Tax

Uría Menéndez

Client Satisfaction

Equipped with ‘deep knowledge across various legal areas’, Uría Menéndez’s tax team is a popular choice for a diverse range of clients, including large corporations, financial institutions, private equity and investment funds, majority shareholders, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), and family offices. The team excels in transactional matters, particularly in company migrations, equity and finance restructuring, and capital markets deals. Practice head Víctor Viana Barral offers extensive expertise in transactional tax matters, including M&A, corporate restructuring and real estate deals. Miguel Cremades leads on tax and customs procedure work, while David López Pombo is a key figure in tax litigation and investigations. Violeta Pina specialises in transfer pricing and the application of the FATCA and CRS rules.

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Testimonials

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‘Uría Menéndez's tax team is known for its practical and decisive approach, delivering out-of-the-box solutions that go beyond legal frameworks to offer comprehensive advice.’
‘Their outstanding human quality complements their technical expertise, ensuring empathy and personalised recommendations tailored to clients' personal and professional needs.'
‘Uría stands out for its deep knowledge across various legal areas, a realistic approach that avoids overpromising, and a commitment to clear and pragmatic advice.’
‘Their availability and accessibility, even during inconvenient hours, set them apart.’
‘Collaboration is integral to their approach, ensuring well-coordinated, cross-departmental solutions. Their tailored tax solutions are both preventive and responsive, maximising value while mitigating risks.’
‘Technological integration further enhances their service, simplifying document exchange and case management through modern methods, creating efficiency and ease for clients.’
‘Víctor Viana is a key contact in tax matters, known for his technical perfection, accessibility, and client-first mindset, contrasting with more rigid competitors. His approach inspires trust and delivers effective solutions.’

Key clients

Telefónica
Banco Santander
BBVA
Goldman Sachs
Blackstone
Coca Cola EP
Banco Sabadell
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
Lone Star
UBS
Angelo Gordon
Tristan Capital Partners
Porcelanosa
Klepierre
Grupo Safra
Neinor Homes
UCI
Acciona
CCR (Brasil)
Repsol
Ferrovial
Unicaja
Alcoa
BNP Paribas
Metrovacesa
Visma International
Advent
Magnum Capital
Asterion
Vitro
Grupo LAR
MyInvestor
HSBC Global Services
Citigroup Global Markets
Ace Entertainment
GS Funds (Ireland)

Work highlights

Advised Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) on the second phase of the acquisition of 17 hotels owned by Equity Inmuebles, S.L.
Advised Testa Residencial Socimi on the refinancing of Testa Residencial’s syndicated, mortgage-secured corporate debt.
Advised Palex on the Apax Partners’ acquisition of a majority stake in Palex, the leading distributor of high-value-added MedTech equipment and solutions, from Fremman, Ergon Capital Partners and Corpfin Capital.

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