Iván Chu
Latin America Guide 2025
Band 3 : Tax
About
Provided by Iván Chu
Practice Areas
Ivan specializes in providing strategic tax advisory services for local and international operations involving high-net worth individuals and families. His practice encompasses a range of private wealth law aspects, including tax considerations for banking and finance projects and broader corporate tax advisory services.
He is particularly recognized for his expertise in devising tax-efficient structures for mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, and various investment projects. With a focus on practical solutions, Ivan continues to excel as a leading figure in this specialized field.
Career
Before he joined the Firm, he was partner and co-founder of CDA Lawyers, partner at Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Perez Law Firm and partner at Rebaza, Alcazar & De Las Casas Lawyers. He also worked for the Chief Counsel Office for the Internal Revenue Service – IRS in Washington D.C, and at the Legal National Intendancy of the Peruvian Tax Administration – SUNAT.
Professional Memberships
As an active member of legal organizations, Ivan has notably served as a Director at the Peruvian Institute of Taxation Law (IPDT) and contributes to the Tax Committee of the Private Corporate Institutions National Confederation (CONFIEP). He is also a member of the Lima Bar Association.
Languages Spoken
Spanish and English.
Chambers Review
Latin America
Iván Chu comes highly recommended by clients for his activity in the Peruvian tax sphere. He is called upon to provide advice on tax aspects of major corporate reorganisations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We have worked closely with Iván Chu, who has the skill to explain complex matters in simple and concise ways. He has a solid understanding of Peruvian tax law and jurisprudence."
"We have worked closely with Iván Chu, who has the skill to explain complex matters in simple and concise ways. He has a solid understanding of Peruvian tax law and jurisprudence."