Sweety Kothari
Founder & Managing Partner, K S M G & CO
Sweety Kothari, Founder & Managing Partner, brings 25 years of specialized consulting experience to K S M G & CO. Her deep, nuanced understanding of India's intricate tax and regulatory web makes her a highly sought-after advisor for diverse businesses—from established corporations to dynamic startups—guiding them effectively through complex challenges.
Sweety Kothari
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Expert In
Tax Litigation & Strategy
Professional Background
With profound hands-on familiarity across the Indian regulatory ecosystem, Sweety successfully represents clients before key tax forums, including the Investigation Wing, Assessment/Appeals jurisdictions, Settlement Commission, ITAT, and DRP. She holds particular expertise in managing high-stakes search and seizure operations, advisory on the Black Money Act & PMLA, and handling Companies Act investigations (NCLT/SFIO).
Sweety excels in international tax, adeptly managing transfer pricing, structuring cross-border transactions (M&A, JVs, FDI) for optimal outcomes, interpreting DTAAs, and advising on offshore investments, ensuring global compliance and strategic advantage.
A hallmark of Sweety's approach is her keen grasp of business subtleties. She develops comprehensive tax strategies, blending profound technical knowledge with sharp strategic foresight and a pragmatic, results-oriented methodology. Clients consistently value this unique combination.
Sweety is also a recognized expert in advising family-owned businesses, skillfully guiding numerous families through the delicate process of succession planning, focusing on wealth preservation, business continuity, and maintaining family harmony.
As the driving force behind K S M G & CO, Sweety channels decades of invaluable insights from prior senior roles, shaping the firm's client-centric ethos and ensuring it remains grounded in experience while embracing innovation to deliver exceptional value.
Key Highlights
- 25+ years specialized experience in India's complex tax landscape
- Expert in representing clients before key tax forums
- Specialist in international taxation & cross-border transactions
- Recognized expert in family business advisory & succession planning
- Expertise in managing high-stakes search & seizure operations
- Deep understanding of client business needs & industry contexts
Key Practice Strengths
Sweety Kothari brings decades of specialized expertise across these key practice areas, delivering exceptional value through deep domain knowledge and strategic insights.
Tax Controversy & Litigation Strategy
Assessment, Appeals, ITAT, DRP, Settlement
Search & Seizure Case Management
Income Tax Act
Black Money Act & PMLA Compliance
Regulatory Advisory
International Taxation & Transfer Pricing
DTAA, Cross-Border Structuring
Mergers & Acquisitions Tax Structuring
M&A Strategy
Foreign Direct Investment & FEMA
Compliance & Advisory
Corporate Tax Planning & Optimization
Strategic Advisory
Tax Advisory for Start-ups & MSMEs
Emerging Businesses
Family Business Advisory
Succession Planning Frameworks
Companies Act Matters
Investigations, NCLT/SFIO Representation
Goods & Services Tax
GST Strategic Advisory
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