Adv. Mukul Gupta
Founder & Senior Partner, Sharnam Legal
Mr. Mukul Gupta is a distinguished B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics graduate who completed his LL.B. in 1980 and have completed the “Leadership & Change Management” course from IIM Ahmedabad as well as ‘Masterclass for Directors’ from Institute of Directors. As an Advocate with over four decades of exemplary legal practice and Founder & Senior Partner of Sharnam Legal, he brings unparalleled expertise in Indirect Taxation—GST, VAT, Service Tax, Entry Tax, Works-Contract Tax, Central Excise, and Customs—along with business strategy implementation to enterprises of all scales, from MSMEs to multinational corporations and has deep understanding and rich experience of Corporate Governance as Independent Director in listed companies.
Professional Expertise
With 44 years of rich experience, Mr. Gupta specializes in:
- GST & Indirect Tax Advisory – Strategic transaction framing and compliance solutions
- Due Diligence & Compliance Reviews – Comprehensive assessments for business enterprises
- Tax Litigation – Representing clients across all forums for Indian and international businesses
- Corporate Governance – Board advisory and risk management
Parliamentary Recognition
Mr. Gupta has had the distinct honor of presenting expert views for development of GST Law in India before:
- June 2015: Hon’ble Select Committee of Rajya Sabha examining the 122nd Constitutional Amendment Bill
- June 2014: Hon’ble Standing Committee on Finance of Lok Sabha reviewing the 115th Constitutional Amendment Bill
These invitations along with close interaction with country’s topmost Bureaucrats underscore his recognized authority in shaping India’s indirect tax policy framework and his pivotal role in the GST Law designing process.
Corporate Leadership
Current Positions:
- Independent Director & Chairman, Audit Committee and Risk Management Committee at Panacea Biotec Ltd (leading pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturer)
Former Positions:
- Independent Director & Chairman, Audit Committee at Federal Mogul (Goetze) India Ltd (15 years) – automotive components manufacturer
Professional Associations
Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA):
- Active Member since 1985
All India Federation of Tax Practitioners (AIFTP):
- Chairman, GST Representation Committee (2010-2025)
- National Executive Member (2006-2024)
- Secretary General (2008-2009)
- National Vice President (2014-2015)
Association of Tax Lawyers (ATL):
- Founder Member & Advisor
Media Presence & Thought Leadership
Mr. Mukul Gupta is a respected voice in public discourse, regularly appearing in news debates on various national TV channels. His expertise extends beyond his core subjects of GST and Corporate Governance to encompass social causes and economic issues, making him a well-rounded commentator on contemporary affairs.
Publications & Commentary
Mr. Gupta has authored numerous articles on varied subjects of professional and social nature. He is highly regarded for his insightful views expressed in articles published in electronic and print media of very high standards in India as well as internationally, reaching a large and diverse readership.
Recognition
Adv. Prateek Gupta
Managing Partner
Mr. Gupta is Managing Partner at SHARNAM LEGAL, bringing over 10 years of focussed expertise in Indirect Tax Laws, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and Commercial & Corporate Law matters. His comprehensive approach encompasses compliance, advisory and litigation before Regulatory Authorities, Appellate Forums, Tax Tribunal(s), High Court(s) & Supreme Court of India across diverse legal domains.
Mr. Gupta’s strong academic foundation includes:
- B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) from Amity Law School (2015)
- Executive Programme in Business & Corporate Laws (EPBCL) from IIM Calcutta (2019)
Mr. Gupta began his legal practice as an Advocate in 2015, building a career marked by continuous professional development and academic excellence.
Mr. Gupta’s practice encompasses a wide range of specialized legal areas:
Indirect Tax Laws
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Customs Law
- Value Added Tax (VAT) & Central Sales Tax (CST)
- Central Excise & Service Tax
Corporate & Commercial Law
- Commercial transactions and advisory
- Regulatory Compliance
Intellectual Property Rights
- IP strategy and portfolio management
- IP litigation and enforcement
- Patent, Trademark and Copyright matters
His diverse background has equipped him with deep insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical solutions for complex business challenges.
