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Garrido

Tax: Elite

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Garrido is a leading firm in the field of Tax law in Spain. Its work covers the full spectrum of Tax law, including corporate reorganisations, transactions and litigation. It devises complex tax structures and defends its clients before all levels of the Spanish tax authorities and all level of courts including Supreme Court; in addition, if a case so requires, the matter is referred to the European institutions.

The firm has a legal tax team of 10 partners, 3 of counsels and c. 60 associates complete the group, all full-time Tax law practitioners.

The department is known for its consistent record of success representing and defending their clients in all types of tax related matters. Garrido is the ‘go to’ Spanish firm for high level tax audits. It also has a steady track of success in proceedings against its clients before the Spanish tax authorities.

The firm is generalist, but is particularly successful in certain industries such as security companies, construction, hotels and tourism and the world of football. It is the leading Spanish Tax law practice in these four industries.

Clients (25)

  • Securitas Direct
  • Loomis
  • Securitas Seguridad Holding
  • Reale Seguros
  • Telefónica
  • Atlético de Madrid
  • Rayo Vallecano
  • Grupo Matutes
  • Globalia
  • Santos
  • Avintia Group
  • Tess Defence
  • Insud Pharma
  • Kia Motors
  • Ballenoil
  • Alsa
  • Avoris
  • Clikalia Group
  • Tectum
  • Qliving
  • Cuñado Group
  • Ferroglobe
  • Urbas Group
  • Medina Group
  • Club Estudiantes

Industries (11)

  • Security groups
  • Insurance
  • Telecommunications
  • Sports clubs
  • Hotel and tourism
  • Construction groups
  • Real estate
  • Automotive
  • Transport
  • Defence
  • Pharmaceutical industry

Chambers Review

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Tax: Elite - Spain

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Garrido's team is noted by market sources for its large number of partners with experience working for the Spanish tax authority. The law firm is recognised for its extensive expertise in assisting clients with tax inspections and a wide range of litigation, including cases relating to criminal fines, VAT and corporate tax. The team also advises domestic and multinational clients on tax planning and the structuring of businesses and assets. Garrido offers additional strength in handling tax elements of M&A deals in international contexts.

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Work Highlights

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  • Garrido represented Inmobiliaria Chamartín in voluntary insolvency proceedings related to outstanding tax liabilities. The matter value was quoted at EUR110 million.

Strengths

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  • Garrido has extensive knowledge of the Spanish tax system. It provides thorough analysis and detailed tax impact studies for major transactions.

    Tax: Elite respondentEurope

  • The experience with Garrido has always been super positive, it has fantastic lawyers who navigate the legal and tax world really well. I would love to state again how happy I am with the team.

    Tax: Elite respondentEurope

  • The firm offers personalised attention.

    Tax: Elite respondentEurope

  • Garrido has very knowledgeable advisers who provide creative solutions derived from past experience. The firm also stands out for its agility.

    Tax: Elite respondentEurope

  • The firm is very specialised and knowledgeable about the business.

    Tax: Elite respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Francisco Conde
    Francisco Conde

    Francisco Conde

    Francisco Conde is experienced in the defence and representation of clients before the Spanish tax authorities. He is also noted in the tax planning of corporate groups.

    • Francisco Conde is an excellent lawyer and always available.

      Tax: Elite respondentEurope

    • It's as if Francisco Conde is part of our company's team.

      Tax: Elite respondentEurope
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