Tiruchelvam Associates’ projects and energy practice is noted for advising across the lifecycle of major developments, from acquisitions and due diligence through to regulatory structuring and financing. The team has played an important role in renewable energy transactions and continues to advise on the implications of Sri Lanka’s new electricity legislation. External consultant Laila Nasry continues to work closely with the group, and is recognised for her prominent role in policy reform and her work on complex infrastructure mandates. Nirosha Peiris adds strength in corporate and foreign investment laws, while Adheeba Ilyas contributes expertise on regulatory and real estate aspects.
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Key clients

  • World Bank
  • Asian Development Bank
  • Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka
  • DFCC Consulting (Pvt) Ltd
  • United Realtors (Pvt) Ltd.

Work highlights

Advising the Government of Sri Lanka, as the legal consultant to the Asian Development Bank, on the ongoing electricity sector reforms.
Conducted a legal and regulatory gap analysis for the World Bank in relation to developing and deploying offshore wind facilities in Sri Lanka.
Advised Sri Lanka's energy regulator, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka, on reviewing and revising the contractual structure of rooftop solar electricity generation to facilitate third-party investments.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Nirosha Peiris

Other key lawyers

Nirosha Peiris; Adheeba Ilyas; Laila Nasry