About
Detail oriented Attorney-at-Law with expertise in corporate law, conveyancing, and legal drafting, with proven experience in remote legal operations. Demonstrates strong capability in drafting and reviewing complex legal documentation and ensuring strict regulatory compliance. A reliable and adaptable professional committed to delivering precise, high quality legal work in fast paced, deadline driven environments.
Work
Attorney-at-Law (Private Practice)
Kandy, Sri Lanka
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Summary
Attorney-at-Law in private practice with hands-on experience in court procedure, litigation , and case management. Collaborate with senior counsel on case preparation, legal research, and drafting of pleadings and submissions.
Highlights
Appear before courts to represent clients in ongoing legal matters
Assist and collaborate with senior counsel in case preparation and courtroom proceedings
Conduct legal research and draft written submissions, motions, and case-related documents.
Handle day-to-day court work including filings, mentions, and procedural follow-ups
Liaise with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals regarding case progress.
Support trial preparation by organizing evidence, case files, and legal arguments.
Observe and participate in litigation strategy development alongside senior attorneys.
Masgras Professional Corporation
|Legal Process Associate- (Remote)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Summary
As a Legal Process Associate, managed legal document drafting, task orchestration, and discovery processes, facilitating efficient pre-trial and mediation proceedings.
Highlights
Drafted and prepared various legal documents, including motions and request letters, ensuring accuracy and compliance for legal proceedings.
Managed diverse legal tasks, optimizing workflow and contributing to efficient case progression and timely completion of assignments.
Satisfied undertakings and production requests crucial for mediations, pre-trials, and discoveries, facilitating smooth legal proceedings and resolutions.
Singer PLC
|Senior Executive (Legal)
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Summary
As Senior Executive (Legal), managed comprehensive company property matters and conveyancing, ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless transaction execution.
Highlights
Drafted and reviewed a wide range of property transaction agreements, including sales, leases, deeds, mortgages, and easements, ensuring legal integrity and protection of company assets.
Conducted thorough title searches and examinations at the land registry, verifying clear titles and resolving potential legal issues affecting transactions.
Navigated complex regulatory requirements, securing necessary permits and approvals from government authorities such as the Fragmentation Board and Mahaweli Authority.
Senok Trade Combine (Pvt) Ltd
|Executive (Legal)
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Summary
As Executive (Legal), oversaw company property matters, drafted agreements, conducted title searches, managed regulatory approvals, and provided essential litigation advice.
Highlights
Managed all company property matters and conveyancing processes, ensuring legal compliance and smooth transactions.
Drafted and reviewed critical agreements, including sales, leases, deeds, mortgages, and easements, safeguarding company interests.
Conducted comprehensive title searches and examinations at land registries, identifying and mitigating potential legal risks.
Handled regulatory approvals from various government bodies (Fragmentation Board, Land Commissioner General, Mahaweli Authority, UDA) and collaborated with counsel.
Conducted legal research and advised management on litigation risks, contributing to informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
Upali Jayamanne Chambers
|JUNIOR - LAWYER
Kurunegala, North Western Province, Sri Lanka
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Summary
As a Junior Lawyer, provided court representation, prepared intricate legal cases, drafted diverse legal documents, and managed crucial client interactions.
Highlights
Appeared in both superior and inferior courts, representing clients effectively in legal proceedings.
Aided in comprehensive case preparation by gathering relevant materials, documents, and evidence, supporting senior lawyers in successful outcomes.
Drafted and reviewed a variety of legal documents, including Plaints, Answers, Cross claims, contracts, agreements, motions, and legal memoranda, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.
Communicated effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties, facilitating information exchange and case progression.
Hela Clothing
|Human Resources-Implant
Kurunegala, North Western Province, Sri Lanka
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Summary
As a Human Resources-Implant, coordinated end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, managed job postings, and facilitated new hire orientation and exit procedures.
Highlights
Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, managing interview schedules and candidate communications effectively.
Developed job postings, recruited candidates, and scheduled interviews to fill vacant positions efficiently.
Supported new hire onboarding by preparing paperwork and facilitating orientation sessions, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.
Conducted exit interviews and completed employment documentation, providing valuable feedback for HR strategies.
Volunteer
Rotaract Club of Kurunegala
|Assistant Secretary
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Summary
Served as Assistant Secretary, contributing to club operations and community initiatives.
Highlights
Supported administrative functions and record-keeping for the Rotaract Club, ensuring efficient operations.
Contributed to the planning and execution of community service projects and club events.
Education
CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (CIPM)
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DPHRM
Human Resource Management
SRI LANKA LAW COLLEGE
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Attorney at Law
Law
CFPS LAW SCHOOL
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LL. B (University of London)
Law
CFPS LAW SCHOOL
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Cert. Higher Education in Common Law (University of London)
Common Law
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT.
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Advanced Cert. of English Language
English Language
MAHAMAYA GIRL'S COLLEGE KANDY.
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G.C.E Advanced Level Examination
Arts Stream
ESOFT.
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Diploma
Information Technology with E-Commerce
GOOD SHEPHERD CONVENT KANDY
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G.C.E Ordinary Level Examination
General Studies
Languages
Sinhala
English
Skills
Legal Expertise
Legal Research, Contract Drafting, Regulatory Compliance, Conveyancing, Title Examination, Litigation Support, Corporate Governance, Legal Documentation.
Core Skills
Analytical Skills, Research Skills, Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Time Management.
Technical Proficiency
Microsoft Office Suite, File Management, Web Browsers, Collaboration Tools.
Interests
Music
Senior Western Band Member, Music Group Member.
References
Deshani Thabrew
Senior Legal Manager - Singer PLC, No. 472/4, Dutugemunu Mawatha, Bunt Road, Thalangama North, Battaramulla, Contact No: 071 3637628
Upali Jayamanne
Attorney at law, 79/3, Kurunegala, 0717585360