Julija Stoškutė
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About me
I am Counsel in the Finance & Insurance team, specialising in investment management and financial markets. I advise on the licensing of market participants, the development of investment products, and the implementation of investor protection mechanisms. My work also covers regulatory matters, corporate governance, and other related matters.
Professional highlights
My professional experience spans the full lifecycle of financial and investment markets, covering different stages of market development, a wide range of product classes, and multiple jurisdictions.
I began my career alongside the development of the collective investment undertakings market in Lithuania, where I was involved in several market-first initiatives, including:
- the establishment of the first pension and investment funds in Lithuania;
- the execution of the first investment fund merger and liquidation projects;
- the development of multi-currency investment unit classes;
- the organisation of the first cross-border distribution of Lithuanian investment funds.
I later expanded my practice to complex international and structural projects, advising on:
- hedge fund liquidations following the 2008 global financial crisis;
- cross-border fund mergers;
- funds involving complex derivative strategies;
- fund relocations across jurisdictions, taking into account regulatory and tax considerations, as well as best practices in investor protection.
Since 2015, I have focused on alternative investment funds, including private equity, real estate, hedge funds, microfinance, and liquid alternatives, while leading this product area. My work has included:
- advising on legal and regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions;
- developing and implementing fund and management structures;
- adapting governance and decision-making models in response to evolving regulatory requirements and increasing structural complexity;
- identifying strategic solutions for accessing diverse investor groups across different markets.
At a later stage, I was closely involved in the development and implementation of fully delegated fund management models, with a focus on:
- enhancing operational efficiency and transparency;
- ensuring robust legal and regulatory compliance;
- designing governance and oversight frameworks aligned with leading international standards.
Across all stages of my career, a strong client focus has remained central to my work. I place particular emphasis on protecting clients’ interests, developing a deep understanding of their needs, and delivering practical, value-driven solutions tailored to their objectives.
Academic background
- Vilnius University, Lithuania (MA in Law)
I am a member of
- Lithuanian Investment Managers Association (LIVA)