SM Legal Advocates & Solicitors
Website:
smlegaladvocates.com
Job details:
Job Description
Position: Senior Associate - Indirect Tax Litigation & Advisory Location: Kolkata (Candidates must be based out of Kolkata to apply)
Experience: Minimum 4+ years post-qualification, exclusively in the indirect tax domain.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation Support & Advocacy
- Provide assistance in arguing and representing matters before Tribunals and High Courts
- Handle complex indirect tax litigation across all stages
- Represent client interests in high-stakes proceedings
Advanced Legal Drafting
- Draft writ petitions, statutory appeals, and legal opinions
- Prepare replies, rejoinders, and other complex legal documents
- Ensure drafts meet the highest standards with minimal supervision
Case Ownership & Strategy
- Formulate litigation strategy for assigned matters
- Take full ownership of files from inception to resolution
- Advise clients directly on complex indirect tax matters
Legal Research & Analysis
- Conduct in-depth research on evolving indirect tax jurisprudence
- Analyze case laws, statutes, and regulatory developments
- Guide research direction for junior team members
Team Mentorship
- Supervise and mentor Junior Associates on research and drafting
- Review and guide their work before escalation to senior partners
- Support skill development within the team
Client & Court Coordination
- Liaise directly with clients on case strategy and updates
- Coordinate hearing preparation and represent the firm in court
- Manage timelines and deadlines across multiple matters
Case File Management
- Maintain organized, audit-ready case files
- Ensure timely filing and documentation compliance
- Track progress across a portfolio of matters
Essential Qualifications
- Law degree (LLB/BA LLB/BBA LLB) from a recognized institution
- Mandatory: Enrolled with the Bar Council - West Bengal
- Mandatory: Currently based out of Kolkata
- Minimum 4+ years of post-qualification experience exclusively in indirect tax (Only candidates with dedicated tax law experience will be considered)
- Strong understanding of indirect tax laws (GST, Service Tax, Customs, Excise)
Desired Skills
- Proven courtroom advocacy experience
- Strong statutory interpretation and analytical ability
- Leadership and team mentorship experience
- Excellent legal research and drafting skills
- Ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters with appropriate supervision
- Proficiency in legal databases and research tools
What We Offer
- Ownership of high-stakes indirect tax litigation
- Direct client-facing exposure
- A leadership role mentoring junior team members
- Professional growth in a specialized tax practice
- Collaborative work environment
How to Apply Interested candidates meeting the above requirements may:
- Send CV and brief cover letter to: smlegaladvocates@gmail.com
- Or send a direct message on LinkedIn
Please mention "Application for Senior Associate - Indirect Tax" in the subject line.
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