Direct & Indirect Tax
The firm advises on direct and indirect tax matters, including GST advisory, departmental representation, and tax litigation before tribunals and the High Court.
Scope of work the firm handles
- GST advisory — registration, returns, classification, place of supply
- GST departmental proceedings — show-cause notices, audits, anti-evasion
- Income-tax assessments, scrutiny and appeals
- Tax litigation before ITAT, GSTAT, and the High Court
- Reply drafting for show-cause and demand notices
- Refund claims and rectification applications
- Tax aspects of commercial transactions
- Compliance advisory for businesses across the FMCG, pharmaceutical and jewellery sectors
Who typically engages the firm
- Businesses receiving GST or income-tax notices
- Companies needing transactional tax structuring advice
- Assessees pursuing appeals at tribunal or higher fora
- Persons facing search, survey, or anti-evasion proceedings
Where the firm appears
Relevant statutory framework
- Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
- Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
- State GST Acts (including Rajasthan SGST)
- Income-tax Act, 1961
- Customs Act, 1962
- Finance Acts (relevant year)
How an engagement begins
- 01 Initial consultation
An initial consultation is arranged on request to understand the matter.
- 02 Engagement letter
If the firm is in a position to assist, an engagement letter setting out the scope of work and the terms of engagement is shared.
- 03 Representation, drafting or advisory
The firm proceeds with the agreed scope of work — representation, drafting, vetting, or advisory work as the engagement requires.
Frequently asked questions
What is the timeline for replying to a GST show-cause notice?
The notice itself specifies the period for reply. Typically 30 days, though shorter timelines are sometimes prescribed. Extensions can be sought from the proper officer in genuine cases.
Is GSTAT functional, and can appeals be filed there?
The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal has been notified and is being operationalised. Pending its full functioning, appeals from second-appellate orders proceed under the framework prescribed by the GST Acts and related notifications.
Can the firm handle income-tax appeals?
Yes — appeals before CIT(A), the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), and writ petitions before the High Court in tax matters fall within scope.
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