Shweta Gupta
Asst. Manager - Indirect Tax Litigation & Advisory
Mumbai
Summary
Law Graduate (LLM) and CS Executive Candidate with 5+ years of experience in GST litigation, regulatory compliance, and tax advisory. Currently managing a portfolio of 35+ indirect tax litigation matters primarily for clients in the trading and service sectors, with individual tax demands frequently exceeding 30 Lakhs. Experienced in handling GST disputes, departmental investigations, audit proceedings, and enforcement actions involving Sections 73, 74, 16, 64, and 122 of the CGST Act. Alongside the corporate role, independently advising 15+ clients on GST compliance, litigation support, and regulatory strategy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Assistant Manager – Indirect Tax Litigation & Advisory
SSRV Associates
12.2025 - Current
- Managing 35+ active GST litigation matters involving disputes under Sections 73, 74, 16 and 122.
- Drafting SCN replies, appeals, and detailed legal submissions before GST adjudicating authorities.
- Representing clients before GST authorities, investigation wings, and Anti-Evasion departments.
- Handling matters arising from departmental audits, investigation proceedings, and enforcement actions including search & seizure.
- Conducting ITC reconciliation and eligibility analysis to support litigation strategy and audit defense.
- Advising businesses on GST compliance structures and tax risk mitigation strategies.
- Coordinating with senior counsel for High Court matters and preparing legal briefs.
Freelance Legal & Tax Consultant
Independent Legal Practice
01.2024 - Current
- Providing legal and tax advisory services to 15+ clients on GST compliance and regulatory obligations.
- Drafting SCN replies, legal representations, and advisory opinions on GST disputes.
- Assisting clients during departmental audits, investigation notices, and Anti-Evasion inquiries.
- Managing GST compliance lifecycle including ITC reconciliation, liability analysis, and return filings.
Legal Associate
Gurpavin Advisors Pvt Ltd
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted legal research on NBFC and Fin-Tech regulatory frameworks.
- Drafted and reviewed NDAs and commercial agreements.
- Managed digital contract lifecycle using Legality.
Junior Advocate
Sachin Chandan & Associates
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in High Court litigation including petition drafting and legal submissions.
- Conducted statutory research across civil and criminal law matters.
Legal Intern
Tushar Kochale & Associates
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Assisted in SRA matters and civil litigation through legal research and documentation.
- Drafted legal notices and case documentation for ongoing proceedings.
Education
Company Secretary (CS) – Executive Level -
Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Master of Laws (LLM) - undefined
Anand Vishwa College
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined
New Law College
Diploma - Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
University of Mumbai
Diploma - Security Law
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - undefined
Tolani College of Commerce
Skills
- GST Portal
- Income Tax Portal
- Operations Management
- MCA21 Corporate Filings
- TDS/TRACES
- SCC Online, Manupatra
Accomplishments
- Managing 35+ GST and VAT litigation matters where individual tax exposure frequently exceeds 30 Lakhs.
- Drafted comprehensive Show Cause Notice replies and appellate submissions leading to favorable outcomes for clients.
- Assisted clients during GST investigations, Anti-Evasion inquiries, search & seizure actions, and departmental audits.
- Contributed to research and drafting of writ petitions before the High Court including briefing senior counsel.
- Built and maintained a portfolio of 15+ independent advisory clients.
Interests
Travelling Painting Reading
Timeline
Assistant Manager – Indirect Tax Litigation & Advisory
SSRV Associates
12.2025 - Current
Freelance Legal & Tax Consultant
Independent Legal Practice
01.2024 - Current
Legal Associate
Gurpavin Advisors Pvt Ltd
02.2023 - 01.2024
Junior Advocate
Sachin Chandan & Associates
10.2022 - 01.2023
Legal Intern
Tushar Kochale & Associates
09.2020 - 09.2022
Master of Laws (LLM) - undefined
Anand Vishwa College
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - undefined
New Law College
Diploma - Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
University of Mumbai
Diploma - Security Law
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - undefined
Tolani College of Commerce
Company Secretary (CS) – Executive Level -
Institute of Company Secretaries of India
CORE EXPERTISE
- GST Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Departmental Audits & Investigation Proceedings
- Anti-Evasion Matters & Enforcement Actions
- Search & Seizure Proceedings
- SCN Reply Drafting & Appellate Submissions
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) Disputes & Reconciliation
- Corporate Regulatory Advisory
- Legal Research & Statutory Interpretation
KEY GST EXPOSURE
- Litigation matters under Sections 73, 74, 16, 64 and 122 of the CGST Act
- Representation before GST Adjudicating Authorities and Investigation Wings
- Handling Anti-Evasion Department investigations
- Assistance in Search & Seizure proceedings and enforcement actions
- Responding to audit observations under Section 65
- Advisory on ITC eligibility disputes and reconciliation issues
- Handling high-value GST demand disputes exceeding 30 Lakhs per matter