler
3
Federico Scheffler
3
Band 3

Noted partner Federico Scheffler continues to garner solid recognition for his expertise in the tax advisory arena both in Mexico and internationally.

"Federico Scheffler is a very professional lawyer, who is prudent and always keeps us up to date on potential risks."

Gabriela Pellón Martínez
3
Gabriela Pellón Martínez
3
Band 3

Based in Mexico City, partner Gabriela Pellón Martínez benefits from her solid expertise in assisting with tax structuring matters pertaining to transactions in Mexico.

"Gabriela Pellón Martínez is a very professional lawyer, who knows our business well and has a strong expertise in tax issues."

4
Denise Lester N.
4
Band 4

Partner Denise Lester enters the rankings this year after garnering market appreciation for her expertise in tax controversy mandates in Mexico.

"Denise Lester is a very committed and extremely intelligent lawyer who has great expertise in Mexican tax legislation."

"She is always on the lookout for us and has become like a team member of our own company."

Ranked Lawyers at
Galicia Abogados, S.C.

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Mexico

Tax: Controversy

4
Denise Lester N.
4
Band 4
Tax: Non-contentious

Federico Scheffler
3
Federico Scheffler
3
Band 3
Gabriela Pellón Martínez
3
Gabriela Pellón Martínez
3
Band 3

Members

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Alejandra Paniagua

Denise Leslter

Edson Uribe

Federico Scheffler

Federico Scheffler

Head of Department

Fernando Gómez

Fernando Lujan

Gabriela Pellón Martínez

Gabriela Pellón Martínez

Head of Department

Sebastian Ayza

Industries

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Capital Markets

Energy

M&A

Private Equity

Project Finance

Real Estate