Tax Non-contentious: Highly Regarded - Brazil
What the team is known for
Castro Barros Advogados is a Rio de Janeiro-based firm assisting companies operating in the energy, telecommunications and retail sectors with the fiscal aspects of commercial mandates such as M&A and corporate restructuring, including tax planning and transfer pricing advice. The team has experience handling matters involving both direct and indirect taxes, such as IRPJ and CSLL, as well as ICMS, PIS and COFINS.
Strengths
"Castro Barros stand out for their remarkable helpfulness and unwavering dedication to customers. Their availability and willingness to go above and beyond expectations to ensure our understanding and satisfaction have made them a reliable and valuable business partner."
"It is a firm with excellent professionals who are technical and up to date."
Notable practitioners
Co-head of department André Gomes de Oliveira maintains his tax practice handling matters related to corporate reorganisations, transfer pricing and cost sharing agreements, among others. He advises on direct and indirect taxes. "André is an outstanding lawyer, very well prepared to deal with corporate matters." "André demonstrates an exceptional level of expertise and dedication to this highly complex field. His knowledge of international tax laws, bilateral agreements and tax treaties is truly remarkable."