Sri Harini S P is a notable legal professional with broad expertise in indirect tax litigation and advisory, complemented by advanced knowledge in direct tax controversies, litigation and regulation relating to securities law, and transactional matters. As a founding figure of Dakshin Law, she is recognized for effectively managing complex tax disputes, navigating intricate regulatory frameworks before various judicial and quasi-judicial authorities, and structuring multifaceted commercial transactions.
Ms. Harini consistently secures favourable resolutions for prominent corporate and financial sector clients by combining meticulous legal research, regulatory compliance, and pragmatic dispute resolution strategies. Her practice spans contentious litigations before various legal forums, regulatory investigations, and sophisticated contract negotiations, reflecting deep command over evolving legal landscapes.
Core Practice Areas
Goods and Services Tax (GST) Litigation and Advisory
Provides representation in input tax credit disputes, classification issues, valuation challenges, refund claims, and anti-profiteering investigations and litigation. Advises on compliance frameworks and conducts audits, with advocacy extending to adjudicating authorities, tribunals, High Courts, and the Hon’ble Supreme Court.
Direct Tax Disputes and Strategic Advisory
Manages assessments, penalty proceedings, transfer pricing issues, cross-border taxation, and tax planning matters under the Income Tax Act and allied laws. Engages in appellate litigation before statutory authorities and courts.
Securities Law Enforcement and Compliance
Represents clients in proceedings related to insider trading, market misconduct, shareholder derivative actions, class actions, and breaches of corporate governance obligations. Advises on SEBI regulations and regulatory enforcement protocols.
Commercial Agreements and Negotiations
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a range of commercial agreements, joint ventures, shareholder arrangements, and transactional documentation, emphasizing statutory compliance and risk management.
Corporate Reorganizations and Governance
Advises on mergers, demergers, restructurings, and related corporate matters, with representation before the NCLAT and other corporate law forums. Provides compliance and governance advisory in corporate restructuring.
Regulatory Compliance and Preventive Counsel
Offers comprehensive consultation on statutory compliance and risk mitigation in direct and indirect tax laws, securities regulations, and broader regulatory mandates impacting highly regulated sectors.
Ms. Harini’s practice is characterized by analytical rigour, a thorough command of statutory frameworks, and a strategic approach to dispute resolution and transactional advisory, delivering tailored, impactful solutions to her clientele.
