The urgency of tax consultancy in light of Tax Reform

The Brazilian tax system has historically been marked by its complexity, instability and high costs for companies of all sizes. With the arrival of the Tax Reform — whose implementation officially begins in 2026 and will be completed in phases until 2033 — this scenario enters a new cycle of transformations that will require much more than adaptation from companies: it will require strategy, technical knowledge and ongoing legal planning. In this context, specialized tax consultancy is not only recommended, but essential for the survival and competitiveness of companies.

According to data released by the Contadores.cnt.br portal and Diário do Comércio, approximately 85% of Brazilian companies are unprepared for the Tax Reform. Most people do not know how the changes will affect their tax regime, their internal and interstate operations, nor are they prepared to deal with new taxes such as the IBS (Tax on Circulation of Goods and Services) and the CBS (Contribution on Circulation of Goods and Services), which will replace several current taxes, such as ICMS, ISS, PIS and Cofins.

Lack of preparation poses serious risks, such as fines for calculation errors, loss of tax benefits and increased tax burden due to failures in the transition. This is where the strategic role of the tax lawyer comes in: their work is not limited to defense in lawsuits or litigation, but also extends to the preventive and consultative area, advising companies on the best regime to be adopted, analyzing sectoral impacts and proposing legal measures to reduce risks and take advantage of opportunities for tax compliance.

In addition, specialized legal advice helps to structure tax planning in an ethical and efficient manner, anticipating scenarios, simulating financial impacts and adjusting internal processes to ensure compliance with the new legislation. In many cases, it is this work that ensures that the company does not suffer interruptions in activities or significant financial losses during the transition.

With the Reform underway, companies that “wait and see” run a serious risk of being left behind. Those that anticipate with the support of a tax legal consultancy will be better prepared to grow in a reformed, competitive and increasingly monitored tax environment.

Sources:

contadores.cnt.br – access in 2025

diariodocomercio.com.br – access in 2025