Lawyers and advisers in Sri Lanka
The Corporate INTL directory lists 10 experts in Sri Lanka from 8 firms.
The most represented practice areas in Sri Lanka are Banking & Finance, Full and Intellectual Property. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Anomi Wanigasekera
Julius and Creasy is one of the oldest civil law firms in Sri Lanka. Founded in 1879, the firm has established itself on rich tradition and the highest professional principles. Julius and Creasy’s wealth of expertise and experience in a…
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Himani Perera
Sudath Perera Associates is one of Sri Lanka’s leading full-service law firms with a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals specializing in varied aspects of the law. The firm has a well-established reputation of being…
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Naomal Goonewardena
Mr. Goonewardena is a founder partner of the Firm. He received his professional legal education at the Sri Lanka Law College and was admitted as an Attorney at Law in 1986. He is widely recognized as the leading expert in tax law and…
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Omar Fatha Rally
Omar is a fellow member (FCMA) of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA, UK) with over 15 years of international management experience in multiple industries and sectors. He had his Executive Education in Corporate…
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Prabash De Saram
Called to the Bar: 1999 Years with the Firm: Over 17 Years Academic/Professional Qualifications: Magister Juris (First Class) (Masters in Law) (University College –University of Oxford – U.K) (2000-2001). The primary focus of his Masters…
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Prof. U.G.A. Puswewala
Ph.D. (Applied Mechanics) M.Eng. (Structural Engineering) B.Sc. (Civil Engineering ) Prof. U.G.A. Puswewala has assumed duties as Chairman of the Uni-Consultancy Services in 2008 following the retirement of two Chairmans Prof. Dayantha S.…
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Sakeen Cader
Julius & Creasy offers an extensive range of full legal services in the fields of Corporate, Commercial, Banking, Insurance, Tax, Property and Construction, Intellectual Property, IT, Telecommunications, Infrastructure, Shipping, Maritime…
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Dr Asanga Gunawansa
Dr Asanga Gunawansa, President's Counsel and Lead Counsel of Colombo Law Alliance in Sri Lanka, is named Contracts Law Expert of the Year in Sri Lanka at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
View profile →Pranavan Neelakandan
Neelakandan & Neelakandan, a leading Colombo law firm with more than 60 years of practice where Pranavan Neelakandan is a Partner, has been named Intellectual Property Law Firm of the Year in Sri Lanka at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2025.
View profile →Sashidevi Neelakandan
Neelakandan & Neelakandan, a leading Colombo firm with more than 60 years of practice where Sashidevi Neelakandan is Precedent Partner, has been named Real Estate & Conveyancing Law Firm of the Year in Sri Lanka at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2025.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Sri Lanka?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Sri Lanka, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Sri Lanka?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Sri Lanka if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Sri Lanka, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Sri Lanka, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in Sri Lanka?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Sri Lanka through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.