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Julian is an associate in the corporate team.
Having completed his training contract at Withers, Julian qualified as an associate in the corporate team in October 2025.
Julian's experience includes cross-border M&A transactions, funding rounds and advising on general corporate governance and company law matters including the maintenance of capital. Despite a personal interest in the fashion, beauty and luxury sectors, Julian has worked with clients across a variety of sectors and industries.
Sitting in the commercial litigation, private client and tax, and employment teams during his training contract, Julian has developed a breadth of experience and a well-rounded understanding of the firm's core practices.
Track record
Aircraft acquisition – advising UNHWI and family office
Advising an ultra-high net worth individual and their family office on his acquisition of a private aircraft.
Head of Menswear at top British fashion house – advising on exit
Advised the Head of Menswear on the negotiation and implementation of his exit from a top British fashion house, leveraging industry knowledge to secure a favourable exit package.
IP software and services provider – advising on sale of company
Advising the co-founders and key management of an AI-powered IP management software and services provider on its acquisition by a private equity-backed FinTech firm.
Italian luxury fashion group – providing general corporate advice
Advising the directors of an Italian luxury fashion group's English subsidiaries on various corporate matters, including corporate governance and compliance with modern slavery legislation.
Leading FinTech company – advising on founder exit and sale of company
Advising the founder and key management team of a global operational risk AI and technology provider on its sale to a leading RegTech firm.
Leading property developer – advising on acquisition of luxury golf and spa hotel
Advising a Dubai-based premium real estate developer on its acquisition of a 400-acre luxury golf and spa hotel in the UK, involving a simultaneous share and asset purchase.
Luxury spirits brand – advising on fundraising round
Advising the founders of a closely luxury spirits brand specialising in artisanal gin on a secondary fundraising round.
Admissions
- England and Wales, 2025
Education
- Legal Practice Course, BPP University
- LLB (Hons), Newcastle University
Languages
- Cantonese
- English
- Mandarin
Withers History
- Year joined: 2023