Tax

Our tax practice is dedicated to providing tailored, specialized, and innovative legal solutions for companies, funds, and individuals, focusing on high complexity tax consulting and strategic litigation. We take a dynamic and proactive approach, anticipating the risks and opportunities that may arise in the context of our clients' operations. 

Our Services

Tax Consulting

1. Establishment of Legal Entities and Tax Implications 
   We offer specialized advice on the establishment of legal entities in Brazil, focusing on optimizing the tax structure from the moment of the company's creation. We assess the tax implications of each type of business structure and guide on the best way to configure the entity to meet both fiscal requirements and the strategic needs of the business, aiming to minimize risks and tax costs in the long term. 
    

2. Soft-Landing for Foreign Entities in Brazil 
   We provide comprehensive support for foreign entities wishing to establish operations in Brazil, facilitating the entry process and adaptation to the Brazilian tax system.  
    

3. Tax Modeling for Start-up Companies 
   We work with start-ups and early-stage companies to develop tax models that meet their growth needs, ensuring fiscal efficiency from the initial phase.  
    

4. Taxation of Technology and Intangibles 
   We provide specialized consulting on tax issues related to intangible assets, such as technology, intellectual property, and trademarks.  
    

5. Tax Planning Strategies for Fiscal Efficiency 
   We develop customized tax planning strategies for companies seeking to maximize their fiscal efficiency. Our services include identifying opportunities for reducing tax costs, leveraging tax incentives, and implementing tax compliance mechanisms. 
    

6. International and Cross-border Tax Advisory 
   We provide international tax consulting services, offering effective legal solutions for companies operating in multiple jurisdictions. 
    

7. Analysis of Incentive Plans and Review of Tax Risks 
   We evaluate and structure incentive plans, such as stock options, profit sharing, and other performance-linked compensation instruments, analyzing the tax and social security risks involved. 
    

8. Taxation of Financial Instruments and Transactions in the Capital Markets 
   We offer specialized advice on the taxation of financial instruments, including cryptocurrencies, investment funds, and transactions in the capital markets. 
    

9. Preparation of Tax Memoranda and Opinions 
   We prepare detailed legal opinions and memoranda on various tax issues.  
    

10. Tax Structuring and Planning in M&A Transactions and Investment Rounds 
    We assist in the tax structuring of mergers and acquisitions transactions, as well as investment rounds, aiming to optimize fiscal impacts and ensure that transactions are carried out efficiently and in compliance with Brazilian tax regulations. 
     

11. Tax Due Diligence on Buy-Side and Sell-Side 
    We review our clients' tax practices in the context of M&A transactions and investment rounds through the analysis of tax liabilities and the development of strategies to mitigate fiscal risks identified in audits. 
     

12. Tax Advisory for Founders and Investors Focusing on Individual Taxation 
    We help optimize the taxation of income and capital gains, as well as provide guidance on the best way to structure equity participation and personal investments, always aiming to reduce individual tax burden and ensure compliance with Brazilian tax laws.  

Tax Litigation

1. Inspections
   We monitor inspections conducted by federal, state, and municipal tax authorities with the aim of avoiding administrative litigation.
   
   

2. Administrative Litigation 
   We represent our clients in administrative defenses against infraction notices or collections in general at the federal, state, and municipal levels before the competent authorities, particularly the Administrative Council of Tax Resources ("CARF"), the State Tax Tribunal of São Paulo ("TIT"), and the Municipal Council of Taxes of the City of São Paulo ("CMT"). 

   
   

3. Judicial Litigation
   We represent our clients against tax collections that originate from federal and state courts. Additionally, we proactively identify well-founded legal theories aimed at obtaining tax advantages for our clients.