I Shihan Wijayagunawardane is a seasoned Attorney-at-Law and Legal Consultant at Aurega Group L.L.C, boasting more than 15 years of comprehensive experience in litigation, arbitration, counselling, and contract drafting within the legal domain. My notable proficiency spans a broad spectrum of legal disciplines, notably in commercial/company law and intellectual property law/patent law.
I Wijayagunawardane obtained my legal qualifications from esteemed institutions, including Sri Lanka Law College, where I attained my Attorney-at-Law qualification, and the University of London, where I earned a Bachelor of Law (HONS) degree in 2008, followed by a Diploma in Law in 2006. My professional journey encompasses a significant tenure as a private legal practitioner, commencing in 2009, during which I have adeptly represented clients in a myriad of legal forums, ranging from the Supreme Court and Appellate Courts to lower courts in Sri Lanka.
Throughout my tenure, I have exhibited prowess in litigation and arbitration, securing favorable outcomes for numerous clients across diverse legal spheres, including commercial disputes, intellectual property disputes, property disputes, family law matters, and criminal law matters. In my capacity as a senior partner at Echelon Consultants since 2020, I have augmented my legal acumen by providing tailored legal consultancy services to various corporate entities and groups.
My responsibilities encompass the drafting of articles of association, agreements, and the provision of legal opinions. Additionally, I offer strategic guidance to clients on a spectrum of legal intricacies, encompassing regulatory compliance, contract disputes, intellectual property issues, and employment law matters. Noteworthy among my clientele are prominent groups of companies, indicative of my esteemed reputation within the legal fraternity.