Adv. VIVEK SARASWAT
B.Com., LL.B., M.A. (ENGLISH), LL.M.
Adv. Vivek Saraswat is a distinguished legal luminary, renowned for his profound expertise in the domain of indirect taxation. His academic credentials, including a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Laws, Master of Arts in English, and Master of Laws, speak volumes about his commitment to scholarly pursuit and legal acumen.
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the legal profession, Advocate Vivek Saraswat was felicitated with the highest State Honour in the field of Law – “Barrister Thakur Chedi Lal Award 2022” in Chattisgarh Rajya Alankran Samaroh, 2022 through Hon’ble Governor and Hon’ble CM. He was also lauded for his exemplary service by the Hon’ble Justice of the High Court, Chhattisgarh, Shri Preetinkar Diwaker, in 2010.
A fellow member of the Chhattisgarh High Court State Bar Council, Bilaspur, Mr. Saraswat has been a leading advocate since 1995, specializing in Value Added Tax (VAT) and Goods and Service Tax (GST) navigating the complexities of indirect tax laws with unparalleled finesse. His dedication to this specialized field led him to serve as Joint Secretary of the Chhattisgarh Sales Tax Bar Council, Raipur, in 2010.
Beyond his mastery of the legal intricacies, Mr. Saraswat is a passionate mentor, generously sharing his wisdom and inspiring young legal minds to explore the challenging yet rewarding landscape of indirect taxation. He actively encourages and motivates aspiring lawyers and law students to specialize in this complex field.
He is a prolific author and has published several acclaimed books on Chhattisgarh VAT Law, including:
- Chhattisgarh VAT 2006 (2006)
- Chhattisgarh VAT Ready Reckoner 2006-2009 (2009)
- Chhattisgarh VAT Manual 2010 (2010)
- Chhattisgarh VAT Ready Reckoner 2009-2011 (2011)
- Chhattisgarh VAT Manual, 2nd Edition (2014)
He is currently also writing a book on Goods and Service Tax
A true visionary, Mr. Saraswat has seamlessly integrated technology into his legal practice. He is credited with developing the first and only website on Chhattisgarh VAT law by an advocate, www.cgvatlaw.com, a comprehensive digital compendium featuring over 1500 updated pages on VAT and allied laws, which has garnered over 1,77,000 views. Further solidifying his position as a trailblazer, he developed the first mobile app in the country dedicated to this subject, CGVATLAW, launched by Dr. Shri Raman Singh, the Honourable Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh.
Recognizing the complexities and nuances surrounding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and its implementation, Mr. Saraswat sought to further empower practitioners and businesses alike. He launched a dedicated website www.cggst.com focused on demystifying the intricacies of GST, providing invaluable insights, updates, and practical guidance. This comprehensive online resource has quickly become an indispensable tool for professionals and businesses seeking clarity in this evolving area of taxation, boasting over 2000 pages of meticulously curated content and garnering over 500,000 unique visits.
