TozziniFreire Advogados fields a strong team of tax lawyers who are ‘very well prepared technically’ and ’always available for any discussions, whether simple or complex’. Contentious and non-contentious advice is provided across all of the key tax disciplines, including direct tax, indirect tax and customs law. Gustavo Nygaard jointly leads the team with Renata Emery, who is ‘very analytical and profound in her analyses’ of tax planning, litigation and cross-border transactions. Noted for his 'excellent communication' skills, Jerry Levers de Abreu has a keen focus on indirect taxation, while Erlan Valverde has developed a good name for corporate tax. Other lead partners include Ricardo Maitto, who is especially active in assisting multinationals (with a special focus on the pharmaceutical sector) in corporate reorganisations, M&A and strategic tax litigation, and Thiago Medaglia, ’a professional with a vast repertoire in the tax sphere’, including customs and social security matters. Lisandra Pacheco stands out for her in-depth knowledge of indirect taxes and global trade.
Testimonials
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‘The firm pays special attention to detailing the business so that the advice is adequate. When the need for interaction with other colleagues is identified, it is promptly provided.’
‘Ricardo Maitto - technical knowledge, personalised advice and availability.'
Key clients
- Whirlpool
- Diageo
Work highlights
- Assisting Hyster-Yale Materials Handling in the design and tax planning of a new line of business.
- Assisting GE Healthcare in the review of its Brazil operations including how to approach taxation for imported equipment containing software as well as local sales in general.