Arias y Meurinne, SC specialises in high-stakes tax litigation, demonstrating particular expertise in complex disputes and administrative proceedings. The team is also well placed to support clients with tax planning and audits. Pedro Arias leads the team and is heavily involved in high-profile tax disputes such as the firm’s Supreme Court win for Total Play Telecomunicaciones, exceeding $50m. Luis Eduardo Meurinne is the joint practice head, who has specialist experience handling transfer pricing negotiations with the Mexican tax authorities. Pamela Orozco is another notable partner who is active in supporting clients within the transport, mining and infrastructure sectors. Leobardo Brizuela is a growing figure in the tax market, while associate Leah Sánchez routinely supports key cases alongside Pedro Arias. The team was further strengthened by partner Jorge Kim Villatoro, who joined from White & Case S.C. in January 2024.
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Pedro Arias
Pedro Arias
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Pedro Arias; Luis Eduardo Meurinne

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Pamela Orozco; Leobardo Brizuela; Leah Sánchez