Fernando Watanabe is a distinguished tax professional with extensive expertise in judicial and administrative tax litigation. With a Bachelor’s in Law from the University of São Paulo (USP) and an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University, he has honed his skills in corporate tax counseling and business structuring, serving both local and international clients. Nominated as Indirect Tax Rising Star at the ITR Americas Tax Awards 2024, Fernando has also gained valuable international experience with Ernst & Young (EY)’s National Office in Washington, DC. His specialization in tax law, combined with his cross-border insights, makes him a key contributor to the evolving landscape of tax law.