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Additionally, from the research I have done, direct tax seems to mostly comprise of individuals who have done CA and then LLB.
Should I give up on direct tax and find another field to focus my efforts, or it it worth pursuing. Other than this, I mostly have litigation internships (1 in direct tax) so switching to other departments will be very difficult.
Any leads for potential internships would also be appreciated. I have less than a year to graduate and the panic is starting to set in.
Khaitan, LKS, ELP, SAM Delhi (Mumbai only had 1 partner, who has left and joined another firm), NDA, Trilegal. All these firms have good direct tax practice wherein you should get a healthy mix of international and national direct tax work.
You can try sending your CV to trilegal tax partners. They are open to hire talent who has a hunger to learn. Start as a long-term intern and then you may stand a chance of getting absorbed. There is no bias for lawyers or accountants.