Associate

Metalegal Advocates is looking to engage and retain an Associate (Advocate/Chartered Accountant) for its practice in Taxation - Litigation and Advisory.

For more information about Metalegal Advocates, please visit www.metalegal.in.

Engagement Profile

The role would primarily involve:

• Advising clients on matters relating to Direct and Indirect Taxation (Income Tax, GST, Customs, etc.);
  
• Providing legal counsel on tax disputes, compliance issues, and regulatory proceedings;
  
• Drafting appeals, replies, petitions, applications, rejoinders, legal advisories, memos, and other court documents;
  
• Managing extensive case documentation with a professional approach, and adapting quickly to digital tools such as Zoho and Microsoft Teams;
  
• Supporting clients through litigation, investigations, quasi-judicial proceedings, and general tax advisory matters;
  
• Conducting legal research and handling filings before tax authorities and tribunals in coordination with clerks and support staff;
  
• Contributing to the firm’s knowledge database through case law compilations, statute summaries, white papers, etc.

Requirements

• Must be a qualified Advocate (LL.B.), enrolled with the Bar Council of India. Qualified Chartered Accountant.
  

• 1-3 years of PQE.

An ideal candidate would demonstrate:

• A strong passion for learning and building expertise in taxation laws;
  
• A knowledge-driven and analytical approach;
  
• Effective communication and drafting skills;
  
• A sound ethical mindset;
  
• The ability to work calmly under pressure, adapt to dynamic situations, and respond with a problem-solving approach.

Benefits