Julio César García Muñoz
KPMG Abogados, Spain3
Tax
Praised for its ‘deep technical knowledge', KPMG Abogados, Spain stands out for its comprehensive tax offering, covering corporate income tax, international tax, M&A, transfer pricing, and tax litigation. The team is also highly skilled in real estate and financial services tax matters, as well as customs and excise duties. Alberto Estrelles sits at the helm of the practice and is ably supported by Natalia Pastor, who focuses on VAT and indirect tax work; Jose Diaz-Faes, who is noted for his expertise in international tax and global transfer pricing issues; and Julio César García Muñoz, who specialises in corporate tax matters and tax litigation at the national and EU levels.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Deep technical knowledge combined with a commercial and creative approach.’
‘Constant search for creative solutions to complex situations.’
‘Very knowledgeable on Spanish tax law. Good advice on structuring an acquisition by a foreign corporation.’
‘English language communication was excellent. Broad knowledge. Provide clear explanations of Spanish tax law.’
‘Business and sector knowledge.’
‘Availability and tax expertise. Julio Cesar García stands out in the practice.’
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- Inditex
- Microsoft
- BBVA
- Repsol
- Banco de España
- Telefonica
- Ferrovial
- Melia Hotels International
- Siemens Gamesa
Work highlights
- Acted for DISA in a case before the CJEU, which declared the Special Tax on Hydrocarbons (TH) incompatible with EU law.
- Represented two of the seven main operators in the fuel energy sector in the challenge of the non-tax patrimonial benefit established on a temporary basis.
- Advised CPPIB on all tax aspects of the purchase of a 24.99% stake in FCC Medio Ambiente.
Lawyers
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alberto Estrelles