Acting for multinational corporations, high-net-worth individuals and families, CMS Carey & Allende's broad tax practice ranges from domestic and international tax planning, to indirect taxation, cross-border transactions, double taxation agreements, estate restructuring, inheritance planning and corporate reorganisation-related tax issues. The tax team also acts in tax disputes before Chile’s administrative and judicial bodies; while the Santiago office’s sector expertise covers technology, hospitality, retail, energy and financial services. The six-member practice’s key figures are Diego García, an expert in tax planning and corporate restructuring; and 2024-raised partner Gonzalo Serrano, who is an international taxation and regulatory compliance specialist. At senior associate level, Matias Ramírez focuses on direct and indirect taxation-related compliance issues; while September 2024-promoted Constanza Schwerter assists national and international companies with advisory work and tax planning.
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- ‘They follow up on the results of their advice to ensure the desired outcome.’
- ‘These partners have a keen business acumen, which allows them to understand the need for tax service and compliance easily.’
Key clients
- Digital Virgo
- Uncommon Cures
Work highlights
Advising Digital Virgo on tax matters on an ongoing basis, in relation to its foreign service provider.
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Practice head
Diego García; Gonzalo Serrano