Corporate/Commercial - Sri Lanka
What the team is known for
FJ & G de Saram is a highly reputed law firm with a prestigious clientele comprising both international and domestic corporates. The firm's corporate practice covers the full spectrum of transactions, from establishing operations in Sri Lanka to M&A, real estate, projects-related deals and labour issues. Private equity and inbound investment are also areas of expertise. The team is regularly instructed on regulatory matters by domestic and multinational companies and handles investments into a wide variety of sectors, from retail and energy to telecommunications and hospitality. Clients include Mahindra and Mahindra and Reliance Retail Ventures.
Strengths
"FJ & G de Saram has very good technical knowledge and is prompt."
"They are extremely diligent in their work and are always contactable."
Work highlights
FJ & G de Saram advised Amazon Web Services on the import of servers into Sri Lanka for its operations.
Notable practitioners
Ayomi Aluwihare-Gunawardene is at the forefront of the Sri Lankan corporate/commercial law market, leading a broad range of cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. "Ayomi is one of the best counsellors in Sri Lanka."
Shehara Varia is sought out by clients for her expertise in M&A, including deals in the energy, retail and healthcare sectors in Sri Lanka. "Shehara has always delivered quality work. Her advice is sound and practical."
Anjali Fernando is an established presence in the market and has solid expertise in construction and tax legal matters in Sri Lanka. "Anjali is an excellent counsel."
Buwaneka Basnayake is highly regarded by clients for his expertise in the areas of corporate and commercial law, including M&A and equity transactions, as well as corporate restructuring. "Buwaneka is very prompt and his legal knowledge is up to date."
Shanaka Gunasekera is an up-and-coming lawyer in Sri Lanka, assisting clients with regulatory and advisory matters, including a strong focus on telecommunications law.