D'Empaire’s tax group is recognised for its breadth of expertise across both international and domestic tax matters. In particular, the team has significant strength in representing large corporations in high-profile administrative and judicial tax disputes, in addition to providing tax advice on major transactions and foreign investment projects, with a growing emphasis on the oil and gas sector. In the private client sphere, the team advises leading international private banks on tax matters for high-net-worth Venezuelan clients. The team is led by Humberto Romero-Muci, who brings extensive expertise in tax and transfer pricing litigation to the practice. José Manuel Valecillos is noted for his advice to Venezuelan companies, families and individuals on tax and estate planning matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The main quality of the firm’s lawyers is their ability to advise us with a business mentality. While they have been clear in conveying risks, they go further to find innovative solutions that allow us to move forward while keeping our investment protected. There is also a very important culture of being available, providing quick responses, and a key strength is the teamwork between the firm's partners and lawyers, who work seamlessly together.’
- ‘Humberto Romero Muci's tax practice is distinguished by a rare combination of technical strength, strategic judgment, and a profound understanding of the Venezuelan institutional environment. His approach is markedly analytical, with an outstanding ability to anticipate scenarios and structure legal positions with strong doctrinal and jurisprudential support.’
Key clients
- Bekaert
- Colgate-Palmolive
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Humberto Romero-Muci
Other key lawyers
José Manuel Valecillos