Tiruchelvam Associates’ labour and corporate immigration team is noted for its breadth of expertise in employment advisory, restructuring and dispute resolution mandates, alongside its well-regarded immigration practice. The group is led by Ramani Muttettuwegama, whose experience in labour law and tax is sought after by multinational companies and local employers alike, particularly on redundancy processes and payroll compliance. She is supported by counsel Ayendra Wickremesekera, who draws on significant disputes experience to guide clients through employment conflicts. Michael Paiva leads the firm’s corporate immigration work, advising global businesses on the mobility of employees into and out of Sri Lanka, with particular strength in navigating regulatory processes and liaising with authorities.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Service mindedness is the critical quality, and they are also very relationship focused. They have a partnering approach which is different from other law firms. Michael Paiva and his team keeps me and my clients secure in Sri Lanka.’
- ‘Approachability of the team and on-time responsiveness.'
- 'Excellent knowledge of partners on labour laws.’
- ‘Ramani Muttettuwegama - exceptional in knowledge and support with regard to labour and employment related laws.’
- ‘Great proactiveness and knowledge of Sri Lankan immigration regulation. What is unique is their client focus and ability to serve big corporates and meeting the expectations of these.’
Key clients
- MAN Energy Solutions Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
- Enfection (Pvt) Ltd
- Deloitte (Sri Lanka)
- Global Communities
- Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
- Fakhoury Global Immigration (U.S.A)
- Sika Lanka (Private) Limited
- K2 Corporate Mobility
Work highlights
Advising Applexus Technologies on the complete redundancy process in relation to the closure of its operations in Sri Lanka.
Advising Enfection on the structuring and implementation of an Employee Share Option Scheme.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Ramani Muttettuwegama; Michael Paiva; Ayendra Wickremesekera
Other key lawyers
Najma Rizwan