Mae García
MAH-ehJunior AssociateMae Garcia is an associate with experience in tax and customs advisory services for companies in various sectors, including agriculture, aquaculture, construction, and hospitality.
She has been involved in tax audit processes for both individuals and legal entities, as well as in tax planning and administrative proceedings before the Peruvian Tax Authority. Her work is distinguished by her technical knowledge of applicable regulations and her ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in client matters.
EXPERIENCE
- Defense of taxpayers in audit proceedings related to Income Tax, Unjustified Net Worth Increases, General Sales Tax (VAT), Temporary Tax on Net Assets, and Drawback
- Representation and defense of taxpayers in administrative claims before SUNAT and appeals before the Tax Court
- Advisory services in tax planning and tax/customs compliance
- Management of refund requests for undue and/or excess payments and tax credits before SUNAT
- Spanish
- English
- J.D., University of Piura, 2022
with honors
Prior Experience
Prior to joining DLA Piper Peru, Mae held the position of legal advisor in Tax and Customs Law at a distinguished law and accounting firm. In this capacity, she actively participated in tax audit proceedings, developed tax planning strategies, and engaged in litigation before SUNAT and the Tax Court.
Additional Education
- Intensive Course, International Tax Law, Austral University, 2022
- Intensive Course, Tax Compliance, Austral University, 2022
- Intensive Course, Tax Law, Austral University, 2022
- Master's Degree, Tax Policy and Taxation (coursework completed), University of Lima, 2024 – GPA: 16.55/20
- Course, Spanish and European Union Tax Law, University of Navarra, 2024
- Course, Mining Taxation, ESAN Graduate School of Business, 2025 – Grade: 17/20
Memberships and Affiliations
- Piura Bar Association