Department profile
Hernández & Cía.

Tax

Latin America Guide 2027 : Peru


Hernández & Cía.

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This area is a leading tax practice in the country positioned as a first choice for the full spectrum of tax services; notably recognized for its expertise and deep knowledge. This department shows extensive expertise in all different taxation matters, including day-to-day advice related to domestic taxes, tax planning, international taxes, taxation of natural resources, comprehensive tax audits, M&A and financing tax advisory. 

Moreover, this area provides advice in the most prominent administrative and judicial proceedings with the Tax Authority. Indeed, the firm oversees the most notable and emblematic tax disputes in the country. For more than 15 years, the firm is recognized as the firm with the strongest tax area of Peru. The firm’s partners are renowned as accomplished practitioners in the field with a high level of technical expertise and a very large experience in tax matters.


Chambers Review

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Tax - Peru

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Hernández & Cía houses a talented tax department with strong capabilities in assisting clients with regulatory matters, the tax structuring of M&A transactions and issues relating to income tax and VAT recovery. The Lima-based department is also well versed in handling contentious proceedings before SUNAT, in addition to audits and tax planning mandates. The firm is often sought out by clients from diverse sectors including the mining, oil and gas, and telecommunications industries.

Work Highlights

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  • Hernández & Cía advised Grupo Romero on the tax aspects of the sale of Pesquera Centinela to Pesquera Exalmar.

Strengths

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  • I love their ability to take on a problem, make it their own, and propose solutions beyond what I would expect from a tax firm. They think outside the box, propose new structures and identify how these can become a reality.

    Tax respondentLatin America
  • The Hernández & Cía team is consistently spot on and timely in its responses and knows how to inspire confidence.

    Tax respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleLuis Hernández
    Senior StatespeopleLuis Hernández

    Luis Hernández

    Seasoned practitioner Luis Hernández continues to elicit significant praise from market commentators for his longstanding presence in the Peruvian tax market and activity advising on tax audits and administrative proceedings.
    • Luis Hernández is excellent. He consistently delivers a high-quality client service.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Leonardo López
    Band 2Leonardo López

    Leonardo López

    Respected partner Leonardo López regularly represents clients in refund requests, the fiscal implications of corporate reorganisations and acquisitions, and sector-related regulatory and compliance mandates.

    • Leonardo López is highly experienced. He has deep knowledge of the subject and always handles my matters with great care. He provides a bespoke service that puts my mind completely at ease.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Milagros Bustillos
    Band 3Milagros Bustillos

    Milagros Bustillos

    Noted partner Milagros Bustillos has expertise in assisting multinational clients with tax planning, audits, appealing administrative fines and the fiscal analysis of payments made by local companies to non-resident companies.

    • Milagros Bustillos is a knowledgeable lawyer with a strong commercial vision.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Fernando Nuñez
    Band 4Fernando Nuñez

    Fernando Nuñez

    Fernando Nuñez is commended by clients for his activity in the Peruvian tax arena in matters related to sales and acquisitions.

    • Fernando Nuñez is an experienced practitioner in complex tax matters. He has a strong command of both national and international law.

      Tax respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Rodrigo Flores
    Band 4Rodrigo Flores

    Rodrigo Flores

    Rodrigo Flores wins praise from clients for his strong practice in the Peruvian tax arena, including expertise in the tax aspects of corporate transactions and income tax matters.

    • Rodrigo Flores is an excellent professional who is highly committed and results-oriented.

      Tax respondentLatin America

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