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Araúz Advogados

Tax: Paraná

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Araúz Advogados

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  • Practice & Specialization: Highly regarded for its deep expertise in federal and state tax regimes, serving a prominent client base in Paraná. The department specializes in high-complexity sectors, with a powerful reputation in the Agro-industrial, Biodiesel, and Food Production markets.
  • Work Types: Leads strategic tax planning and corporate restructurings, administrative and judicial tax litigation, and robust asset recovery. The team frequently advises on the optimization of export-related tax credits, complex state VAT (ICMS) structures, social security contributions, and specialized tax frameworks for cooperative networks.
  • Key Capabilities & Highlights:
    • Incentives & Subsidies: Proven track record in securing federal and state tax incentives, including complex investment subsidies and credit compensation procedures.
    • Administrative Defense: Strong capability in developing innovative legal theories to secure tax credits and exemptions, successfully challenging state tax authorities in complex disputes.
  • Market Reputation & Approach: Built on a rigorous, business-oriented methodology, the practice seamlessly integrates advanced legal analysis with local market realities. The department achieves fiscal compliance and maximum financial efficiency for clients through technical publications, sector discussions, and a consistent history of success in high-exposure tax litigation.

Chambers Review

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Tax: Paraná - Brazil

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Araúz Advogados is a traditional full-service law firm in Paraná whose tax practice garners strong praise from the market. The team is routinely retained by local agribusiness companies to assist with special regime and tax credit recognition litigation, particularly those related to ICMS and PIS/Cofins.

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Strengths

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  • Araúz's knowledgeable tax lawyers give us a great deal of reassurance and peace of mind in our decision-making.

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  • Araúz is a firm specialised in tax matters with a strong understanding of the agribusiness sector.

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  • A firm with deep and practical legal knowledge, Araúz provides us with excellent service in tax litigation.

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  • Accessible and reliable, Araúz’s tax lawyers clearly explain all procedures and keep clients well informed about the progress of their cases.

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  • Handling each case with rigour and dedication, Araúz's tax team meticulously analyses case details and presents a range of strategic options.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gabriel Placha
    Gabriel Placha

    Gabriel Placha

    Gabriel Placha is a lawyer particularly active in tax credit recognition claims in Paraná. He frequently assists local agribusiness companies with these matters.

    • Gabriel Placha has always given us reassurance and peace of mind in our decision-making. He has very robust knowledge of tax law and is the person I turn to for my most challenging cases.

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    • Gabriel Placha is always willing to assist with our tax needs in Paraná and uses his experience and expertise to find the best solutions.

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    • Gabriel Placha understands the tax challenges at hand and develops defence strategies in alignment with the client. This approach consistently delivers significant victories and strong results.

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