Echelon Consultants – Our Team
Our team is our greatest asset. Comprising seasoned legal consultants, each member of Echelon Consultants brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. We are proud of our diverse team, which includes experts in various areas of law, ensuring that we can address all of our clients' needs. Our consultants are not just legal advisors; they are strategic partners who work closely with clients to achieve their business objectives.
Mr. Shihan Wijayagunawardane is a seasoned Attorney-at-Law and Legal Consultant, boasting more than 15 years of comprehensive experience in litigation, arbitration, counseling, and contract drafting within the legal domain. His notable proficiency spans a broad spectrum of legal disciplines, notably in commercial/company law and intellectual property law/patent law.
Mr. Wijayagunawardane obtained his legal qualifications from esteemed institutions, including Sri Lanka Law College, where he attained his Attorney-at-Law qualification, and the University of London, where he earned a Bachelor of Law (HONS) degree in 2008, followed by a Diploma in Law in 2006.
His professional journey encompasses a significant tenure as a private legal practitioner, commencing in 2009, during which he has adeptly represented clients in a myriad of legal forums, ranging from the Supreme Court and Appellate Courts to lower courts in Sri Lanka. Throughout his tenure, he has 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 his capacity as Senior Partner at Echelon Consultants since 2020, Mr. Wijayagunawardane has augmented his legal acumen by providing tailored legal consultancy services to various corporate entities and groups. His responsibilities encompass the drafting of articles of association, agreements, and provision of legal opinions.
Additionally, he offers strategic guidance to clients on a spectrum of legal intricacies, encompassing regulatory compliance, contract disputes, intellectual property issues, and employment law matters. Noteworthy among his clientele are prominent groups of companies, indicative of his esteemed reputation within the legal fraternity.
