Alberto Vela

• Law Degree, UNAM
• Master’s in Tax Law, Universidad Panamericana
• Diplomas in Constitutional Law, Human Rights, Tax Law, Legal Argumentation, Business Law — UNAM, CEC, ITAM

Alberto joined Baker Tilly over five years ago as Partner of Legal Services. His professional career began at IDC magazine, followed by work at one of the Big Four firms and his own independent legal practice.

He is recognized for his strategic and creative thinking, and his ability to resolve complex legal disputes through negotiation and mediation, particularly before PRODECON and administrative authorities, often avoiding litigation altogether. When court proceedings are required, he has consistently delivered successful outcomes for clients.

His professional expertise includes:

• Legal consulting on the interpretation and application of regulations to help companies achieve their business goals while remaining compliant
• Litigation in tax and administrative-economic matters, including administrative appeals and constitutional proceedings
• Guiding companies to meet their tax obligations accurately and on time, helping them avoid penalties and operate within the legal-tax framework

• Certified Attorney, National Association of Business Lawyers (ANADE)
• Frequent contributor to legal and tax publications such as Puntos Finos, IDC, Veritas, Praxis de la Justicia Fiscal y Administrativa, and Dinámica Empresarial
• Lecturer and academic instructor at various public and private institutions, colleges, and universities throughout Mexico

Alberto advises both national and international companies on legal compliance across multiple areas, including tax, corporate, regulatory, and administrative matters.

• Member, Tax Law Committee, ANADE
• Member, Constitutional and Amparo Law Committee, ANADE
• Member, Fiscal Commission, Colegio de Contadores Públicos de México
• Legal and tax advisor for several business organizations