Tax | Latin America

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.

Pérez Bustamante & Ponce's practice group is highly acclaimed for having a stellar team of tax specialists in Ecuador. It acts as counsel to leading clients on a wide range of tax mandates, including tax structuring for corporate transactions and tax planning. The practice group has a strong track record representing clients in contentious tax matters such as administrative litigation and judicial actions. Pérez Bustamante & Ponce also assists individuals with estate planning and wealth management.

Lexvalor Abogados has an experienced tax practice group in Ecuador with a strong market presence and an important portfolio of domestic and international clients. The department routinely advises on tax assessments and international tax structuring, with additional expertise in handling contentious mandates related to transfer pricing, double taxation treaties and the reimbursement of tax credits. Lexvalor Abogados also has expertise advising on international trade regulations and customs law.

Bustamante Fabara has an active tax department within a well-regarded local full-service firm. The department advises on a wide range of matters, such as tax litigation before the Ecuadorian IRS, double taxation treaties and tax planning for local and international clients. Bustamante Fabara's client portfolio includes notable names from the oil and gas, retail and insurance sectors.

ROBALINO is a renowned local firm with noted expertise in the Ecuadorian tax arena. The team advises domestic and international clients from the financial, transportation and consumer goods industries on the tax implications of M&A transactions, transfer pricing and international taxation matters. ROBALINO is also well placed to assist clients with related disputes, including claims against the Ecuadorian tax and customs authorities.

Spingarn continues to garner praise by clients and peers. The Quito-based legal department is active in the Ecuadorian tax environment, representing local clients and international corporations. The firm's expertise encompasses tax planning as well as tax litigation.