The projects and energy department at Tiruchelvam Associates is highly active in Sri Lanka’s developing renewable energy sector, offering advisory services to regulatory and policy-related solar, offshore wind, and electricity distribution matters. The team is typically retained by energy sector stakeholders in the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and works in close cooperation with Sri Lanka’s energy sector regulator. Laila Nasry heads the practice, and offers long-standing experience in energy-related matters, and is often found at the forefront of large-scale electricity generation projects. She is assisted by partner Nirosha Peiris ‘s experience in matters requiring consultation and mediation between energy project stakeholders, as well as project financing.
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‘Expertise and Experience: Their team comprises seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds and extensive industry experience. This enables them to offer comprehensive and nuanced insights tailored to the unique needs of each client.’
‘Ms. Laila Nasry has an unparalleled depth of knowledge in Sri Lanka's power sector. Her understanding of the industry’s legal and regulatory requirements is exceptional, making her an invaluable asset to our clients navigating complex frameworks. Beyond her technical expertise, Laila is renowned for her practical approach to problem-solving. She combines theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, ensuring that solutions are not only innovative but also feasible and effective.’
‘The company is an associate firm, jointly working with our company on several tasks, where we share the work on energy and sector regulation/regulations. Thiruchelvan Associates were found to be fixed in and keen to dig into energy industry practices, including technical aspects. ’
‘Ms Laila Nasry is the partner of the company working with us closest. We can confidently handover a legal task in the energy sector to her, and expect her to work alongside engineers, blending legal expertise with engineering knowledge.’
Key clients
- World Bank
- Asian Development Bank
- DFCC Consulting (Pvt) Ltd
- Dimo (Pvt) Ltd
- Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka
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Nirosha Peiris
Practice head
Laila Nasry
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Nirosha Peiris