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Galicia Abogados, S.C.

Tax: Non-contentious

Latin America Guide 2027 : Mexico


Galicia Abogados, S.C.

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Provided by Galicia Abogados, S.C.

Our Tax practice spans planning, advisory, controversy, and litigation for domestic and international companies, financial institutions, and investment funds navigating one of the region's most complex tax environments, nearly thirty professionals, five partners, one of Mexico's most comprehensive tax platforms.

We don't just resolve tax disputes, we prevent them. Deep expertise structuring M&A, capital markets, energy, and infrastructure transactions, plus specialized capability in FIBRAs, FICAPs, CERPIs, and cross-border investment vehicles, gives clients tax-efficient structures built for certainty from day one.

When controversy is unavoidable, our Tax Litigation team delivers: transfer pricing, international and digital-economy taxation, and landmark precedents secured before the Federal Administrative Court and the Mexican Supreme Court, one integrated team combining prevention, efficiency, and courtroom results.

Industries (7)

  • M&A
  • Private Equity
  • Capital Markets
  • Project Finance
  • Real Estate & Hospitality
  • Private Wealth
  • Energy

Chambers Review

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Tax: Non-contentious - Mexico

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Galicia Abogados is a renowned Mexican firm boasting a solid tax advisory and controversy department. Based in Mexico City and Monterrey, the legal team brings recognised experience in the tax component of corporate and financial matters to bear on the design of efficient tax structures. The department is also noted for its experience handling tax controversies such as tax refund claims, administrative appeals and tax audits.

Work Highlights

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  • Galicia Abogados advised GE Vernova on the Mexican tax aspects of the separation of its joint venture with Xignux and its USD5.28 billion acquisition of Prolec GE.

Strengths

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  • What stands out about Galicia Abogados is its technical legal expertise and its ability to identify key differentiators and opportunities for improvement.

    Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • The lawyers at Galicia Abogados are shrewd negotiators who are highly technical, understand our sense of urgency and have a keen eye for detail.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Federico Scheffler
    Band 3Federico Scheffler

    Federico Scheffler

    Noted partner Federico Scheffler continues to garner solid recognition for his expertise in the tax advisory arena both in Mexico and internationally.
    • Federico Scheffler is a very well-prepared tax practitioner who provides an excellent service.

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  • Band 3Gabriela Pellón Martínez
    Band 3Gabriela Pellón Martínez

    Gabriela Pellón Martínez

    Based in Mexico City, partner Gabriela Pellón Martínez benefits from her solid expertise in assisting with tax structuring matters pertaining to transactions in Mexico.
  • Band 4Denise Lester N.
    Band 4Denise Lester N.

    Denise Lester N.

    Partner Denise Lester continues to garner market appreciation for her expertise in tax controversy mandates in Mexico.

    • Denise Lester is committed to her clients and understands their needs. She consistently delivers excellence.

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  • Band 4Edson Uribe
    Band 4Edson Uribe

    Edson Uribe

    Respected lawyer Edson Uribe continues obtaining endorsement for his activity in Mexico's tax controversy sphere. He benefits from his previous experience working for PRODECON.

  • Band 4Eduardo Michán Escobar
    Band 4Eduardo Michán Escobar

    Eduardo Michán Escobar

    Experienced partner Eduardo Michán Escobar continues to be active in non-contentious tax matters, such as tax aspects of corporate structuring.

  • Associates to watchSebastián Ayza
    Associates to watchSebastián Ayza

    Sebastián Ayza

    Associate-to-watch Sebastián Ayza continues to receive appreciation for his non-contentious tax practice in Mexico.

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