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Brigagão, Duque Estrada - Advogados

Tax Non-contentious: The Elite

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The firm has extensive experience in domestic and international tax matters, encompassing direct and indirect tax issues. The practice include judicial and administrative litigation, consulting on any domestic taxation, advice on cross border transactions, tax planning, estate planning, arbitrations, mediations and other settlements of tax disputes.

Regarding tax advisory, issues submitted for the firm’s analysis are carefully handled with the close involvement of the firm’s partners. The firm’s goal is to produce world-class, innovative, and pragmatic solutions for its clients in all legal matters.

Regarding tax litigation (contentious), the firm’s practice covers representation of clients in administrative and judicial procedures in all Brazilian States. This also encompasses a solid presence at the highest administrative courts (federal, state, and municipal taxpayer’s courts) and judicial courts (including the Supreme Court and the Federal Superior Court, in Brasília).

A solid and intensive practice enables the firm to fully meet any demands in the field of taxation.

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Tax Non-contentious: The Elite - Brazil

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Brigagão, Duque Estrada - Advogados is a respected firm with a seasoned team regularly providing advisory services to companies regarding the structuring of their business activities in Brazil. Its clients also benefit from the team's expertise in advising on international tax matters and the fiscal implications of M&A and corporate reorganisations, such as goodwill amortisation and capital gains tax. Its clientele spans various industries, including telecommunications, automotive and healthcare.

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Work Highlights

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  • Brigagão, Duque Estrada advised Lactalis on tax matters related to a corporate reorganisation of its Brazilian operations.

Strengths

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  • Brigagão's lawyers have solid and in-depth knowledge of tax law, as well as the capacity to easily understand the legal aspects of M&A and corporate restructuring transactions.

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  • In our view, what draws the most attention in the Brigagão team is its marriage of technical capacity and a very practical view of our business. Its lawyers deliver strong solutions.

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  • Brigagão's lawyers are dedicated, skilled and always available, offering the best service possible.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gustavo Brigagão
    Gustavo Brigagão

    Gustavo Brigagão

    Gustavo Brigagão is an experienced practitioner who is able to advise clients on tax consultancy issues, including indirect taxes. He is familiar with international clients from the energy, technology and telecommunications industries.

    • Gustavo Brigagão is a skilled, dedicated, attentive and available professional with extensive knowledge of tax matters. A point of reference in the market.

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    • Gustavo Brigagão is one of the most relevant and high-profile tax lawyers in the country.

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  • Roberto Duque Estrada
    Roberto Duque Estrada

    Roberto Duque Estrada

    Roberto Duque Estrada is able to advise clients on non-contentious tax issues, such as income tax and transfer pricing matters.

    • Roberto Duque Estrada is an experienced lawyer who is straightforward when defending his client's interests.

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    • Great in client service, Roberto Duque Estrada has the ability to easily understand the demands passed on to him and respond to difficult questions with simplicity and agility.

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    • Roberto Duque Estrada has technical depth and a strategic positioning, being recognised not only for his legal knowledge, but also for his ability to deliver practical solutions in tough scenarios.

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