Contexto Legal S.A.

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Contexto Legal S.A. secures praise from sources for its ‘concrete and practical answers’. The Medellín-based firm is best known for its work in the tax planning field, for both families and enterprises. It also has experience in litigation against national and municipal tax authorities, as well as transactional tax. Department head Federico Escobar maintains a broad practice focus that spans tax, estate planning, customs and foreign trade. Associate Marcela García Ciro is also active in tax matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team demonstrated understanding of the various topics to be analysed. It provided concrete and practical answers, with excellent technical quality.’
  • ‘We recommend lawyers for their closeness and availability to address priority issues.’

Key clients

  • Evonik Industries
  • Choucair Testing
  • Lasa
  • Transportes Rápido Ochoa
  • 1 2 Tree
  • International Flavors & Fragrances Colombia
  • Visdecol
  • Farmfolio
  • Cueros Velez
  • Ferrovial
  • Prebel

Work highlights

  • Represented Transportes Rápido Ochoa in litigation against a municipality regarding industry and commerce tax.
  • Advised Prebel on day-to-day tax matters concerning its international suppliers.
  • Advised Visdecol on implementing a tax-planning structure for the shareholders and the company.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Federico Escobar