ECIJA stands out for its ability to provide a broad range of tax advice in highly regulated industries such as oil and gas, automotive, manufacturing, real estate and retail, in both direct and indirect tax matters. On the contentious side, its tax litigation often involves matters reaching the tax authority, revocation appeals, nullity actions and customs litigation. Paola Robalino and Édgar Méndez lead the team together with Santiago Vega, who is experienced in VAT refunds. Robalino is active in the energy sector and brings vast tax experience to the team, and Méndez is notable for appearing in the group’s key tax planning mandates.
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Testimonials
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‘Santiago Vega stands out for his professionalism, clarity, and ability to convey his recommendations, as well as his availability.'
'A highly qualified team.'
‘Santiago and the rest of the team are very client-oriented and make you feel in control of your affairs.'
‘The ECIJA law firm has a diverse team of professional lawyers with experience in various fields.'
‘Paola Robalino has extensive experience and strong personal connections. She knows senior officials from various government agencies, including the tax office and the court, and is highly skilled at coordinating and promoting tax matters.'
‘Interdisciplinary team that allows for the resolution of legal problems in various areas of the organisation.'
Key clients
- Petroquimica Comodoro Rivadavia
- Sinohydro
- Enap Sipetrol
- Hydrochina
- China Sinopharm International
- Petrobell
- Florestaricaurte
- Consorcio ACTN Tranvía Cuenca
- Apukayecuador
- Alfred H Knight Ecuador AHK
- Corporacion Televisora Nacional (Ecuavisa)
- Directv Ecuador
Work highlights
Represented Sinohydro in seven tax lawsuits against the Ecuadorian Internal Revenue Service.
Representing Ecuastudios in the submission of the first audiovisual production to be approved by the government for the tax benefits established under the Digital Transformation and Audiovisual Production Law.
Advised Florestaricaurte on obtaining the first VAT refund request with a favourable resolution in the Azuay province.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Paola Robalino; Édgar Méndez; Santiago Vega