Himanshu Sinha leads Trilegal‘s tax team. Experienced advising global tech giants, manufacturing majors and large investment funds alike, the team handles the tax aspects of transactions, tax-efficiency structuring for businesses and tax litigation. Sinha bolsters the team’s direct tax abilities, bringing experience in transfer pricing, international tax and tax controversies before tribunals, authorities and the high courts. Komal Dani is another standout practitioner, experienced in advising Indian and multinational clients on the tax aspects of complex M&A transactions. Kartikey Kulshrestha and Prashant Meharchandani are rising practitioners in indirect taxes and tax litigation, respectively. Jitendra Motwani joined the team from Economic Laws Practice in November.
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Testimonials
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‘Trilegal’s Tax practice stands out for its deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and client-centric approach.’
‘Himanshu Sinha brings a rare spectrum of experience—as a lawyer, former IRS officer, Big-4 Tax Director, and now partner—making him a standout advisor. His deep tax-technical sharpness, integrity, and access to senior tax officials add immense value. His technical brilliance and ability to simplify complex tax issues with practical, solution-oriented advice is the reason that he is the go-to person for me for the legal issues that my organisation faces.'
‘The team at Trilegal is adept, approachable, and responsive. In a field where it is commonplace to have difficult-to-contact counsels and their juniors, we appreciate Trilegal's responsiveness.’
'Kartikey Kulshrestha is standout - his availability and guidance through the nuances of Indian tax law and the consequences is essential, particularly given the differing views taken by the other side which were not as commercial or tailored to the deal.'
'Meyyappan Nagappan is extremely cooperative and approachable. He takes the time to understand our challenges and consistently provide practical and appropriate solutions.'
'What makes Trilegal’s tax practice unique is its ability to seamlessly integrate both tax and legal perspectives while offering advice that is deeply contextual to the client’s business and stage of growth.'
'Trilegal distinguishes itself by its pragmatism and client-centric approach. While many firms are known for technical excellence, Trilegal’s strength lies in bridging technical expertise with business realities, ensuring that solutions are not only legally sound but also commercially implementable.'
'Prashant Meharchandani is prompt and calm, offering a solution-focused approach.'
Key clients
- Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
- Mack Star Marketing Private Limited (a D.E. Shaw group entity)
- Samsung India Electronics Private Limited
- Alden Global Capital LLC
- Tanjung Buai Ventures Sdn. Bhd
- Department of Revenue and Customs, Royal Government of Bhutan
- Tesco Bengaluru Private Limited
- Mitsubishi Corporation, Japan
- Saudia Airlines
- Venturi I Fund I and Venturi I Co-Investment I
Work highlights
Advise Saudia Airlines in one of the largest industry-wide GST-related litigation relating to the alleged import of services by the Indian branch offices of foreign airlines from their overseas head offices.
Represent Mack Star Marketing Private Limited before various fora, including the Indian income-tax authorities like assessing officer, Commissioner (Appeals), and the Mumbai bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal in a series of income tax matters.
Advised the Department of Revenue and Customs, Royal Government of Bhutan, on international and digital taxation.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Komal Dani
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kartikey Kulshrestha
Practice head
Himanshu Sinha
Other key lawyers
Komal Dani; Meyyappan Nagappan; Kartikey Kulshrestha; Prashant Meharchandani