Since joining AMG in 2000, Caridad has proven to be an exceptional advocate for her clients tax needs in a variety of industries. Clients turn to Caridad seeking advise on intricate tax issues and to discuss innovative solutions under the applicable law. She has significant experience in the technical and legal issues of the complex tax field, including: (i) assist local and foreign businesses on corporate tax planning under PR and US federal income tax laws; and obtain rulings and closing agreements on behalf of companies and individuals from the PR Treasury Department; (ii) provide estate planning advice to PR and non PR born individuals, including US citizens relocating to PR; and draft wills, trusts and powers of attorney; (iii) specialize on estate division matters, including decedents that were non PR residents owning real estate in PR, and preparation of PR and US federal estate tax returns; (iv) advise US citizens residing in PR and foreign countries on the IRS voluntary disclosure alternatives for undisclosed offshore accounts, and federal tax compliance; (v) provide tax reporting advice to brokerage firms and clearing houses; (vi) negotiate tax incentives grants for companies and individuals under different PR tax incentives programs; (vii) advise on PR taxes, such as sales and use tax, real and personal property taxes, gift and estate taxes, excise taxes, and municipal license taxes; and (viii) draft PR legislation on tax and estate planning matters.

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Caridad is the mother of three children.  She loves outdoor activities. During her spare time, she likes to do exercises, such as yoga, spinning and kickboxing.  A tough, yet approachable tax attorney with excellent and proven negotiation skills.