Legal India FAQ on Applicability of Service Tax on Senior Advocates. June 10, 2016 / June 10, 2016 by Keshav R Garg | 1 Comment on FAQ on Applicability of Service Tax on Senior Advocates. 1.Who is a senior Advocate? As per Section 16 of Advocates Act 1961 Senior Advocate is an advocate for whom Supreme Court or a High Court is of opinion that by virtue of his ability [standing at the Bar or special knowledge or experience in law] he is deserving of such distinction. Senior advocates […] Read more » FAQ on Applicability of Service Tax on Senior Advocates. Service Tax Service Tax on Senior Advocates