Department profile
Matter, Boettcher, Zanini e Souza Advogados

Tax: Rio Grande do Sul

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Matter, Boettcher, Zanini e Souza Advogados

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The firm specializes in strategic tax matters, including tax planning in connection with complex corporate structures. The firm also provides legal tax advice on corporate restructurings and cross-border transactions, dedicating efforts to find individualized solutions for tax-related issues and adopting a preventive approach to minimize exposure and seek efficiencies.

MBZ assists family offices and private clients on succession planning and asset reorganization for increased efficiency in tax matters, including analysis of tax repercussions arising from transferring assets or investments abroad and relocation of individuals from Brazil to other countries.

MBZ represents clients in tax litigation at the federal, state, and municipal levels. The tax department’s deep understanding of taxation rules and IFRS positions MBZ as a lead player in tax planning and in the defence of its clients against illegal charges.

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Tax: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Matter, Boettcher, Zanini e Souza Advogados is a well-known firm in Porto Alegre. Its tax department handles litigation and non-contentious matters for significant clients. The firm is frequently retained to advise on ICMS-related disputes and tax planning arising from acquisitions. Its portfolio includes clients from the real estate, banking and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Matter, Boettcher represented Três Coroas Municipality in a judicial dispute concerning the allocation of ICMS generated by its operations.

Strengths

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  • The way Matter, Boettcher support its clients is a differentiating factor. The firm provides excellent service in a practical way, without legal jargon and solves our problems.

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  • Matter, Boettcher's tax practice combines a pragmatic approach with technical expertise and a clear understanding of accounting and regulatory implications.

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  • Matter, Boettcher demonstrates good technical skills and experience in handling complex and sophisticated matters, providing consistent legal analyses.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Maurício Licks
    Band 4Maurício Licks

    Maurício Licks

    Maurício Licks has a notable track record leading complex cases in tax law. He is equipped to handle tax implications on M&A and joint venture, as well as litigation and tax planning on inheritance cases.

    • Maurício Licks has renowned legal expertise, lending great credibility to his analyses, and consistently assists us with tax matters that are highly sensitive to our business.

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    • Maurício stands out for combining tax law knowledge with a solid understanding of fiscal and accounting aspects, structuring efficient solutions that consider the practical and regulatory impacts of each situation.

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