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Lewin & Wills

Tax

Global Guide 2026 : Colombia

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Tax practice in the firm is developed through a range of activities, going from litigation, and the design of complex tax structures for running businesses to specific tax counselling, transfer-pricing-related services, personal and corporate taxation, international tax planning and merger and acquisitions. Due to the importance of this area, the firm has in-house support from public accountants.

Clients (41)

  • Disan
  • Coca-Cola
  • Decathlon
  • Natura
  • Carbones del Cerrejón
  • Tidewater Marine
  • BP
  • Banco de la República (Colombian Central Bank)
  • Ecopetrol
  • Talisman
  • Shell
  • Petrobras
  • Glencore
  • Anglo Coal
  • Sagem
  • Hewlett Packard
  • IBM
  • Motorola
  • Ericsson
  • Nokia
  • Telmex
  • Siemens
  • Starkey Laboratories
  • DirecTV
  • SAB Miller
  • Nestlé
  • Bimbo
  • Dow Chemical
  • Olin
  • BASF
  • Boiron
  • Merck
  • Bayer
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • UBS
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Laboratoires Servier
  • Rappi
  • Avianca
  • Schott
  • Osram

Industries (25)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Financial Services
  • Energy
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Mining & Metals
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure
  • Utilities
  • Aerospace
  • Retail

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Tax - Colombia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Lewin & Wills enjoys wide respect for handling a range of complex tax matters in Colombia. The department fields a noteworthy team that boasts experience analysing the tax implications of project structuring, including real estate projects. Lewin & Wills advises an enviable client base of high-profile players from sectors such as oil and gas. The firm further demonstrates significant expertise in acting on complex cases of double taxation and compliance mandates.

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Strengths

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  • Lewin & Wills has the clear vocation of a boutique firm but delivers high-level advice on national and local taxes, always offering business-focused recommendations tailored to each industry.

    Tax respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alfredo Lewin
    Alfredo Lewin

    Alfredo Lewin

    Alfredo Lewin is a renowned Bogotá-based practitioner who provides advice on the full range of tax matters in Colombia, including those pertaining to litigation and corporate reorganisations.

    • Alfredo Lewin offers a solid level of sophistication and he stands out for his industry experience and knowledge.

      Tax respondentGlobal
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  • Federico Lewin
    Federico Lewin

    Federico Lewin

    Co-head of department Federico Lewin joins the rankings as an up-and-coming practitioner with sustained market endorsement for his practice focused on tax disputes and strategic advisory on tax administration.

    • Federico Lewin is a very strong practitioner offering timely and reliable tax advice with a high level of sophistication.

      Tax respondentGlobal
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  • Juan Andrés Palacios
    Juan Andrés Palacios

    Juan Andrés Palacios

    Co-head of department Juan Andrés Palacios is recommended by clients for his prowess in tax issues in Colombia. The up-and-coming practitioner is praised for his expertise in advising on income tax and VAT, among other mandates.

    • Juan Andrés Palacios offers a first-class service with a high level of sophistication and comprehensive vision of transactions.

      Tax respondentGlobal
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