The tax capabilities of the group at Kavanagh Gorozpe take in tax structuring for M&A transactions, joint ventures and financings, as well as audits, VAT refund disputes and customs valuation challenges. Paul Kavanagh steers the practice and has significant experience assisting companies, private equity investors and financial institutions with tax litigation, planning and consulting. Miguel Ángel Alonso (federal and international tax advice) and Luis Kanchi (tax litigation) are the names to note at counsel level.
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- The firm's lawyers don't just identify legal risks; they provide practical, actionable solutions aligned with the company's business objectives. The team demonstrates a high level of commitment, availability, and a strong sense of urgency, particularly in critical or highly sensitive matters. Communication is clear, direct, and decision-oriented, which is especially valuable in complex and dynamic corporate environments. Alejandro Orellana stands out for his strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to quickly understand the business context, while Luis Kanchi excels in close follow-up, technical expertise, and strong client focus.
- The practice stands out for combining deep technical expertise with a very clear understanding of the business's operational and strategic needs. Beyond traditional legal advice, the team acts as a true strategic partner, providing practical, actionable solutions aligned with the company's corporate objectives and operational constraints. The most outstanding aspect of the practice is its genuine engagement with the client and its commitment to deeply understanding the company's business, operations, and strategic context.
- They have an excellent team, always ready to support clients with their questions and needs. All team members assigned to each case respond promptly and deliver value.
- Patricio Gorozpe is the partner who makes a difference in client management and customer service, and he possesses extensive knowledge. He is always willing to resolve any issues that arise and leads the other team members effectively. Luis Kanchi, an advisor, excels in team leadership and provides excellent customer service.
- The strategies they propose are always legally sound, and they are very transparent about their scope and risks. Paul Kavanagh is a partner who is always very involved in the cases and consistently adds value to the discussions and analysis of strategies. Luis Kanchi is a very structured lawyer, punctual in his recommendations, and always demonstrates a positive attitude; in addition, he has a strong command of procedural law and provides exceptional follow-up on litigation.
- A genuine interest in supporting us was evident from the outset in our various meetings. They first understood what we do and the flow of our operations and resources, and then grasped our needs in terms of implementing tax planning to achieve tax optimization. Finally, they presented us with a solution that best suited and met our requirements. At no point did they offer us a one-size-fits-all solution, as if it were a pre-packaged product.
Key clients
- Redrum
- Perro Azul
- Alebrije Televisión Vat Refund
- Charro Negro
- Alebrije Televisión Administrative Appeal
- Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes
- TransNetwork
Work highlights
Advised Compas (Renault-Nissan/Daimler JV) on the tax structuring of the closure and potential sale of its 230,000-unit-capacity automotive plant, managing complex employee, shareholder and contingency exposures.
Represented Perro Azul in a $6.95m VAT refund dispute, successfully securing favorable resolutions through administrative appeals, nullity proceedings and amparo litigation.
Advised TransNetwork on the cross-border tax structuring of a US–Mexico remittance platform in partnership with BanCoppel, enabling a compliant and scalable fintech rollout.
Practice head
Paul Kavanagh
Other key lawyers
Miguel Ángel Alonso; Luis Kanchi
