Miguel A. Valdes

Mike Valdes enjoys a reputation unsurpassed in the industry. An internationally recognized specialist in tax planning and controversy, particularly with respect to Latin American and Caribbean tax matters, Mike has over 35 years of international tax experience. His understanding of his clients’ challenges springs from his experience on both sides of the desk – as the global head of tax for a public multinational pharmaceutical company and as a partner in both Big 4 accounting and major international law firms. Because of his poise in both corporate and consulting settings, Mike is the go-to professional for sound advice and counsel in dealing with complex and challenging transactions.

Education

• Juris Doctor. DePaul University, Chicago, IL.
• Master of Science. DePaul University, Chicago, IL.
• Bachelor of Science. Loyola University, Chicago, IL.

Professional Memberships and Affiliations

• American Bar Association (ABA)
• American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
• Florida Bar Association
• Illinois Bar Association
• Illinois CPA Society
• Latin America Tax and Legal Network (LATAXNET), President
• Tax Executives International (TEI), past member