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AW Chambers marks 40 years of experience in criminal defence, litigation, corporate and commercial law, regulatory matters, and legal advisory work, with cases argued before the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Courts, and lower courts across Sri Lanka. The firm is led by Precedent Partner Asoka Weerasooriya, whose multi-disciplinary practice spans criminal defence, financial crime, corporate law, taxation, civil and commercial litigation, arbitration, and human rights law. AW Chambers represents leading corporations, government entities, financial institutions, international organisations, and private clients in high-stakes disputes and regulatory compliance matters. The firm’s work covers corporate governance, white-collar crime, capital markets, insolvency, intellectual property, and employment law, delivering well-considered legal solutions for both businesses and individuals. The firm has been involved in landmark cases, including Sri Lanka’s first acquitted money laundering matter, major criminal, corporate, and regulatory proceedings, and cases under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, contributing to the development of legal precedent. International engagements have included INTERPOL proceedings, extradition matters, and cross-border financial inquiries. With a long-standing commitment to professional excellence and the advancement of the legal profession, AW Chambers has mentored over 100 junior lawyers, many of whom now serve as Magistrates, District Judges, High Court Judges, and Justices of the Court of Appeal. The firm remains actively engaged in judicial training, legal reform, and policy work, contributing to the future of law in Sri Lanka and internationally.
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General Criminal Defense
Appeals & Post-Conviction Advocacy
Supreme Court & Appellate Representation
Post-Conviction Relief
Constitutional Challenges
White-Collar & Financial Crimes
Fraud & Embezzlement
Bribery & Corruption Cases
Corporate Criminal Liability
Cybercrime & Digital Fraud
Money Laundering & Financial Investigations
International Criminal Law & Extradition
Extradition & Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA)
INTERPOL Notices & Defense
Human Rights & Constitutional Law
Unlawful Detention & Police Misconduct
Freedom of Expression & Press Rights
Discrimination & Equality Cases
Asylum & Refugee Protection
Employment Disputes
Wrongful Dismissal
Workplace Harassment
Regulatory Compliance
Labor Law Compliance
Employee Rights & Benefits
Corporate/Commercial Law
Corporate Lending & Borrowing
Secured & Unsecured Loan Agreements
Financial Regulation & Compliance
Debt Recovery & Loan Restructuring
Construction & Procurement Law
Construction Contracts & Tenders
Procurement Compliance
Administrative Law & Appeals
Supreme Court & Appellate Representation
Constitutional Challenges
Administrative Law Compliance
Regulatory Investigations
Securities & Exchange Offenses
Environmental & Public Health Violations
Corporate Regulatory Compliance & Enforcement Actions
Legislative & Policy Advisory Work
Government Relations & Lobbying
Intergovernmental & Diplomatic Legal Affairs
Civil Litigation
Human Rights & Constitutional Law
Litigation
Arbitration
Mediation Services
Negotiation & Settlement
Appeals & Post-Conviction Advocacy
Supreme Court & Appellate Representation
Post-Conviction Relief
Constitutional Challenges
Family Law
Divorce & Custody
Adoption & Guardianship
Corporate Lending & Borrowing
Secured & Unsecured Loan Agreements
Financial Regulation & Compliance
Debt Recovery & Loan Restructuring
Real Estate, Wills & Probate Law
Corporate Real Estate Transactions
Personal Property Services
Land Use & Zoning Compliance
Dispute Resolution
Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
Customs Queries & Disputes
Customs Disputes & Resolution
Customs Compliance & Regulations
Trade Regulations & Compliance
Consumer Protection & Product Liability
Trade Compliance & Duties
Immigration & Corporate Migration
Visa & Residency Assistance
Corporate Migration
Dual Citizenship
Immigration Disputes & Challenges
Accidents & Injuries
Media, Tech and Telecom
With a career spanning almost four decades, Asoka Weerasooriya was admitted to the Bar in 1987 as an Attorney-at-Law and subsequently joined the Attorney General’s Department in 1988 as a State Counsel.
In 1993, he transitioned to the Private Bar, where he has established a distinguished legal practice over 38 years.
He has built a multi-disciplinary practice, specializing in criminal law, industrial and labour disputes, customs and tax disputes, bribery and corruption cases, civil and commercial litigation, and arbitration.
Over the course of his career, he has appeared in the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Civil High Courts, Criminal High Courts, Commercial High Courts, District Courts, Magistrates’ Courts, and Labour Tribunals, handling a wide range of complex legal matters.
He has trained over 100 junior lawyers, many of whom have gone on to serve as Magistrates, District Judges, High Court Judges, and Justices of the Court of Appeal.
He has represented and continues to represent leading Sri Lankan companies and international clients in both criminal and civil disputes. His legal work also extends to human rights, religious liberty, and other rights-based cases for local and international organizations.
