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Provided by Bergstein Abogados

Bergstein Tax Department is recognized as one of the strongest in the country. In 2015, International Tax Review acclaimed Bergstein as Uruguay’s tax law firm of the year. Tax related services given by the firm include: tax planning for both corporations and individuals; calculation of Personal Income Tax as regards foreign sourced income; corporate tax planning; assessment of tax implications in connection with investment projects; analysis of local tax implications of corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions and spinoffs; and legal representation in tax litigation at both administrative and judicial levels.

The most visible projects include:

  • Tax advice to the sellers in the sale of the stock ownership pertaining to one of the two large pulp mills in the country (Botnia - UPM).
  • Tax advice to French hotel group in connection with the implications of its global reorganization under Uruguayan tax laws.
  • Tax advice to a pharmaceutical company in connection with the purchase of a plant in Uruguay and previous tax due diligence.
  • Negotiation of a advanced pricing agreement (APA) with Uruguay’s Tax Office.
  • Administrative defense in connection with the tax implications of a re-domiciliation process.
  • Transfer pricing studies.



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Tax - Uruguay

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What the Team is Known For

Bergstein Abogados boasts a highly regarded tax practice providing a wide range of advisory services. The team routinely handles individual and international tax planning, as well as providing assistance on tax matters relating to transfer pricing and free trade zones. The department also boasts expertise advising on administrative tax claims, social security and tax liabilities related to acquisitions. The group is often seen assisting key multinational companies from the technology and finance industries.

Work Highlights

  • Bergstein Abogados advised JP Morgan on the tax implications of a receivables purchase agreement.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Domingo Pereira Laporta
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Domingo Pereira Laporta
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Experienced partner Domingo Pereira Laporta wins praise from the market for his active presence in the Uruguayan tax arena. He has noted experience assisting international clients with tax structuring and due diligence.

Domingo Pereira Laporta is an excellent professional who is attentive and possesses a high technical level and efficiency. He is extremely responsible with deadlines and shows quality of work.

Jonás Bergstein
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Jonás Bergstein
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Highly regarded partner Jonás Bergstein continues to be held in high esteem by clients for his experience in the tax sphere in Uruguay.

Jonás Bergstein is an excellent and experienced tax attorney who provides clear, assertive advice and is also very proactive in presenting alternatives.

Ranked Lawyers at
Bergstein Abogados

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Domingo Pereira Laporta
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Domingo Pereira Laporta
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Band 2
Jonás Bergstein
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Jonás Bergstein
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