APAC Insider- APAC Legal Awards 2024 | 13 Jul24523 There are few legal firms in the APAC region with a history that is as long and successful as that of Julius & Creasy, a Sri Lankan civil law firm that has been operating for almost 150 years. Established back in 1879, the impressive reputation that this full-service firm enjoys is based not only on its rich traditions, but also the calibre of exemplary legal professionals that have graced its corridors. Leveraging this strong track record, Julius & Creasy today operates in a number of diverse legal areas, from corporate and commercial to banking, insurance, tax, property, and more. Julius & Creasy prides itself on providing sustainable legal solutions in both corporate and commercial sectors, specialising particularly in restructuring and capital markets, as well as delisting and capital reductions concerning corporate entities and due diligence work. Beyond this, other areas of expertise for Sri Lanka’s premier full-service legal firm include handling mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property work, infrastructure, and litigation. The firm’s clientele is just as diverse, ranging from individuals through to the Government of Sri Lanka. At the heart of Julius & Creasy’s signature approach is the offering of several expert departments that combine to provide an unrivalled range of legal expertise. With this team of highly specialised technical lawyers at its disposal, Julius & Creasy is able to offer innovative solutions within niche markets. Not only does this keep clients happy, but it allows these experts lawyers to stay at the forefront of the more avant-garde side of this profession. Besides this, clients of Julius & Creasy love that they almost always have one point of contact throughout their entire case, but this is not to take away from the fact that behind every individual there is the expertise, experience, and drive of the whole practice. The result is that every client is provided with industry-leading analysis and definitive guidance, giving them the upper hand in any legal setting. Having made a name for themselves doing this, this team are both upholding the firm’s storied legacy and guiding it to future triumphs. The high standards and ethical integrity synonymous with this Sri Lankan law firm can be traced all the way back to the two namesake British solicitors who established it in the 19th century, VA Julius and Harry Creasy. Maximising a foundation of integrity and the highest ethical standards, Julius & Creasy upholds excellence by providing advice that is creative and practical in equal measure, solving problems in a highly tailored fashion so as to more than meet the personal and professional needs of clients. On the back of this, the firm’s culture continues to revolve around the elements of determination, a commitment to affording all with quality legal services, teamwork, and continuous learning, factors which not only nurture individual talent but also allow professionalism and technical excellence to be achieved right across the board. “With this history,” Anomi Wanigasekera tells us, “Julius & Creasy prides itself on upholding traditional values whilst rising to meet the challenges of changing times.” Remaining at the cutting edge of the legal sphere is something that Julius & Creasy has done countless times throughout its history, as seen it having appointed the first female senior partner in the country’s esteemed legal history. Other examples of this pioneering spirit can be found in the firm having been involved in a number of landmark cases over the years, from acting as a representative in the first suit filed under the then-new Intellectual Property Act, to defending former Chief Justice Neville Samarakoon in an impeachment trial. Moreover, Anomi states, “true to the values adhered to by its founding partners, our firm continues to assist the community in contributing towards its social and economic development by readily providing assistance and resources to deserving causes.” From creating a number of trusts and charitable entities in the wake of the deadly tsunami of December 2004, to encouraging legal ethics and promoting education for all, Julius & Creasy’s robust community initiatives position it as a firm more than happy to give back. Founded by two well-respected Englishmen, Julius & Creasy has continued to traverse the rigours or time – from conflict to endless changes in legislation and property – to expand and evolve from humble origins into one of Sri Lanka’s most esteemed legal firms. Recognised as the Best FullService Law Firm 2024 - Sri Lanka, Julius & Creasy is not content to simply rest on its laurels, and pledges to continue to pioneer for many decades to come. Contact: Anomi Wanigasekera Company: Julius & Creasy Web Address: www.juliusandcreasy.com Best Full-Service Law Firm 2024 - Sri Lanka
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