Ximena Tercero
Arias1
Tax
Arias‘ ’dedicated and highly experienced’ tax team predominantly advises international clients, leveraging the firm’s extensive network of offices in Central America to provide a full service to investors in the region, including advising on the tax issues relating to company incorporations and M&A, customs matters and available tax incentives. On the contentious front, the team is skilled in representing clients in both criminal and administrative tax and customs disputes, benefitting from the extensive experience of litigation head Mario René Archila. ‘Star lawyer’ Ximena Tercero, who stands out for her expertise in customs law, international trade and transfer pricing, leads the practice. The firm can also call upon a capable pool of junior lawyers, including senior associate Claudia Vega (a key contact for digital services tax) and associate Estaymer Mendoza.
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‘Arias has a dedicated and highly experienced team in Guatemala that leverages its strengths in various related disciplines and is able to respond quickly and provide advice and representation focused on the needs of its clients. Billing has always been transparent and fair.’
‘Ximena Tercero is the star lawyer at Arias Guatemala. Not only does she have in-depth legal knowledge, but she also dedicates her time and effort to providing the best service to her clients. We never have any question that she will meet our agreed deadlines. The professionalism and efficiency of both Ximena and the Guatemala team is unsurpassed.’
‘I have been advised by Ximena Tercero, who is very professional and has an impressive work ethic. There are very few professionals in the region with her expertise. Ximena is very respectful, but she also makes you feel confident that Arias represents you and they are your lawyers.’
‘The plus that makes their lawyers stand out is their willingness to support us and their professionalism. We also appreciate the human side and sensitivity of Arias' team and we have deep admiration for them.’
‘The team are agile and provide accurate advice on the legal concepts. They are friendly and willing to resolve our concerns and provide solutions in the most expeditious way possible.’
‘Ximena Terceros stands out for her client service, excellence and punctuality, as well as providing a prompt response to requests.’
‘Arias has a high-quality tax team in Guatemala. They know in depth the tax benefits granted by law and the parameters to obtain them. They also have excellent contacts from other disciplines so they can help clients to obtain these benefits. They are kind, committed people and very quick in their responses.’
‘The quality of the client service and friendliness stands out compared to other law firms. Ximena Tercero is committed and quick-thinking, with great knowledge of legal issues in Guatemala.’
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