Dr. K.G. Raghunath is a veteran legal strategist with over three decades of experience spanning corporate law, taxation (both direct and indirect), regulatory enforcement, and criminal litigation. Renowned for his ability to navigate India’s intricate legal frameworks, he is a trusted advisor to corporations, investors, and high-net-worth individuals dealing with complex, high-stakes legal challenges.

A Ph.D. holder in Criminology and ML graduate from the University of Madras, Dr. Raghunath combines academic rigor with courtroom agility. His legal practice spans civil, criminal, constitutional, and tax litigation, with frequent appearances before: High Courts of Madras, Karnataka, and Kerala, Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT). Sales Tax and VAT Appellate Authorities. Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), Special courts under the PMLA, NDPS, and Companies Act

Criminal & White-Collar Litigation

Dr. Raghunath is widely respected for his defence in high-profile criminal cases involving economic and regulatory offenses. His litigation expertise includes: White-collar crimes: corporate fraud, insider trading, and regulatory breaches. Prosecution under Sections 132 and 276CC of the Income Tax Act. ED investigations under PMLA and FEMA, including asset attachment and criminal trial defence. Customs and GST offenses such as evasion, wrongful credit claims, and seizure proceedings. NDPS and IPC matters involving procedural violations, bail applications, and trial representation. His deep understanding of the interplay between civil and criminal proceedings makes him an indispensable counsel in matters involving reputational risk, parallel enforcement, and asset protection.

Investment Structuring & Regulatory Advisory

In the investment space, Dr. Raghunath has architected several fund structures and SPVs, with a focus on compliance, tax efficiency, and cross-border legality. He regularly advises on: Fund setup under SEBI AIF, RBI, FEMA, and Income Tax regulations, Cross-border structuring, treaty benefits, and DTAA optimization, Defence and representation during audits, investigations, and regulatory proceedings

 Publications & Thought Leadership

Dr. Raghunath is the author of Indian Criminal Judiciary System and Custodial Dignity, seminal works exploring legal reform, judicial integrity, and the rights of the accused within India’s criminal justice framework.

 Why He Stands Out

With an unmatched combination of criminal law prowess, regulatory insight, and investment structuring expertise, Dr. K.G. Raghunath is uniquely equipped to advise clients in high-risk, high-value legal scenarios. His reputation for integrity, depth, and decisive action continues to set him apart in India’s legal landscape