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Provided by Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo Advogados
MVGA’s tax department provides complete legal advice in the tax area to companies in all industry sectors, both in consulting and litigation, being recognized by clients and the market as one of the most admired law firms in Brazil in Tax Law and in Tax Litigation.
The main differentials of the firm in this area are the deep knowledge and experience of the team in tax litigation, sponsorship of tax portfolios, proactive and pragmatic performances in support of the tax and legal deparments of the companies, and the high win rates in tax disputes.
MVGA’s tax team is composed of highly qualified professionals, who each hold strong academic credentials and professional experience, and the head partner of the area, Geraldo Valentim Neto, has also been recognized as one of the most admired lawyers in Brazil in the tax and tax litigation areas, such as in Chambers Global, Chambers Brazil, Who’s Who Legal, LACCA Approved, Leaders League, Análise Advocacia 500 and The Legal 500.
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Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo Advogados treads the tax litigation arena with the required expertise to advise clients on direct and indirect taxation regimes before judicial and administrative courts. Matters discussed include tax credit recovery and withholding income tax. Its client portfolio is mainly composed of players from the pharmaceutical, agribusiness and food and beverages industries.
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Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo represented Pirelli in several ICMS, IRPJ and PIS/Cofins-related lawsuits.
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I praise Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo's assertiveness, responsibility and availability while handling our tax litigation cases. Their team gets back to us promptly and clearly.
Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo is a firm whose client service is focused on problem-solving and whose team is knowledgeable in tax litigation matters.
Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo Advogados' team has exceptional quality, as well as decisiveness and speed in responses.
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Geraldo Valentim Neto is a skilled and experienced practitioner, who garners praise from clients for his knowledge about disputes related to corporate taxation.
Geraldo Valentim Neto has an excellent technical level in tax matters for more complex cases, consistently providing a legalistic approach and identifying opportunities for the client.
I would like to highlight Geraldo Valentim Neto’s availability, commitment and technical excellence.
Having previously worked in a company’s legal department, Geraldo Valentim Neto has the ability to see things from both sides.
Tax Litigation: Mid-Market
Provided by Madeira, Valentim & Gallardo Advogados
Geraldo Valentim Neto
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