• The tax practice team is composed of experts who advise clients on both tax consulting and litigation.
• With the addition of Eric Palacios, the firm's tax law practice will comprise one partner, one of counsel, two counsel and five associates. • By strengthening this practice area, the firm consolidates its full-practice service offering to better serve its clients' legal needs. Mexico City, August 14, 2024.- Von Wobeser y Sierra, S. C., a leading Mexican firm, announces the addition of Eric Palacios as counsel to expand and further consolidate its tax law practice. Eric Palacios brings extensive experience in international tax consulting, cross-border transactions, and mergers and acquisitions, making him a key addition to the team. This announcement is consistent with the firm's full-practice strategy and is effective as of August 12, 2024. “We are pleased to welcome Eric Palacios to our Tax practice. His addition not only enhances our technical capabilities but also strengthens our ability to deliver strategic, comprehensive tax solutions in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. In addition to providing tax consulting services to clients, Eric will support the tax litigation and controversy practice with technical accounting and legal content,” said Alejandro Torres, partner and head of Von Wobeser y Sierra's tax practice. Eric Palacios is a tax attorney and public accountant with more than 10 years of experience advising on investment structures, private equity, corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and transactions in the financial sector. He has advised multinational companies and individuals on the design and implementation of corporate structures and cross-border transactions. His experience in analyzing international tax treaties helps clients achieve their objectives in compliance with applicable regulations. Eric's addition to Von Wobeser y Sierra strengthens its Tax practice (Consulting, Controversy and Litigation), led by Alejandro Torres, a partner with more than thirty years of experience in tax consulting, controversy and litigation. Together with the expertise of counsel Luis Enrique Torres in tax and administrative litigation, including alternative dispute resolution methods, and the experience of counsel Ricardo Cacho in criminal tax matters and fintech, his experience reinforces the firm's ability to address complex tax issues and provide top-tier service to clients. This team is backed by two distinguished retired justices of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, Guillermo Ortiz Mayagoitia and Margarita Luna Ramos, who provide invaluable advice as of counsel. Before joining Von Wobeser y Sierra, Eric was a senior associate at prominent law firms in Mexico City. He also gained experience in Europe as a finance intern, supporting financial analysis and developing financial models for small and medium-sized enterprises. “I am delighted to be part of Von Wobeser y Sierra. The firm has consistently demonstrated excellence in legal services and client relationships. I look forward to leveraging my experience in tax consulting and advisory to help clients navigate complex transactions and achieve their business objectives,” said Eric Palacios. Luis Burgueño, partner at Von Wobeser y Sierra, stated: “The integration of Eric Palacios into the team underscores our commitment to excellence and comprehensive service. Our mission is to resolve our clients' legal matters with the highest-quality services, and Eric's consulting experience aligns perfectly with this goal. His skills will help us continue to offer innovative and effective tax solutions, ensuring our clients' success in a dynamic legal environment.” For more information about the firm and its team, click here. Media contact: Chantal Williams:+52 (55) 1295-5407 | cwilliams@vwys.com.mx
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