Jony Mainaly
Jony Mainali is a law and tax specialist with over 10 years of experience in the legal and regulatory aspects of property ownership, structuring, and transactions. A graduate of Duke University School of Law, where she completed a Master of Laws (LLM) as a Fulbright Scholar, she brings a strong foundation in legal research, regulatory interpretation, and complex policy analysis to her work in UK property.
Jony specialises in Stamp Duty Land Tax and has supported clients in securing SDLT refunds exceeding £1 million by identifying overpayments and applying reliefs. Her advisory work extends to the legal structuring of property SPVs and investment arrangements, where she helps clients manage acquisition risk, compliance obligations, and long-term ownership strategy. She is particularly valued for her ability to translate complex legal frameworks into clear, commercially relevant guidance for property investors and developers.
Alongside her property-focused advisory work, she has also collaborated with international organisations and regulatory bodies, giving her a broader understanding of governance, compliance frameworks, and cross-border legal considerations.
Her areas of expertise include:
- Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) planning, advisory, and refunds
- Legal structuring of property SPVs and investment vehicles
- Property transaction advisory and acquisition structuring
- Regulatory compliance and legal risk management
- Corporate governance and legal advisory for property businesses
- Legal and policy research applied to property investment
- Cross-border and international property compliance
Qualifications:
- Master of Laws (LLM)