A leading law firm in Sri Lanka, FJ&G de Saram has been at the forefront of Sri Lanka’s evolving legal landscape since 1841. Our long history gives us a unique perspective. We combine experience with innovation to help clients navigate a constantly changing business environment.

We put people first – continuously investing in our team so that we can provide an unrivalled service experience to our clients. At FJ&G, we collaborate with our clients to overcome challenges and deliver great outcomes.

Why FJ&G

What We Do

Services

Our services span the full range of commercial and corporate practice areas in Sri Lanka. Find out how we can help you.

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Innovation

From solving the most complex legal problems and advising on some of the country’s most significant transactions, to navigating and moulding regulatory reform, FJ&G has always been a key player in the Sri Lankan market.

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We are constantly searching for ways to redefine excellence in everything we do. It is a journey rather than a destination and this philosophy is inculcated in each member of our team.

News & Insights

Oct 10, 2021
Are Regulations Amenable to Challenge Before Sri Lankan Courts?
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Oct 09, 2024
FJ&G de Saram advised IFC on their investment in Sunshine Healthcare Lanka Ltd.
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Aug 01, 2024
Economic Transactions Act 2024
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Jun 01, 2024
Dialog Axiata PLC acquires Bharti Airtel Lanka (Private) Limited
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Apr 01, 2024
An Expert Discussion on the M&A Framework in Sri Lanka”, ‘Mergers and Acquisitions Expert Guide 2024’, CorporateLiveWire
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Questions that we regularly provide answers for

  1. Name and Address of the applicant
  2. The goods/services for which the trademark is being used
  3. Print of the trademark, if it consists of a device 
  4. A Power of Attorney (if the trademark is to be filed through an agent)

Yes. Sri Lanka has entered into double taxation treaties with various countries. Australia, Canada, China, India, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States of America and Vietnam are a few among them.

The following are considered current transactions: 

  1. payments due in connection with foreign trade, other current business, including services, and normal short-term banking and credit facilities; 
  2. payments due as interest on loans and as net income from other investments; 
  3. payments of moderate amount for amortization of loans or for depreciation of direct investments; and 
  4. moderate remittances for family living expenses

 

A capital transaction is an international transaction (not being a current transaction) which necessitates a transfer of foreign exchange into or from Sri Lanka. Capital transactions specifically permitted by regulations issued under the Foreign Exchange Act are generally referred to as “permitted investments” or “permitted capital transactions”. Special permission may be sought from the Monetary Board of the Central Bank in respect of a capital transaction which is not recognized as a permitted investment

No.  In terms of the Land (Restrictions on Alienation) Act No. 38 of 2014, non-nationals, foreign companies and companies incorporated in Sri Lanka with a direct or indirect foreign shareholding of 50% or more, are not permitted to acquire land in Sri Lanka after 01st January 2013, subject, however to the exemptions provided in the said Act.