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.
Tax in Paraguay
BKM | Berkemeyer
Responsables de la pratique:
Fredrico Valinotti; Luciano Antonelli
Les références
‘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.’
Principaux 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
Cámara Paraguayo Mexicana de Comercio, Industria y Servicios CAPAMEX
EBC Group – Be8 Energy – Agroindustrial La Paloma
Global API Services
Moreira y Nuñez
Acciona Aguas Sucursal Paraguay
Tetra Pak Ltda. Sucursal Paraguay
Bolt
DAT Shaub
Sindec
Vitopel Argentina
Khairi
COIMPEX
Patricia Marchewka
Koibanx
Casatúa
Nativa Agrícola
SIF América
Bayer
Wholesale Brothers – BlackShepp
TMF Group
Avalon AFIPSA
Assuresoft Paraguay
Astarte Capital Partners
Beiersdorf
Exxis Paraguay
Unilever de Paraguay
Greenberg Traurig
Addiuva Group
DHT Proyecto Hidrogeno Verde
Consorcio ASI Paraguay
Abbot Labotatories – Pharma Internacional
Tropea
Johnson & Johnson del Paraguay
Hidrovias del Paraguay – Grupo Hidrovias Do Brasil
Parque Tecnológico Itaipú
Telefónica Celular del Paraguay
Hive Technologies
Comercial Santo Tomás
AGT Networks
PSI Paraguay
TCL Organic
Delivery Hero
Voith Hydro
Asociación Menonita de Ayuda Evangélica
Grupo Ayudin
Principaux dossiers
- 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.
Ferrere
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.
Responsables de la pratique:
Erika Bañuelos; Néstor Loizaga
Autres avocats clés:
Tanya Moreno; María Julia Méndez
Principaux 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
Colprem
Richford
Agrofertil
Asociación de Transitarios del Paraguay y Operadores Logísticos
Allied Tecnología
ThyssenKrupp Elevadores
3M
Siemens SA Colombia
Regional Seguros
Vale
Interbarge
Grupo Bimbo
Silvicapital
Megeve Investments
Roche Internacional
Terminal Occidental
Elkem
Cummins
Leoni Wiring Systems de Paraguay
Transbarge Navegacion
Interfisa Banco SAECA
Corporación Andina de Fomento
JP Morgan Chase & Co
Siena
Carbon Solutions Services
Kingspan Isoeste
Trafigura
Inpasa
Walden Capital Partners
ICON Wirtschaftstreuhand GmbH
Principaux dossiers
- 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.
Vouga Abogados
Vouga Abogados’s tax department excels in tax advisory, providing expert guidance to both national and international clients on complex fiscal matters. The team is deeply involved in major projects, including Paraguay’s largest private investment under the free trade zone framework and the landmark Banco Atlas-Banco Familiar merger. Beyond corporate taxation, the department offers in-depth expertise in transfer pricing, tax treaties, carbon credit regulations and electronic invoicing. Practice head Rodolfo Vouga is a distinguished tax specialist, advising multinational clients across various industries and playing a pivotal role in high-profile transactions. Rodolfo G Vouga is particularly recognised for his proficiency in cross-border taxation, M&A and foreign investment incentives. Andrés Vera, co-leading the practice, excels in tax efficiency, corporate restructurings and major acquisitions. Horacio Sánchez, also co-leading, focuses on large-scale private investments and investment fund taxation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rodolfo Vouga; Andres Vera; Horacio Sanchez
Autres avocats clés:
Rodolfo G Vouga
Les références
‘The team is exceptional. A highly trained team focused on providing excellent customer service.’
‘Andrés Vera is undoubtedly one of the best tax law specialists currently available. His knowledge of the law, combined with his extensive practice, distinguishes him from other consultancies in the local market.’
‘They are highly trained professionals, with in-depth knowledge of the subject they support us with, and extensive experience.’
Principaux clients
Archer Daniels Midland
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
Zavidoro Corporations – Sucursal Paraguay
GLT Casa de Bolsa
Grant Thornton
Paracel
Prosegur Paraguay
Alcogreen
INPASA Paraguay
SYSNEO
Banco Atlas
Fundación Saraki
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Paracel S.A., the private investment project, in the setting up one of the firsts Industrial Free Trade Zone in Paraguay.
- Advising Banco Atlas in its process of consolidation merger with Banco Familiar.
- Advised Global-Woods on the fiscal impact of its projected operations in Paraguay.
Mascareño Vargas - Asesores
The tax team at Mascareño Vargas - Asesores specialises in corporate tax structuring, international tax planning, M&A, transfer pricing and dispute resolution. Mauro Mascareño is a seasoned expert in tax policy and corporate finance. Carlos Vargas Bordozo, a national and international tax law expert, leads corporate tax advisory, business reorganisations and investment projects, particularly for tech and e-commerce firms. Rodrigo Gómez Sánchez, an authority in M&A, financing and regulatory compliance, advises tech and infrastructure companies across Paraguay and the region.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mauro Mascareño; Carlos Vargas Cardozo; Rodrigo Gómez Sánchez
Les références
‘They are an agile, dynamic, and collaborative team. They take the time to understand not only the client’s need, but also the context of those needs. When searching for solutions, they have extensive resources, allowing them to offer solutions and alternatives.’
‘Mauro Mascareño’s leadership clearly sets the pace and the standard. He has extensive experience and resources, and he has a motivated and highly qualified team.’
Principaux clients
Deriv Paraguay
Alps Blockchain
Tarquino
Compañía de Petróleo y Asfalto
Tavamay
Telefónica Celular del Paraguay
Sacyr
Rutas del Este
Cruzmonte
Cooperativa Chortitzer Limitada
Original Partners
Inversiones Terra G
Farmedis
Penguin GroupVía Brasil
Hutt
Aromaseed Paraguay
Peroni Sosa Tellechea Burt & Narvaja
Peroni Sosa Tellechea Burt & Narvaja’s tax team combines legal and financial expertise to provide comprehensive support in both advisory and contentious matters. The group assists clients with tax-efficient corporate structures, international taxation and regulatory compliance, while also achieving favourable outcomes in audits and litigation. Led by Horacio Peroni and Juan Carlos Boggino, the team has been instrumental in structuring major transactions and securing significant tax recoveries for its clients. Peroni specialises in international taxation, transfer pricing and corporate tax structures, frequently advising on tax disputes involving double tax treaties, income tax and VAT. Boggino is an expert in customs duties, double tax treaties, transfer pricing and VAT disputes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Horacio Peroni; Juan Carlos Boggino