Mr. Gupta provides strategic legal guidance to a distinguished clientele, including Indian Business Houses, Fortune 500 Corporations, International businesses establishing operations in India.
His expertise ensures optimal legal compliance and strategic positioning for businesses navigating India’s complex regulatory environment.
Mr. Gupta maintains active membership in prestigious legal associations:
- Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA)
- Sales Tax Bar Association, Delhi (STBA)
- All India Federation of Tax Practitioners (AIFTP)
- Metaverse Bar Association (MetBA)
As a testament to his expertise, Mr. Gupta was privileged to present insights on designing of GST law before the Rajya Sabha’s Hon’ble Select Committee during the evaluation of the 122nd Constitutional Amendment Bill for introducing GST, demonstrated his recognized authority in indirect tax matters.
Mr. Gupta has regularly contributed to public discourse on GST Law developments including on NewsX TV Channel on June 30, 2017, sharing insights on the Introduction of GST Law in India.
Mr. Gupta is a prolific author and thought leader in indirect tax law. His extensive portfolio includes numerous articles published in both electronic and print media including professional journals of the highest standards.
Mr. Gupta’s holistic approach to legal practice in diverse fields, enhanced by his business education from IIM Calcutta, enables him to provide comprehensive solutions that align legal compliance with business objectives. His unique combination of unwavering commitment to professional coupled with excellent academic credentials, practical experience and deep regulatory understanding makes him a trusted advisor and preferred choice for Indian and international business organizations seeking expertise in Indirect Tax Laws, IPR Laws, Commercial & Corporate Laws.
We have Efficient team Of-Counsel & Senior Attorneys across India in all most all major cities practicing at all judicial and quasi - judicial forums.
Mr. Bharat Agarwal
Advocate
Mr. Agarwal brings over 13 years of specialized expertise in Indirect Tax Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law matters. His comprehensive approach encompasses Advisory and litigation before Regulatory Authorities, Appellate Forums, Tribunal, High Court(s) & Supreme Court of India across diverse legal domains.
Mr. Agarwal’s strong academic foundation includes:
- B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) from Gujarat National Law University (2011)
Mr. Agarwal began his legal practice as an Advocate in 2012, building a distinguished career marked by continuous professional development and
Mr. Agarwal’s practice encompasses a wide range of specialized legal areas of Indirect Tax Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law.
His diverse background has equipped him with deep insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical solutions for complex business challenges.
Mr. Agarwal provides strategic legal guidance to a distinguished clientele, including Indian Business Houses, Corporates and International businesses having operations in India.
Mr. Agarwal maintains active membership in prestigious legal associations
- Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA)
- Gautam Budh Nagar Bar Association (GBNBA)
Mr. Agarwal’s strategic approach ensures that clients receive not just legal solutions, but comprehensive guidance that supports their broader business objectives in India’s evolving regulatory environment.
Mr. Himanshu Bora
Advocate
Mr. Bora brings over 10 years of specialized expertise in Real Estate Law, Commercial & Corporate Law and Matrimonial Laws matters. His comprehensive approach encompasses Advisory and litigation before Regulatory Authorities, Appellate Forums, Tribunal, High Court(s) & Supreme Court of India across diverse legal domains.
Mr. Bora’s strong academic foundation includes:
- B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) from Amity Law School (2015)
- LLM in International Corporate Law from University of Leeds (2016)
Mr. Bora began his legal practice as an Advocate in 2015, building a distinguished career marked by continuous professional development and academic excellence.
Mr. Bora’s practice encompasses a wide range of specialized legal areas of Commercial & Corporate Law, Real Estate and Matrimonial Laws.
His diverse background has equipped him with deep insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical solutions for complex business challenges.
Mr. Bora provides strategic legal guidance to a distinguished clientele, including Indian Business Houses, Corporates and International businesses having operations in India.
