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D'Empaire

Tax

Latin America Guide 2027 : Venezuela

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D'Empaire

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Provided by D'Empaire

D'Empaire provides a wide range of tax planning for our corporate and private clients and advice on the tax implications of local and cross-border transactions. D'Empaire has represented clients in essentially every industry segment. D’Empaire has also been involved in most relevant tax litigations of recent years, including several multi-million dollar transfer pricing disputes.

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Tax - Venezuela

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

D'Empaire is a full-service firm that boasts a distinguished team with a strong reputation in the Venezuelan tax arena. The firm's client portfolio includes leading multinational companies from sectors such as pharmaceuticals, insurance, banking and financial services. The department demonstrates notable expertise in the tax aspects of cross-border M&A transactions and financing arrangements. Its highly regarded bench of practitioners is also well placed to advise on tax disputes, including administrative proceedings.

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Work Highlights

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  • D'Empaire represented Columbus Networks Venezuela in two tax litigation matters concerning the treatment of unrealised exchange differences as taxable income and appeals against tax reassessments for prior fiscal years.

Strengths

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  • The D'Empaire team has strong expertise in tax matters, and its partners have an in-depth understanding of the market. The team provides excellent service, consistently meets deadlines and is often able to anticipate challenges before they arise.

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  • The lawyers at D'Empaire are characterised by their strong communication, availability, responsiveness and extensive expertise. They consistently deliver an exceptional level of service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Humberto Romero-Muci
    Humberto Romero-Muci

    Humberto Romero-Muci

    Stellar partner Humberto Romero-Muci heads the firm's tax department and is experienced in handling a range of contentious and non-contentious tax mandates. He advises significant international clients on the fiscal implications of cross-border transactions and tax litigation proceedings.

    • Humberto Romero-Muci is a true legend in the profession. We have an exceptionally high opinion of him.

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    • Humberto is an excellent professional who is attentive to the needs of the organisation.

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  • José Valecillos
    José Valecillos

    José Valecillos

    Adept partner José Valecillos continues to advise clients on the tax aspects of transactions, including inbound investments and acquisitions. He is also well placed to assist clients with contentious tax proceedings.

    • José Valecillos' extensive knowledge and understanding of the legal situation facilitate a quick understanding of the issues raised, allowing him to offer possible scenarios and solutions with legal certainty.

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