Sri Lanka

Atsumi & Sakai is the only Tokyo law firm able to advise in Japan on the laws of Sri Lanka.

 

Our Sri Lanka team is led by Ms. Damintha Pathirana, the only foreign lawyer registered in Japan(*1) to practice Sri Lankan law. Ms. Pathirana’s extensive professional expertise gained through local practice in Sri Lanka, combined with the experience of our Japanese lawyers’ in handling cross-border matters and our in-depth understanding of Sri Lanka’s legal and business environment enables us to provide strategic solutions tailored to meet the needs of Japanese companies looking to enter or expand in the Sri Lankan market.

 

Sri Lanka, with its strategically advantageous location at the crossroads of major international shipping routes and its rapidly developing economy, has become an important gateway for companies seeking to access South Asia, and further to global markets. Recent shifts in economic policy have led to the development of an investment environment increasingly conducive to foreign businesses, particularly in the real estate, energy, and IT technology sectors. In addition, the deep historical ties between Japan and Sri Lanka make it an ideal market for Japanese companies.

 

Our Sri Lanka team provides comprehensive support for Japanese companies investing or expanding into Sri Lanka across all business sectors, including advising on foreign investment regulations, company incorporations, obtaining permits and licenses, contract drafting and negotiations, labor management, regulatory compliance assistance, and taxation; we also collaborate with local partners in handling disputes, etc., based on our knowledge of local practices.

 

Ms. Pathirana has in-depth knowledge of Sri Lanka's legal framework and business environment, along with extensive practical experience. When it comes to legal matters, she has a unique presence in Japan. Our practical and pragmatic advice is based on Sri Lankan business culture and backed by hands-on professional experience in the country, making it truly effective. Ms. Pathirana’s extensive network in Sri Lanka provides easy access to appropriate experts, while also allowing for quick acquisition of the latest information on Sri Lanka's ever-evolving legal system.

 

*1 As of January 30, 2025

Related Seminars

  • "Doing Business in Sri Lanka:First Steps for Japanese Companies Entering Sri Lanka," hosted by Atsumi & Sakai and supported by Japan Institute for Overseas Investment (JOI), November 27, 2024

 

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