Galicia Abogados S.C.‘s tax department stands out for its full-service offering, combining high-level consulting, controversy and litigation capabilities. The tax team is recognised both as a standalone powerhouse and as a strategic partner to the firm’s transactional practices, including M&A, capital markets, and real estate. The consultancy side, co-led by Gabriela Pellón and Federico Scheffler, delivers tax structuring and other specialised tax advice for domestic and cross-border deals in regulated sectors such as banking, infrastructure, and energy. Eduardo Michán is another prominent figure who regularly advises commercial and investment banks as well as private equity funds. On the contentious front, the group continues to strengthen its offering, with Edson Uribe playing a leading role in VAT disputes, tax contingency management and administrative appeals against tax assessments. The litigation and controversy sub-practice is led by Denise Lester, who leverages strong relationships with tax authorities for defence filings. The practice’s tax consultancy offering is further strengthened by a strong bench of associates, including Sebastián Ayza, Eduardo Espinosa and Ivonne Montaño.
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‘It is a team of highly trained professionals with extensive experience in professional practice.'
'They have a team that covers many legal areas, and they communicate with each other to provide a comprehensive service. Everyone is knowledgeable about their topics.'
‘They are empathetic people, always willing to help you and find a solution to the problem, and very kind.'
‘Galicia, like the rest of its practices, has lawyers who act more like business partners. They not only address the legal aspect but also seek to understand the global context to advise clients.'
‘Federico Scheffler was extraordinary in his diligence, creativity, and in finding ways to make things work within the legal framework.'
Key clients
- Actis GP
- Applus México
- Banco Nacional de México Integrante del Grupo Financiero
- Bank of America – Administradora Mel
- Bonatti SpA
- Cabo Development
- Caltos Corp
- Cemex
- Charles Taylor
- Club España
- Disarch
- EDP Renováveis
- Edrington México
- Evertec México Servicios de Procesamiento
- Femsa Comercio
- Fundación Espacio
- García Tagliavini Producciones
- GMI Capital
- Grupo Constructor Legacy
- Grupo Fevisa
Lawyers
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
Gabriela Pellón; Federico Scheffler; Eduardo Michán; Edson Uribe; Denise Lester
Other key lawyers
Sebastián Ayza; Eduardo Espinosa; Ivonne Montaño; Alejandro Madero; Miroslava Alcayde; Nayely George; Arturo Velarde