Praised for having a ‘single support system for all tax related issues’ the tax practice at Kochhar & Co. is well regarded for its counsel on international tax treaties, the withholding taxes and tax disputes. On the direct tax front, the team regularly advise its clients on mitigating tax withholding, tax effective repatriation and exit arrangements under double taxation avoidance agreements. In addition, the team’s advisory also encompasses the tax elements of M&A transactions and indirect tax. The team also routinely advises its clients on GST-related matters. Shahid Khan  oversees the direct tax matters and draws on more than 40 years of experience. The ‘meticulous and practical’ Reena Khair heads the indirect tax side of the practice. Senior associate Shreya Dahiya remains a key name in the team.

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  • ‘The Tax practice at Kochhar & Co., is not compartmentalized into just different verticals. Having partners specialising in different fields and working in tandem for the benefit of the clients, helps us in having single support system for all tax related issues.’

  • ‘ Ms. Khair has been representing our company before various forums for the past 22 years and has been successful in getting us the desired results. She is meticulous and practical in giving us advice. She stands out from the other lawyers in this field as she has a holistic approach in handling any matter. She does not merely look at the issue and the legal position at hand, but also considers the intricacies of our industry, and other facets that may affect our business. She is always abreast with the latest developments and advises us accordingly.’

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Leading associates
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Shahid Khan, Reena Khair

Other key lawyers

Shreya Dahiya