Tax
Consortium Legal
More informationConsortium Legal is renowned for the depth and breadth of its tax offering, using the firm’s full-service and multi-jurisdictional model to its advantage when advising on a wide range of local and cross-border tax matters. Commended by clients for its ‘knowledge and experience in international taxation’, the team frequently advises on the tax aspects of foreign investments, including M&A and real estate transactions, and related issues such as customs tax and transfer pricing. The firm also has an enviable reputation in tax litigation, handling both civil and criminal cases before Guatemala’s highest courts. The four-partner team includes Alfredo Rodríguez (who has extensive experience in transactional tax), Olga María Meléndez (a standout in both contentious and non-contentious matters), Mario Estuardo Archila (a high-profile name for tax disputes) and David Erales (who leads the tax litigation practice). Associate Alejandra Fuentes-Pieruccini garners praise for her expertise in cross-border matters.
Testimonials
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‘Consortium's knowledge regarding the subject of taxation is invaluable. They definitely have the desired and required expertise, which gives clients peace of mind.’
‘I like that they follow up on cases, in addition to the fact that their knowledge of the subject is indisputable.’
‘Our requirements are attended to quickly. Knowledge and experience in international taxation.’
‘Alejandra Fuentes-Pieruccini has knowledge and experience in international taxation, which allows her to provide advice in this area. Her assistance and availability to attend to the client's needs undoubtedly make her stand out.’
Key clients
- Citibank
- Colgate-Palmolive
- Banco de los Trabajadores
- Lancasco
- Banco Industrial
- CMI
- Grupo Cofiño Stahl
- Tigo
- United Airlines
- Grupo Tecún
- PepsiCo
- Radio Televisión Guatemala
- Televisiete
- Desarrollos San Jose
- Asociación de Azucareros de Guatemala
- Asociación de Importadores de Vehículos
- Inversiones y Bienes del Atlántico
- Spectrum
- Asociación de Importadores de Motocicletas
- Fresh del Monte
- Sopesa
- Grupo Lattice
- Grupo Entero
- Grupo Licorero de Guatemala
- Banco de Antigua
Work highlights
- Advising a fintech client on the application of VAT law.
- Advising a real estate developer on the new criteria regarding capital gains tax on the transfer of real estate.
- Advising vehicle importers and distributors on the proposed tax exemptions on electric and hybrid cars.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alfredo Rodríguez, Olga Meléndez, David Erales, Mario Estuardo Archila