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Mauro Farias Advogados

Tax

Tax considerations affect investment, commercial arrangements and the organization of a business. Advice examines the consequences of those choices and their supporting documentation, taking account of the activity, the relevant authorities and the transaction.

Advisory work addresses the interpretation of applicable rules and alternatives for recurring operations or specific projects. Analysis connects the legal structure with its commercial implementation, accounting records and the company’s obligations. Stating the assumptions and unresolved issues allows management to compare options clearly and identify matters requiring financial or operational information.

For acquisitions, reorganizations and real estate transactions, tax review identifies issues affecting the structure and allocation of responsibilities. Work may include due diligence, assessment of contingent liabilities and contractual provisions concerning tax exposures. Coordination with corporate and accounting teams helps check that the proposed arrangements remain consistent with how the transaction will be implemented.

In audits and disputes, assistance covers the supporting record, responses to information requests and representation in administrative and court proceedings. Assessment considers the issue in dispute, the available evidence and financial effects supplied by the taxpayer. Relevant legislative developments are reviewed in relation to the business activity and the period concerned, rather than assumed to affect every operation in the same way.

Scope of Work

  • Tax advice on business structures and transactions.
  • Tax due diligence and contingent liability reviews.
  • Contractual allocation of tax responsibilities.
  • Assistance with tax audits and information requests.
  • Administrative tax disputes and court proceedings.

In Practice

How do tax advisory and tax disputes work together?

Advisory work examines rules, records and alternatives for the transaction. Dispute work addresses assessments, audits and administrative or judicial proceedings. Considering both helps evaluate contingencies and the effects of decisions on contracts, cash flow and responsibilities.

For an Initial Discussion

Identify the tax, transaction or assessment, the relevant period and running deadlines. Tax, accounting and contractual records are reviewed with the professionals responsible for them.

Related topics: Corporate and M&A · Restructuring and Insolvency.

Each engagement is defined by the circumstances of the matter and the scope agreed with the client.

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