Ferrere ‘s tax practice group has become a prominent leader in Paraguay’s legal sector, offering outstanding expertise to both local and multinational clients. The group provides advice on tax structures as well as local and cross-border transactions. It has worked across diverse industries such as tech, mining and finance, serving global clients like Netflix and Disney. Led by seasoned professionals Néstor Loizaga and Erika Bañuelos, it is actively involved in major projects, including transfer pricing, tax treaties, and mining ventures. It also navigates complex regulatory frameworks, including crypto asset guidelines, and participates in investment promotion laws. Loizaga specialises in tax matters related to investment frameworks, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate structures for local and international clients. Bañuelos, known for her role in high-profile transactions, also brings litigation experience from the Tax Administration. Associates María Julia Méndez and Tanya Moreno add further strength with their expertise in tax planning, customs and day-to-day operations.
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Key clients
- BASF
- Netflix
- The Walt Disney Company
- Credicentro
- Bunge Paraguay
- Electropar
- Cargill
- Impala Terminals
- Marfrig Global Foods
- Hidrovias Do Brazil
- Consorcio del Sur (Eurofinsa S.A. and Ingeniería de Topografía y Caminos S.A.)
- Navios Logistics
Work highlights
Advised INTERFISA on the implications and tax risks that could arise from using the instant payment method, which the Central Bank of Brazil created to transfer resources between accounts used by Brazilian citizens in businesses located in Paraguayan territory.
Advising Andritz AG, an Austrian tech group, in the tax matters related to the operation of Paracel as well as its Free Trade Zone User agreement with Paracel.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
María Julia Méndez
Tanya Moreno
Practice head
Erika Bañuelos; Néstor Loizaga
Other key lawyers
Tanya Moreno; María Julia Méndez