Tax, Transfer Pricing & International Structuring

Context & Philosophy

Tax advisory is no longer confined to compliance or litigation. In an era of aggressive audits, evolving jurisprudence and cross-border transparency, tax decisions must be commercially aligned, regulatorily defensible and transaction-ready.

Unified’s tax practice is built on the principle of balancing efficiency with certainty. We assist clients in taking informed tax positions that optimise outcomes while withstanding scrutiny by tax authorities, auditors and investors.

Our integrated model ensures that direct tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing and international tax considerations are evaluated together, eliminating inconsistencies and structural risk.

Scope of Advisory

We advise corporates, promoters, HNIs and foreign entities on Indian direct tax law with a focus on structuring, compliance and dispute management.

Coverage includes:

  • Corporate tax advisory and compliance
  • Tax structuring for business models and transactions
  • Capital gains, dividends, buy-backs and reorganisations
  • Taxation of promoters, HNIs and closely-held entities
  • International tax advisory and treaty analysis
  • Permanent Establishment (PE) risk assessment
  • Withholding tax and repatriation advisory
  • Representation before tax authorities and appellate forums

GST and customs law involve complex classification, valuation and compliance requirements, with significant audit and litigation exposure.

Coverage includes:

  • GST advisory and compliance management
  • Transaction-specific GST structuring
  • Classification, valuation and place of supply advisory
  • GST audits, assessments and departmental proceedings
  • Input tax credit optimisation and refunds
  • Advisory for exporters and importers under GST and customs laws
  • Representation before GST authorities and appellate forums

For multinational groups and foreign-owned Indian entities, transfer pricing compliance is critical to regulatory certainty.

Coverage includes:

  • Transfer pricing policy design and documentation
  • Benchmarking studies and inter-company pricing
  • Advisory on cross-border transactions
  • Transfer pricing audits and adjustment support
  • MAP and APA coordination (where applicable)
  • Tax due diligence for inbound and outbound investments

Tax considerations significantly influence transaction outcomes and valuations.

Coverage includes:

  • Tax structuring for M&A and investments
  • Slump sale and asset transfer tax advisory
  • Transaction tax due diligence
  • Advisory on restructuring and exit tax implications
Who This Practice Serves
  • Indian corporates and business groups
  • Multinational companies and subsidiaries
  • Foreign investors and overseas promoters
  • Promoters and HNIs
  • Private equity and strategic investors
Cross-Practice Integration
This practice works closely with:
  • Corporate, Commercial & Transaction Advisory
  • India Entry & Inbound Investment Advisory
  • Regulatory, Compliance & Governance Advisory
  • Dispute Resolution, Arbitration & White-Collar Advisory
 
     
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