Department profile
Facio & Cañas

Tax

Latin America Guide 2027 : Costa Rica


Facio & Cañas

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About

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Faycatax, our Tax Department, is the leading tax expert in the country. We provide support and advice to our clients during tax audits performed by the Tax Administration, defend them in court cases and advise them on fiscal matters related to the organization and operation of partnerships and corporations, corporate restructuring; mergers and acquisitions.

Our team of advisers consists of lawyers and accountants with a vast experience in their related field.  Our services include: (i) tax-planning service to profit and non-profit organizations; (ii) guidance for international clients doing business in Costa Rica, as well as national corporations involved in foreign investments; (iii) diagnostics for tax prevention; (iv) compliance monitoring and Tax return  processing; and (v) advice regarding compliance with obligations related to transfer pricing.

We are also responsible for the first tax community on line with “Taxation ABC", available for all kind of queries. This site includes and identifies upcoming tax calendar deadlines to pay declarations and taxes. Is used like reference to companies, government and others law firms.

Chambers Review

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Tax - Costa Rica

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Facio & Cañas is a market-leading tax heavyweight offering a wealth of experience advising clients on contentious and transactional cases. The law firm is regularly instructed by notable Costa Rican and international clients from the retail, technology and financial services sectors. The strong team is well placed to handle tax litigation, particularly before the administrative authorities, and is also adept at advising on tax restructuring, transfer pricing and free trade zones.

Work Highlights

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  • Facio & Cañas advised Grupo Financiero Improsa on disputes arising from income tax adjustments across multiple fiscal years, representing its bank in proceedings before administrative courts and tax authorities.

Strengths

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  • Facio & Cañas has a highly competent team with strong capabilities in tax matters. Their attention and service are always excellent, and the team is consistently accessible. The lawyers demonstrate strong business acumen and have earned our trust.

    Tax respondentLatin America
  • Facio & Cañas has extensive experience and technical expertise in tax matters, supported by highly qualified and renowned lawyers. The firm also offers strong capabilities at the regional level.

    Tax respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Adrián Torrealba
    Band 1Adrián Torrealba

    Adrián Torrealba

    Market-leading practitioner and co-head of department Adrián Torrealba maintains a prominent profile in tax litigation and corporate income tax matters.

    • Adrián Torrealba is a valuable strategic ally to our business who provides strong client service combined with a clear commercial vision.

      Tax respondentLatin America
    • Adrián Torrealba is a highly qualified professional with extensive experience and vision. His ability to analyse each case is exceptional, and he delivers a high level of sophistication in his work.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Band 2José María Oreamuno
    Band 2José María Oreamuno

    José María Oreamuno

    José María Oreamuno enjoys solid market recognition for his activity advising clients on noteworthy tax matters in Costa Rica, particularly litigation and administrative procedures.
    • José María Oreamuno consistently provides strong client service and significant added value to our business, delivering excellent technical solutions.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchModesto Vargas
    Associates to watchModesto Vargas

    Modesto Vargas

    Associate-to-watch Modesto Vargas is praised by peers and clients alike for his activity in the tax field in Costa Rica. He frequently handles tax litigation, tax assessments and tax adjustments.

    • Modesto Vargas is a lawyer who delivers a high level of sophistication in his work and, through his extensive knowledge of tax law, provides clients with peace of mind.

      Tax respondentLatin America

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Costa Rica

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