With deep knowledge of tax and customs regulation, the practice at CorralRosales attracts instructions from a multitude of clients, most notably multinationals, seeking assistance with tax assessment procedures, due diligence processes and the tax aspects of corporate and financing transactions. In addition, the firm is singled out for its contentious expertise, and proficiency in international tax and customs matters. At the helm is customs expert Andrea Moya, who regularly advises international companies doing business in Ecuador and local companies looking to expand abroad. Xavier Rosales takes the lead on transactional work. Key support is offered by Fernanda Inga, who joined as senior associate from the Customs Authority in June 2023, and associate María José Flores, who excels in reimbursement claims and customs matters.

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Key clients

  • Payless ShoeSource
  • United Parcel Service
  • COPA Airlines
  • Ferrero
  • Omnibus (General Motors)
  • Location World
  • Nestlé
  • Raúl Coka Barriga Cia
  • Münich Re
  • Hannover Re
  • BAYERPROINTEC (INDRA)
  • PETROLIA (REPSOL)
  • La Tablita
  • Novopan del Ecuador
  • Millpolimerosericssonrobert Bosch

Work highlights

  • Advised Petrolia Ecuador on a challenge against the settlement issued by the public company of hydrocarbons of Ecuador.
  • Advised Novopan del Ecuador on the analysis of the payment of contributions and initiation of claims for reimbursement before the tax agency.
  • Advised Millpolimeros on the analysis of the tax benefits applicable to a new investment to be made by the client.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Andrea Moya