Akhilesh Kangsia

Akhilesh is practicing advocate with 15 years of experience at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, specializing in Indirect Tax - Customs, and International Trade. He combines a strong litigation practice—appearing before the Supreme Court, High Courts, Appellate Tribunals & quasi-judicial bodies—with a robust advisory role for leading corporates and institutions. His litigation expertise spans handling complex and high-stakes controversies involving Customs valuation, classification disputes, non-tariff barriers, Foreign Trade Policy, Trade remedies, and Special Economic Zone advisory. His advisory practice complements this by guiding leading corporates and institutions on customs, supply chain, and Free Trade Agreements, offering strategic legal guidance tailored to fast evolving global business models. He is particularly recognized for his work with new-age, technology-driven businesses in sectors such as telecommunications, IT, electronics, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Akhilesh provides strategic legal counsel that aligns with innovative business models, ensuring synergy with law and commercial opportunities in fast-evolving global business. He is also a frequent speaker at professional and academic forums, sharing insights on emerging issues in taxation and global trade.