Tax: Non-contentious

Alejandro Barrera Fernández benefits from his solid experience in assisting clients with both contentious and non-contentious tax matters in Mexico.

"Alejandro Barrera Fernández is very committed, both to his clients and to his work."

Partner Gerardo Nieto is highlighted as an expert in the tax controversy ambit in Mexico. He is frequently instructed by clients to assist with audits, appeals and VAT refund matters.

"Gerardo Nieto is a very experienced, frank and professional lawyer. He always explains complex issues to us in an understandable and step-by-step way."

Mexico City-based partner Gil Zenteno García co-heads the firm's tax department and maintains a solid reputation as a tax controversy practitioner.

"Gil Zenteno García is flexible and professional. He is very available and adapts well to our ways of working."

Up-and-coming partner Francisco Matus joins the ranking this year following support from market commentators for his prowess in providing tax advisory and regulatory counselling on the legal tax framework in Mexico.

"Francisco Matus has excellent knowledge of international taxation issues, particularly those that involve the United States."