About

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The tax department constitutes the area of specialization which, traditionally has characterized professional services of KPMG Abogados. More than 550 of our firm´s professionals belong to this department. This large body of professionals means that we have specialists in all of the taxes affecting companies and individuals. This, together with our specialisation in sectors and global network of firms in 155 countries, sets us apart and allows us to renderservices of extremely high quality, offering substantial added value.

We are also very strong in European tax matters, and have advised or co-advised large IBEX-35 clients in tax litigation procedures of maximum relevance, both in the European Union Court of Justice as well as general courts. We have also acted as advisors to some of the most important professional associations in fields such as telecommunications, banking and renewable energies, in procedures involving the European Commission.

We regularly provided advisory services to 80% of the companies on the IBEX-35,numerous listed companies, foreign multinationals with ownership interests in Spain and important Spanish family businesses.

Our firm’s approach to problems is particularly aimed at innovation.

We are a well know firm in relation to transfer pricing issues with probably the largest department in this area. It is composed for more than 60 professionals in two offices (Madrid and Barcelona) with a multidisciplinary profile of economists and tax professionals.

Chambers Review

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Tax: Elite - Spain

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

KPMG Abogados offers standout capabilities in the review and defence of global transfer pricing policies, with proven experience in the negotiation of advance pricing agreements. Clients benefit from a highly regarded indirect tax team that handles both contentious and advisory mandates linked to the payment of VAT. The lawyers advise institutional investors on the due diligence or structuring of cross-border corporate transactions. The KPMG team also handles tax litigation proceedings. The team has additional expertise in tax issues arising from real estate transactions.

Work Highlights

  • KPMG Abogados supported Liberty Media with the tax planning and structuring of its EUR4.2 billion acquisition of an 86% stake in Dorna Sports.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Julio César García
2
Julio César García
2
Band 2
Julio César García specialises in tax litigation, representing companies from a wide range of industries.

Julio César García is a top-notch lawyer with excellent technical expertise, proximity and empathy for the client.

Natalia Pastor Caballero
2
Natalia Pastor Caballero
2
Band 2

Natalia Pastor Caballero advises international clients on their Spanish VAT exposure in cross-border investments. Her client roster includes international manufacturers as well as companies active in the life sciences sector.

Natalia is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience in indirect taxation.

Natalia Pastor Caballero is an excellent and committed lawyer who offers technical advice on VAT matters, with an understanding of the client's needs.

Pelayo Oraa
5
Pelayo Oraa
5
Band 5

Pelayo Oraa is an active tax lawyer assisting clients with a range of tax mandates relating to real estate tax, tax audits and transfer pricing, among other matters.

Pelayo is very resolute.

Pelayo Oraa is an excellent lawyer in every respect.

Pelayo is a great specialist in taxation.

Ranked Lawyers at
KPMG Abogados

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Spain

Tax: Elite

Pelayo Oraa
5
Pelayo Oraa
5
Band 5
Tax: Indirect Tax

Natalia Pastor Caballero
2
Natalia Pastor Caballero
2
Band 2
Tax: Litigation

Julio César García
2
Julio César García
2
Band 2

Members

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Alberto Estrelles

Head of Department

Carlos Marín

Itziar Galindo

Juan José Blanco

Julio Cesar García

Miguel Arias

Natalia Pastor

Industries

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Consumer Product Manufacturing

Energy

Financial

Government

Industrial Engineering

Media

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Real Estate

Telecommunications