Erik Lind

Partner
Erik is a brilliant lawyer with a strong business capacity.
— Chambers Private Wealth Law, 2024
Lima
About

Erik Lind is a highly regarded tax law advisor celebrated for his ability to integrate complex legal and financial frameworks with business strategy. He collaborates with prominent companies to develop and implement tax-efficient solutions for mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and cross-border transactions. His approach combines technical experience with a clear understanding of how tax decisions affect long-term value, risk exposure, and regulatory compliance.

In addition to his corporate work, Erik advises ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on wealth preservation, succession planning, and the legal structuring of family assets across a variety of jurisdictions. Known for his talent in simplifying complex issues, he crafts tailored strategies that align seamlessly with personal objectives, family governance, and fiscal efficiency. Clients trust his discretion and insights, confident in his ability to deliver comprehensive solutions drawn from years of experience and extensive regulatory knowledge.

Areas of FocusTaxMergers and AcquisitionsRestructuringCorporate
Bar admissionsPeru

EXPERIENCE

  • Advising a local construction materials company in its acquisition by a global cement and aggregates leader
  • Advising a regional fitness brand in the acquisition of a US$23 million equity interest in its Peruvian subsidiary, resulting in full ownership
  • Advised Conservation International, The Nature Conservancy, Wildlife Conservation Society, and WWF on a historic US$20 million debt-for-nature swap between the US and Peru that will redirect money to protect three priority areas in the Peruvian Amazon
  • Provided Peruvian tax advice in the global acquisition of a major international premium brand in the hotel industry
  • Provided tax advice to the Peruvian government for the construction of a major international airport
  • Provided tax advice to a leading international production company in relation to a contract entered into with the Lima Pan-American Games Authority
  • Provided Peruvian tax analysis and guidance in the structuring of one of the largest issuances of foreign GDNs with Peruvian underlying instruments, issued by a Peruvian government entity
  • Participated in the tax planning and implementation of the business structure of a leading foreign communications tower company
Languages
  • Spanish
  • English

Awards

Chambers & Partners

  • Band 1, Private Wealth Law, (2021 – 2024)

Chambers Latin America

  • Band 3, Peru Tax, (2026)
  • Band 4, Peru Tax, (2023 – 2025)

Legal 500 Latin America

  • Recommended Lawyer, Peru Tax, (2023 – 2025)
Additional Recognitions
  • Highly Regarded, Peru, General Corporate Tax, International Tax Review, (2025)
Education
  • LL.M., Taxation, Georgetown University, 2010

  • J.D., University of Lima, 2004
    magna cum laude

Publications

  • Author, "Tax considerations applicable to trusts under the Income Tax Law," Commemorative Book for the 40th Anniversary of IFA Peru

Seminars

  • Speaker, "XXIII DLA Piper Latin America Tax Webinar," October 2025
  • Speaker, “XXII DLA Piper Latin America Tax Webinar,” April 2025
  • Speaker, "Business Groups Under SUNAT's Radar: Audit Trends and Litigation Challenges in 2025," Lima 2025
  • Speaker, International Private Client Conference, Miami, 2025
  • Speaker, International Private Client Conference, Miami, 2024
  • Speaker, XVIII Annual Congress on Business Taxation, 2023

Media Mentions

  • Quoted, "SUNAT focuses on foreign income: know how to deal with audits," Gestión, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper strengthens its tax practice with the incorporation of Jesús Ramos," Lawyer Press News, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper refreshes management and adds tax partner in Peru," Latin Lawyer, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper strengthens its tax practice," Legal Leader, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper adds tax partner," Leaders League, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper strengthens its tax practice with new member," Idealex, 2025
  • Quoted, "DLA Piper appoints co-managing partners in Peru," LexLatin, 2025
  • Mentioned, "Smart Fit takes full ownership of its Peruvian branch," Latin Lawyer, 2024

Prior Experience

Before joining DLA Piper, Erik was a senior partner at a multinational professional services network and a partner at a major Peruvian law firm. He additionally worked in international tax services at an international professional services network in New York.

Academic Experience

  • Professor, Corporate Taxation and International Taxation, Graduate Degree Program, ESAN University
  • Professor, Corporate Taxation, LL.M. Program, Pontifical Catholic University of Perú
  • Professor, International Tax Law, National University of San Marcos
  • Professor, Tax Law, University of Lima

Memberships And Affiliations

  • Lima Bar Association

My latest insights

News

DLA Piper lawyers and practices ranked in Chambers Latin America 2025

20 August 2024 .4 minute read

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+1 511 616 1200
(Work, Lima)