Tax
Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga‘s tax practice is led by accountant and of counsel Julio López, whose specialities include international and domestic tax planning, double taxation matters, and advising on the tax implications of M&A. He is supported by the ’highly meticulous and analytical' senior associate Martin Montoro, who focuses on the tax structuring of investments, tax litigation and tax matters relating to international projects. Additional skills of the group include tax due diligence and business structuring, for which it is frequently instructed by financial, construction and energy-sector clients.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Very solid technical support; depth of analysis.’
‘Martin Montoro is highly meticulous and analytical. He is very efficient in meeting his objectives and has a strong understanding of the business of his clients.’
‘Martin Montoro demonstrates diligence in his tax work, offering different paths for tax optimization at the lowest cost.’
‘They are very friendly lawyers that provide quick and solid responses.’
‘Martin Montoro was excellent, responding in a timely manner, demonstrating experience and knowledge, as well as adequate follow-up.’
‘Martin Montoro is always willing and available to help.’
- ‘Julio López is an experienced professional with great tax knowledge and a commendable attitude.’
‘It is a very professional team that provides clear and specific responses. The lawyers are very well-equipped to advise commercial sector-clients. In particular, Martin Montoro's advice on tax matters is fantastic.'
Key clients
- Banco Santander
- Copasa
- Viscofan
- Importers and Wholesalers Association
- Arcos Dorados
- LambdaClass
- Zapag Group
- Mondelez
- Quantik Group
- Oikocredit
Work highlights
- Assisted Mondelez with a customs post-clearance audit conducted by the National Customs Directorate regarding customs compliance on food importation and a risk assessment on potential tax determinations.
- Advised Banco Santander on tax issues arising from a business structure for the acquisition of Phoenix, and a later restructuring of its holding company in Uruguay.
- Assisted Lesaffre with a tax impact assessment relating to its acquisition of Levapan's operations in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Julio López