Puente Sur's ‘lawyers are extremely proactive and manage client relationships very well’. The eight-strong team covers M&A structuring, transfer pricing planning, tax compliance, VAT recovery procedures and tax policy-related lobbying. The firm is also a member of The Praxity Alliance, a global alliance of independent accounting and consulting firms. Department leader Ignacio Gepp, who ’stands out for his exceptional handling of the firm’s tax practice’, specialises in corporate tax, M&A deal-related VAT structuring, audit procedures and transfer pricing litigation. The team further includes advisory unit manager and transfer pricing expert, José María Cabrera.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The Puente Sur team stands out primarily for its responsiveness and proactivity. They also have excellent client relations skills and are fluent in English.’

  • ‘Their billing is very competitive, especially when looking for a more affordable alternative to the Big Four.’

  • ‘The lawyers are extremely proactive and manage client relationships very well. They speak fluent English, which sets them apart from their competitors.’

  • ‘This firm is very client focused and strives for excellent service and delivery.’

  • ‘The partners are always available, knowledgeable in their field, and genuinely want to do their job to the best of their ability.’

  • ‘Ignacio Gepp is very approachable and knowledgeable about his clients' work.’

Key clients

  • Prex
  • SSA Marine
  • Campbell Global
  • Eurus Energy
  • North Bay Produce
  • EdgeConnex
  • Inari Medical
  • CVE Group
  • PSP Investments
  • SBA Site
  • Prex
  • SSA Marine

Work highlights

Represented Airbnb’s position before the Chilean Ministry of Finance, contributing to the discussion on platform tax compliance, the creation of a new tourist tax, and OECD-level data-sharing practices.
Assisted EdgeConnex with securing multimillion-dollar VAT refunds through voluntary audit processes with the Chilean IRS.
Assisted Eurus with securing multimillion-dollar VAT refunds through voluntary audits with the Chilean IRS.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Ignacio Gepp