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Dentons Paz Horowitz is pleased to announce that Carmen Crespo has joined the firm as a Partner in its Tax practice.
With over a decade of experience in tax law, Carmen brings a deep understanding of cross-border taxation, international transactions, and corporate tax planning.
Carmen advises multinational corporations, private equity funds, and high-net-worth individuals on a broad range of tax matters, including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, investment strategies, and U.S. tax compliance. Her experience extends to navigating complex treaty applications and advising clients in multiple jurisdictions.
Prior to joining Dentons, Carmen spent 5 years as a Manager in the Transaction Tax Advisory practice at Ernst & Young LLP in the United States, Followed by over a year and a half as part of the EY US Desk in Munich, Germany. During her time at EY, she led major due diligence and structuring projects, supported IPO-related tax planning, and advised on significant divestitures involving over 28 jurisdictions.
In Ecuador, Carmen began her career at a boutique law firm, where she represented clients in commercial, tax, and administrative litigation, including proceedings involving the Ecuadorian government.
Carmen holds an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center, where she graduated with distinction, and a Master of Laws with a specialization in Tax Law from Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar. She is admitted to practice in Ecuador, New York, and Washington, D.C.
Reflecting on her new role, Carmen said:
“After several years advising clients on international tax strategies across multiple jurisdictions, joining Dentons represents an exciting opportunity to offer world-class service to clients in Ecuador and beyond. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s continued growth and excellence.”
Carmen joins a dynamic team at Dentons Paz Horowitz, which provides integrated legal services across more than 20 practice areas and industries throughout Latin America and globally.
As part of Dentons, the world’s largest law firm with more than 21,000 professionals in over 200 locations across 80+ countries, Dentons Paz Horowitz continues to strengthen its position as a leading legal advisor in the region.
