With particular expertise advising prominent clients in the banking and finance sector on the spectrum of real estate and construction matters, Asanka Abeysekera leads the team at Tiruchelvam Associates. The group's strengths include advising on the sale, rental aspects, and due diligence of significant real estate projects, as well as the gifting of property via a trust. At associate level, the ‘thorough and competent’ Ayomi Wickramasuriya and Navoda Wanniarachchi, who joined from private practice in early 2023, are key names.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Highly reputed firm with good legal knowledge; they are responsive and diverse as a team.'
- 'Always conduct themselves with a high standard of professionalism. They are thorough and always prepared. In all instances of working with the firm, it has inspired confidence and trust.'
- 'Ayomi Wickramasuriya has a keen sense of urgency. Goes above and beyond.'
- 'Asanka Abeysekera is quick to assist and has built a strong relationship with us. Good leadership.'
- 'The team maintained a level of professionalism that was simply exemplary throughout the entire process, not only with me, but all parties involved in my property purchase deal.
- They not only had all the subject matter expertise on areas within their purview, but even guided me very carefully on aspects I needed to manage on my own.'
- 'Tiruchelvam Associates have built their brand for having a team that clients want to and look forward to working with.'
- 'The team are able to work together to bring their specialist expertise to give you the best service possible.'
Work highlights
- Advised on sub-leasing of a property that was leased to the lessor from a government organisation.
- Advised a client on setting up a trust involving property.
- Assisted a client with conducting due diligence on a property and its subsequent purchase.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Asanka Abeysekera