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TozziniFreire

Tax: Rio Grande do Sul

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TozziniFreire's Porto Alegre-based Tax department is an integral part of the firm's nationwide tax offering, as well as a leading practice in its own right. We represent companies from a wide array of industries notably energy, mining, transport, and infrastructure, as well as retail, consumer goods, agribusiness, and manufacturing, in addition to IT, real estate and food and drink. Our practice is retained by corporations to issue expert legal opinions and represent them in administrative and judicial proceedings related to every conceivable type of city, state, or federal tax, including PIS and COFINS, corporate income tax (IRPJ/CSLL), services tax (ISS), sales tax (ICMS), tax on manufactured products (IPI), gift tax (ITCMD) and the tax on the sale of real estate (ITBI), to name just the most common.

Our department also has a robust tax consultancy and tax planning offering. We have deep experience in tax structuring, often as part of major corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, reorganisations, and business closures. We also bring our tax expertise to bear in wealth management matters for important family offices. Our proficiency in tax disputes helps us design the best preventative strategies.

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Tax: Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

National powerhouse TozziniFreire Advogados maintains a prestigious local department in Porto Alegre which coordinates nationwide mandates. It remains a first port of call for clients seeking representation in sophisticated administrative and judicial litigation matters. Its talented team routinely acts on cases at state and federal levels. Major players in the retail, technology and real estate sectors feature in its client portfolio. The team is also seasoned in consultancy on preventive measures against double taxation, customs control and advice on transactional-related issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • TozziniFreire represented Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Calçados in a public interest civil action against Brazil’s Federal Government regarding antidumping duty collection.

Strengths

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  • The main strengths of the TozziniFreire tax team are its technical depth in federal taxes and ISS, its ability to quickly identify credit recovery opportunities, and its practical explanation of complex topics.

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  • TozziniFreire brings a strategic approach to cases and matters, combining personalised, close client service with a high level of technical expertise across all matters.

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  • TozziniFreire stands out for its high-quality service, providing close, agile and strategic support while efficiently resolving complex problems.

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  • Agility, competence and prompt service stand out among all the lawyers involved in the TozziniFreire tax team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gustavo Nygaard
    Gustavo Nygaard

    Gustavo Nygaard

    Partner Gustavo Nygaard is a prominent practitioner who enjoys a prestigious reputation leading tax mandates in Rio Grande do Sul.

    • Gustavo knowledge and a deep understanding of Rio Grande do Sul. He is very experienced, with a clear and pragmatic view of issues and a direct approach in his responses.

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    • Gustavo Nygaard stands out for his excellent relationship with clients, approachability and in-depth technical knowledge.

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    • Gustavo Nygaard is excellent and combines business acumen with extensive technical knowledge.

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    • Gustavo is a point of reference in tax matters in the Southern region.

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    • Gustavo impressed us with his market awareness and a holistic approach to analysis.

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  • Rafael Mallmann
    Rafael Mallmann

    Rafael Mallmann

    Rafael Mallmann is an active and respected lawyer with a solid track record. He is noted by a client for his ability to handle complex matters concerning tax litigation and administrative proceeding.

    • Rafael has an excellent profile, provides great service and has strong technical knowledge. His performance and client service are key reasons why we maintain our relationship with the firm.

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    • Rafael Mallmann is a professional with solid experience, availability and a strategic vision, acting confidently and proactively in managing matters and focusing on efficient solutions aligned with client objectives.

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    • Rafael is a very well-prepared lawyer. His attention and professionalism in handling the case from the outset, compared to other large firms we considered, was a clear differentiator.

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    • I have consistently received excellent results from Rafael Mallmann across matters of varying complexity, with close, proactive and strategic support.

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