Alberto Benshimol
Partner
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Tax
D'Empaire
More informationThe ‘sophisticated tax practice’ at D'Empaire has extensive experience in advising on all aspects of tax law for domestic and multinational companies, financial institutions, private equity funds and individuals. On the corporate tax side, the team advises on the tax implications of corporate matters, including reorganisations and spin-offs, while in the international taxation sphere, the team handles matters for international banks and multinationals, as well as leading firms in other jurisdictions. The team is also skilled in representing multinationals in tax litigation; Humberto Romero-Muci is highly experienced in this field. Alberto Benshimol advises on corporate tax and international taxation, while José Valecillos is noted for his advice to both private clients and multinational companies.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm has a very sophsiticated tax practice. The quality of their legal analysis is very high and I can completely trust their advice.’
‘They are very analytical and can handle the complex legal work very well.’
‘Knowledge in tax matters and investigative capacity, availability of trial lawyers, extensive experience.’
‘The team stands out for the quality and technical depth of the consultations, and the professional competence of Humberto Romero-Muci in tax matters.’
‘I would like to mention the academic and professional strength of the professionals in the firm, and the quality and excellence of the deliverables. Their response times are top notch.’
‘Working with Humberto Romero-Muci is a pleasure; he is a national benchmark in this field. His response times and follow-up on the issues entrusted to him are impeccable. I would like to highlight the excellence of its document deliverables.’
‘The team is technically strong, as well as offering an advantage in critical matters and constantly working on innovative issues and approaches.’
‘They listen to the client, analyse their arguments and support them using this knowledge.’
Key clients
- Weatherford
- Colgate-Palmolive
- Brown-Forman Corporation
- Mercado Libre
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Mapfre
- Bekaert
- Vepica
- Ubii Pagos
Work highlights
- Advising Weatherford on tax matters in relation to its activities in the Venezuelan energy sector.
- Advising Colgate-Palmolive Venezuela on the tax aspects of its operations in Venezuela, including income tax and the tax side of financial transactions.
- Assisted Brown-Forman Corporation with tax and customs matters related to its $725m acquisition of the Diplomático rum brand.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Humberto Romero-Muci
Partner
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
José Valecillos
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Humberto Romero-Muci