The 'very helpful and friendly' team at Tiruchelvam Associates has particular strength in acting for high-net-worth private clients domiciled abroad, and is well versed in handling probate matters, as well as the drafting and execution of wills and deeds. Intestate succession matters are another key driver of work for the group. The practice is jointly led by Asanka Abeysekera and Ayendra Wickremesekera; Laila Nasry stands out as 'a knowledgeable partner'.
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Testimonials
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‘The team came across as well informed in the practice of wills and probate registration and its sealing in the district courts of Sri Lanka.'
- 'Laila Nasry is very helpful and attentive to the issues at hand.'
‘The team at TA is very dedicated.'
Work highlights
- Assisting a client with a resealing application, concerning a foreign probate issued in the client's name as named executor of a will.
- Advising a client on intestate testamentary proceedings in order to obtain letters of administration, in order for the client to administer the estate of a person who died three decades ago.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Asanka Abeysekera, Ayendra Wickremesekera