Vouga Abogados remains ahead of the curve in terms of legislative changes, advising on tax credit recovery, transfer pricing matters and Paraguay’s double taxation treaties. With a growing list of national and international clients, the practice is called upon to advise on cross-border tax planning, the fiscal treatment of investment funds and customs matters. It is also well-equipped to represent clients before the tax and customs authorities. Practice co-head Andrés Vera boasts public-sector experience, participating in the drafting of tax-related legislation; he is regularly sought out by clients to advise on tax-efficient structures, thanks to his specialist knowledge of transfer pricing, VAT and tax credit recovery regulations. Bringing a wealth of international experience to the team, senior associate Horacio Sánchez co-heads the practice and is an expert in investment funds and the application of tax treaties. Rodolfo Guillermo Vouga is active in cross-border matters, specialising in foreign direct investment and fiscal incentives. Associate Silvia Benítez plays a key role in contentious tax recovery matters, with experience before both civil and administrative courts.
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Testimonials
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‘We work mainly with Andrés Vera in the tax area. Andrés has solid knowledge of the subject and a notable ability to quickly and efficiently absorb knowledge about the business, and transmit ideas and knowledge. These qualities differentiate him in the market, without a doubt.’
‘The remarkable ability to quickly and efficiently absorb business knowledge, transmit ideas and knowledge.’
‘The team has excellent professional training and marked expertise.'
‘The team at Vouga is very trained in the topics we work with them on. Always aware of the latest news and very willing to explain topics to people with less knowledge. In our case, being in another country, we were unaware of the local rules on certain legal and tax issues, and they explained the different points to us very clearly, addressing our doubts and concerns at all times. It is a very collaborative team, always available and attentive for any updates or follow-ups on the topic worked on that must be carried forward.’
‘All the tasks we carried out together were taken with great professionalism, delivering very complete and clear work. Their opinions and explanations are really clear and focused on the topic at hand. I also highlight their training and updating on the topics we discuss.’
‘Andrés Vera, tax specialist: the plus of the service he provides is the experience and knowledge of the national tax system.'
Key clients
- Archer Daniels Midland (ADM Paraguay)
- Naviera Chaco
- AIC Seguros
- Prosegur Paraguay
- Consorcio Expo – UIP / ARP
- UIP (Paraguayan Industrial Association)
- British American Tobacco Productora de Cigarrillos – PROBAT
- Copetrol
- Paraguay Energy (Nextar)
- John Deere Financial Chile – JDF
- Zavidoro Corporations
- GLT Casa de Bolsa
Work highlights
Advised Paracel on the free trade zone regime for its operations to optimise its tax burden and assisted with the public offices that are involved in the establishment of the free trade zone.
Advised Ecosecurities on the fiscal impact of its projected operations in Paraguay.
Assisting Zavidoro with the preparation of its transfer pricing analysis for the fiscal years 2021, 2022 and 2023.
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.
Horacio Sánchez
Practice head
Rodolfo Vouga; Andrés Vera; Horacio Sanchez