Mr. Bora maintains active membership in prestigious legal associations
- Lucknow Bar Association
Mr. Bora’s strategic approach ensures that clients receive not just legal solutions, but comprehensive guidance that supports their broader business objectives in India’s evolving regulatory environment.
Ms. Priyal Jain
Advocate
Ms. Jain brings over 10 years of specialized expertise in Constitutional Laws, Civil Law, Property Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law matters. Her comprehensive approach encompasses Advisory and Litigation before Regulatory Authorities, Appellate Forums, Tribunal, High Court(s) & Supreme Court of India across diverse legal domains.
Ms. Jain’s strong academic foundation includes:
- B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) from Amity Law School (2015)
- LLM in Constitutional Law from Amity Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (2022)
Ms. Jain began her legal practice as an Advocate in 2015, building a distinguished career marked by continuous professional development and academic excellence.
Ms. Jain’s practice encompasses a wide range of specialized legal areas of Constitutional Laws, Civil Law, Property Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law matters.
Her diverse background has equipped her with deep insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical solutions for complex business challenges.
Ms. Jain provides strategic legal guidance to a distinguished clientele, including Indian Business Houses, Corporates, International businesses having operations in India.
Ms. Jain maintains active membership in prestigious legal associations:
- Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA)
Ms. Jain’s strategic approach ensures that clients receive not just legal solutions, but comprehensive guidance that supports their broader business objectives in India’s evolving regulatory environment. Priyal is dedicated to providing astute legal guidance, prioritizing the protection of clients’ rights and achieving favorable resolutions.
Mr. Raunaq Dutt
Advocate
Mr. Dutt brings over 10 years of specialized expertise in Constitutional Laws, Property Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law and IPR Laws matters. His comprehensive approach encompasses Advisory and Litigation before Regulatory Authorities, Appellate Forums, Tribunal, High Court(s) & Supreme Court of India across diverse legal domains.
Mr. Dutt’s strong academic foundation includes B.Com. LL.B (Hons.) from Amity Law School (2015)
Mr. Dutt began his legal practice as an Advocate in 2015, building a distinguished career marked by continuous professional development and academic excellence.
Mr. Dutt’s practice encompasses a wide range of specialized legal areas of Constitutional Laws, Property Laws, Commercial & Corporate Law and IPR Laws matters.
His diverse background has equipped him with deep insights into the evolving legal landscape and practical solutions for complex business challenges.
Mr. Dutt provides strategic legal guidance to a distinguished clientele, including Indian Business Houses, Corporates, International businesses having operations in India.
Mr. Dutt’s strategic approach ensures that clients receive not just legal solutions, but comprehensive guidance that supports their broader business objectives in India’s evolving regulatory environment.
Ved Prakash
Advocate
Mr. Ved is an accomplished legal practitioner with 9 years of specialized experience in indirect taxation law. His practice encompasses comprehensive legal services including compliance, advisory, regulatory guidance and litigation representation before various judicial and quasi-judicial authorities, appellate forums and tribunals throughout India.
Educational Qualifications
Mr. Prakash holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), and Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), providing him with a robust foundation in both commercial and legal disciplines.
Professional Experience
Having commenced his legal career as an Advocate in 2016, Mr. Prakash has developed substantial expertise across multiple domains of indirect taxation, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), Value Added Tax (VAT), Sales Tax, Trade Tax, Entry Tax, Central Sales Tax (CST), Excise Duty, Central Excise, and Service Tax.
His practice focuses on providing strategic legal counsel and representation in matters relating to indirect tax compliance, dispute resolution, and regulatory proceedings. Mr. Prakash’s approach combines technical legal expertise with practical business understanding to address complex taxation challenges.
Mr. Prakash serves a diverse clientele comprising Indian business establishments, corporate entities and international organizations with operations in India. His counsel extends beyond immediate legal requirements to encompass broader strategic considerations aligned with clients’ business objectives.
Through his comprehensive understanding of India’s evolving tax regulatory framework, Mr. Prakash delivers legal solutions that are both technically sound and commercially viable, ensuring effective navigation of the complex indirect taxation landscape.
