Tax: Non-contentious
Latin America Guide 2025 : Mexico
Band 3
About
Provided by SMPS Legal
SMPS Legal is a leader in the optimization of tax structures and M&A tax related issues. The Tax team fully integrates consulting and litigation Tax Practice, whereby each member of the SMPS Legal Tax team is uniquely qualified to provide both consulting and litigation services, with a clear vision of the financial and legal aspects of every issue concerning the client.
The team assists clients in complex cross-border transactions involving financial technicalities and contingencies banking on the strong financial and litigation backgrounds of all its members. This directly translates into a comprehensive handling of each case, tailored to better serve the client and providing tangible added value thereto.
SMPS Legal offers multidisciplinary advice in all matters related to tax, enforcement of international treaties and implementation of national and foreign structures for residents in Mexico and abroad, as well as tax and administrative litigation.
Chambers Review
SMPS Legal possesses a noted practice group in Mexico City and assists national and international clients with a variety of non-contentious tax mandates. The legal team advises on tax matters related to corporate transactions, including restructurings and M&A. SMPS Legal's clientele encompasses retail, technology, and food and beverages companies. Apple Leisure Group counts among SMPS Legal's new client additions.
Work Highlights
- SMPS Legal acted as counsel toVidrio Formas' stakeholders on the Mexican tax aspects of the sale of a majority stake to BA Glass.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"SMPS Legal is a one-stop shop for advice on tax matters. The lawyers are always available and they provide high responsiveness, as well as great knowledge of the federal tax code."
"SMPS Legal is a one-stop shop for advice on tax matters. The lawyers are always available and they provide high responsiveness, as well as great knowledge of the federal tax code."
Notable Practitioners
Noteworthy partner Jorge San Martin Elizondo co-leads the firm's tax department and earns plaudits for his non-contentious tax practice in Mexico, which includes advising on the tax structure for transactions.
"Jorge San Martin Elizondo is an excellent tax advisor with strong experience, knowledge, great insight and the ability to solve complex problems."
Key partner Luis Curiel Piña continues to receive noteworthy praise from interviewees for his expertise in tax litigation.
"Luis Curiel Piña is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience in tax matters. He is empathetic and focused on the client's needs."
Up-and-coming partner Francisco Carbajal joins the rankings this year after peers and clients alike endorse his activity in non-contentious tax mandates in Mexico.
"Francisco Carbajal is a highly talented and skilled individual with a fantastic set of skills. He provides an amazing client service and responsiveness."
Ranked Lawyers at
SMPS Legal
Mexico
Members
Provided by SMPS Legal
Elsa Sánchez-Urtiz
Francisco Carbajal
Head of Department
Leonardo González
Margarita Álvarez
Mari Yoli Wulf
Clients
Provided by SMPS Legal
Atco
Cimbra Capital
Danone (Bonafont)
Fortem Capital
Grupo Axo
Interprotección
Invekra
KIO Networks
Sanfer
europastry
liquido
Industries
Provided by SMPS Legal
Construction and Materials
Energy
Insurance
Others
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Private Equity Funds
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail