In the tax arena, Cuatrecasas is experienced in issues pertaining to tax optimisation and structuring procedures, often for clients in the engineering, private equity and utilities sectors. Known for its expertise in tax compliance, the firm also handles audit procedures and advanced VAT refunds. The experienced Juan Pablo Porto oversees the practice, and is ably supported by principal associate Giorgio Balza, who advises private clients on wealth management, and associates Stephanie Torres and Alisson Gálvez, who concentrate on tax litigation and M&A-related tax concerns, respectively.

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Key clients

  • Port Logistics
  • Consorcio Constructor Ductos del Sur
  • Odebrecht Peru Ingenieria y Construccion
  • AyF Wiese
  • Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • Corporación Sehover
  • Tubos y Perfiles Metálicos
  • Yinson Renewables
  • Grupo Forte
  • Transportes y Almacenamiento de Líquidos
  • Concesionaria Chavimochic

Work highlights

  • Advising Port Logistics on a complex audit by SUNAT for the fiscal year 2020, relating to non-deductible tax expenses and the tax basis of certain transactions.
  • Advising Consorcio Constructor on the audit procedure by SUNAT concerning the recognition of income based on the Percentage of Completion method, for fiscal year 2017.
  • Advising Yinson Renewables on the acquisition of 100% of the shares of GR Cortarrama.

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.

Juan Pablo Porto