BKM | Berkemeyer‘s tax department is a market leader, recognised for its outstanding expertise in the space, working with a diverse clientele, including businesses, non-profit organisations, individuals, trustees, high-net-worth families and fiduciaries. Led by seasoned professionals Federico Valinotti and Luciano Antonelli, the team excels in cross-border transactions and a wide array of tax matters. Valinotti specialises in international investments, cross-border transactions and sophisticated tax planning for M&A and restructurings. His extensive experience spans various industries, such as private equity, healthcare, finance and telecoms. Antonelli, a corporate tax expert with extensive experience, has advised prominent multinational companies and specialises in M&A.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I highlight as a strong point the prompt response and diligence with which they have answered my technical and tax questions. Furthermore, they have achieved successful results in tax litigation before the Supreme Court.'
‘Without a doubt, the firm has helped me achieve the best results for the assignments they have been given.'
‘Prestige, recognition and market positioning.'
Key clients
- Inmobiliaria Raíces
- Enex Paraguay
- SACYR Concesiones - Rutas del Este
- Fortaleza S.A. de Inmuebles
- Cargill Agropecuaria
- Dlocal Paraguay
- IMSA – Industria Metalúrgica Sud Americana
- Corporación Andina de Fomento
- EMSA Inmobiliaria
- Mi Tierra Inmobiliaria
- Cámara Nacional de Comercio y Servicios del Paraguay
- Kostianovsky Inmobiliaria
Work highlights
Advised around 30 companies in filling an unconstitutionality class action against the last paragraph of section 15 of the Tax Reform Act, which limits the deduction of the compensations paid by the company to any board member, manager or senior official who is also a shareholder, regarding of its holding at the company.
Provided comprehensive advisory services to Sacyr Concesiones SL, a company participating in bidding processes in Paraguay under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Law.
Providing comprehensive tax advisory services to Enex, supporting the company’s compliance with fiscal obligations and optimizing its tax strategy within the local regulatory framework.
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.
Luciano Antonelli
Practice head
Fredrico Valinotti; Luciano Antonelli