Associate - GST Litigation

Job SummaryWe are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Associate – GST Litigation to assist in handling GST litigation, advisory, and related tax matters. The role will involve legal research, drafting of replies and submissions, preparation for hearings, case management, and assisting senior advocates in representing clients before GST authorities and appellate forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and assist in GST litigation and dispute resolution matters under the guidance of senior professionals.
• Assist in matters relating to GST show cause notices (SCNs), adjudication proceedings, assessments, audits, investigations, and departmental proceedings.
• Research and analyse provisions of the CGST/SGST Acts, Rules, notifications, circulars, and relevant judicial decisions.
• Prepare drafts of:
• Replies to GST show cause notices
• Written submissions and representations
• Applications and petitions
• Appeals and related documents
• Statements of facts and grounds of appeal
• Submissions for personal hearings
• Assist in preparing case briefs, legal opinions, issue notes, chronologies, and hearing notes.
• Analyse GST disputes involving classification, valuation, input tax credit (ITC), place of supply, refunds, registration, interest, penalty, demand, and procedural issues.
• Conduct research on relevant judgments of High Courts, Supreme Court, GST Appellate Tribunal, CESTAT, and other appropriate authorities, as applicable.
• Assist senior advocates in preparation for personal hearings and departmental proceedings.
• Maintain case-wise records of notices, orders, replies, appeals, hearing dates, and other important documents.
• Coordinate with clients to obtain facts, documents, invoices, agreements, reconciliations, and other information required for litigation.
• Review and analyse client documents and transaction records to identify relevant factual and legal issues.
• Assist in preparing appeal papers, paper books, compilation of judgments, and hearing briefs.
• Track litigation timelines, limitation periods, hearing dates, and compliance requirements.
• Assist in GST advisory assignments arising from or connected with ongoing litigation.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and ensure proper documentation of all matters.

Required Skills

• Good understanding of GST laws and litigation procedures.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent drafting and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and analyse complex factual and financial transactions.
• Working knowledge of CGST/SGST Acts, GST Rules, notifications, circulars, and case law.
• Good command of MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within deadlines.
• Good client communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to independently manage assigned matters while working under the supervision of senior professionals.