Shailendra Singh
Advocate
Mr. Singh is an accomplished legal practitioner with 7 years of specialized experience in Indirect Taxation and Corporate & Commercial Laws. His practice encompasses comprehensive legal services including compliance advisory, regulatory guidance, and litigation representation before various judicial and quasi-judicial authorities, appellate forums, and tribunals throughout India.
Educational Qualifications
Mr. Singh holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), and Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), providing him with a robust foundation in both commercial and legal disciplines.
Professional Experience
Having commenced his legal career as an Advocate in 2018, Mr. Singh has developed substantial expertise across multiple domains of Corporate & Commercial Laws and Indirect Taxation, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), Value Added Tax (VAT), Sales Tax, Trade Tax, Entry Tax, Central Sales Tax (CST), Excise Duty, Central Excise, and Service Tax.
Areas of Practice
His practice focuses on providing strategic legal counsel and representation in matters relating to Indirect Tax compliance, dispute resolution, and regulatory proceedings. Mr. Singh approach combines technical legal expertise with practical business understanding to address complex taxation, corporate and commercial law challenges.
Client Profile
Mr. Singh serves a diverse clientele comprising Indian business establishments, corporate entities, and international organizations with operations in India. His counsel extends beyond immediate legal requirements to encompass broader strategic considerations aligned with clients’ business objectives.
Professional Approach
Through his comprehensive understanding of India’s evolving commercial and tax regulatory framework, Mr. Singh delivers legal solutions that are both technically sound and commercially viable, ensuring effective navigation of the complex commercial laws and indirect taxation landscape.
Ayush Srivastava
Advocate
Mr. Srivastava is an accomplished legal practitioner with 3 years of specialized experience in Civil, Criminal and Indirect Taxation laws. His practice encompasses comprehensive legal services including compliance, advisory, regulatory guidance and litigation representation before various judicial and quasi-judicial authorities, appellate forums and tribunals throughout India.
Educational Qualifications
Mr. Srivastava holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), and Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), providing him with a robust foundation in both commercial and legal disciplines.
Professional Experience
Having commenced his legal career as an Advocate in 2022, Mr. Srivastava has developed substantial expertise across Civil Laws, Criminal Laws and Goods and Services Tax (GST).
His practice focuses on providing strategic legal counsel and representation in matters relating to Arrest and Bail in Indirect Tax Investigation Matters. Mr. Srivastava’s approach combines technical legal expertise with practical business understanding to address complex taxation challenges.
Mr. Srivastava serves a diverse clientele comprising Indian business establishments, corporate entities and international organizations with operations in India. His counsel extends beyond immediate legal requirements to encompass broader strategic considerations aligned with clients’ business objectives.
Through his comprehensive understanding of India’s evolving tax regulatory framework, Mr. Srivastava delivers legal solutions that are both technically sound and commercially viable, ensuring effective navigation of the complex indirect taxation landscape.
Support Team
Ms. Reena
Manager – Operations & Admin
A seasoned operations professional with a decade of experience orchestrating administrative excellence and operational efficiency in dynamic legal environments. Reena serves as the strategic bridge connecting legal teams, client services, and support functions.
Reena has done her Bachelor of Business Administration from Jamia Hamdard University, Delhi in 2016.
Her Core Expertise is in continuously streamlining internal workflows and administrative functions to enhance organizational efficiency. She ensures adherence to compliance standards across advisory and litigation matters. She facilitates seamless collaboration between legal, client servicing, and support teams. She oversees resource allocation, vendor coordination, and staff supervision and She maintains rigorous quality standards across client deliverables and internal systems.
Reena’s strategic approach to operations management encompasses comprehensive workflow oversight, precise document control, and meticulous timeline management.
Her expertise in vendor coordination and team supervision ensures optimal resource utilization while maintaining the highest standards of service delivery
Mr. Sanjay Sharma
Operations Assistant
Mr. Sonu Koli
Legal Clerk
Mr. Manoj Kumar
Legal Clerk
