Direct taxation Litigation

Job Description:

Direct Tax ITAT Litigation Role

We are hiring an experienced professional for a Direct Tax ITAT Litigation role with strong hands-on exposure to appellate practice before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT). This position is ideal for candidates who have independently handled ITAT matters, drafted complex submissions, and appeared before the tribunal.

The role offers deep involvement in direct income tax litigation, including drafting appeals, preparing paper books, handling hearings, and coordinating with senior counsels. If you are looking to build expertise in appellate tax litigation, this opportunity provides strong career growth in a focused legal practice environment.


Role Overview in Direct Tax ITAT Litigation

The selected candidate will independently manage ITAT-level cases and represent clients in appellate proceedings. The role demands thorough knowledge of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and procedural aspects of tribunal litigation.

You will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of ITAT cases — from drafting and filing to hearings and post-order compliance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Independently handle litigation matters before ITAT

  • Draft and file appeals, grounds of appeal, written submissions, and synopsis

  • Prepare paper books and manage ITAT documentation

  • Appear before ITAT and coordinate with senior counsels

  • Draft replies to scrutiny, show cause, and penalty notices

  • Conduct detailed case law research and legal analysis

  • Maintain litigation trackers and documentation systems

  • Handle e-filing of appeals and submissions through the Income Tax Portal


Qualifications & Experience

  • CA / LLB / LLM (Direct Tax specialization preferred)

  • 4–9 years of core experience in direct income tax litigation

  • Mandatory exposure to ITAT appearances and tribunal-level handling

  • Strong drafting, analytical, and representation skills

  • Deep understanding of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and appellate procedures


Why Join?

  • Core exposure to appellate litigation before ITAT

  • Opportunity to independently argue and manage tribunal matters

  • Work closely with senior tax counsels

  • Strong learning curve and long-term growth in tax litigation

  • Prime office location in Bandra West, Mumbai

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