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Galicia Abogados, S.C.

Tax: Non-contentious

Latin America Guide 2026 : Mexico


Galicia Abogados, S.C.

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Our tax team offers specialized services across a wide range of tax related matters, such as consulting, controversy and litigation in Mexico City and Monterrey. We are also the only leading firm in Mexico with a specialized Wealth Management & Private Wealth area.

Considering the growing diversity and complexity of business structures and transactions across all areas of economic activity, our tax consulting services offer the development and implementation of innovative legal strategies to minimize our clients’ tax exposure. Taking advantage of our in-depth knowledge of the national tax system, international tax treaties, and the tax consequences thereof, we enhance our clients’ efficiency and profitability.

Our tax practice works in close collaboration with our M&A, capital markets, and other teams to provide an integrated service, advising our clients on the most suitable structure considering their goals and objectives.

We advise our clients on tax inquiries pertaining their day-to-day operations, as well as on corporate restructures involving mergers, spin-offs, or any other corporate act that allows our clients to conduct business efficiently, always in full compliance with Mexican tax provisions and obligations.

Galicia is aware that when it comes to taxes, controversies may arise. That is why we have strengthened and complemented our tax services by offering our clients cutting-edge capabilities to avoid and effectively resolve complex tax disputes.

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 Northland Power on the tax aspects of the sale of its shares in NP Energía La Lucha to Cometa Energía.

Strengths

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  • Galicia Abogados focuses its advice on finding viable, technical and timely tax solutions. The team interact with us in a professional manner, and the follow-up to our matters is constant.

    Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • The Galicia team are distinguished for their quality, attention, efficiency and availability, along with their extensive knowledge of tax issues in Mexico.

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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 offers a good level of detail in his advice, as well as deep and extensive tax knowledge and high availability.

      Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • 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.
    • Gabriela Pellón Martínez is a very committed tax lawyer. She is a great support to me and my company.

      Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • 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 an efficient, available, widely knowledgeable and skilful tax lawyer in Mexico.

      Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • 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.

    • Edson Uribe has a mastery of the tax area in Mexico. He is in touch not just with what's happening today but with what is coming down the road.

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  • Band 4Eduardo Michán Escobar
    Band 4Eduardo Michán Escobar

    Eduardo Michán Escobar

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

    • Eduardo Michán Escobar offers concrete solutions and risk analyses for decision-making processes.

      Tax: Non-contentious respondentLatin America
  • 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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