Dilan Wijeratne ACiarb
London,Sri Lanka
Summary
I am a highly motivated and experienced foreign-qualified lawyer who is ready to offer a strong foundation in legal principles with a keen analytical mind. Knowledgeable about research, drafting legal documents, and providing sound legal advice. Skilled in advocacy, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and maintaining confidentiality. Ready to use and develop legal research, analytical thinking, and client advisory skills in any legal role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
State Counsel
Attorney General’s Department of Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
12.2018 - 02.2026
- Represented the Attorney General’s Department in over 1000 lawsuits
- Previously handled cases in Kalutara District (April 2019 - August 2020), Badulla District (August 2020 - May 2021), Hambanthota District (June 2021 - April 2022), and Kandy District (April 2022 - April 2025)
- Expertise in diverse legal matters, including land disputes, medical negligence claims, malicious prosecutions, debt recovery, writ applications, labour tribunal appeals, revision applications, and agrarian tribunal appeals
- Assisted junior counsels in case preparation, fostering team growth and development.
- Provided legal advice to government entities fostering better understanding of the law.
- Facilitated successful resolutions by mediating disputes outside court proceedings.
- Prepared accurate reports, keeping senior management informed about ongoing cases.
- Handled high-profile cases with utmost discretion to maintain confidentiality.
- Successfully appeared in Magistrates Courts, District Courts, Provincial High Courts, and High Courts of Civil Appeals in Sri Lanka
- Undertook continuous professional development courses to remain updated on current laws and regulations.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
- Strategised arguments to successfully present client positions.
Attorney-at-Law
Self-employed
Colombo, Sri Lanka
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Represented private clients in diverse legal matters before various tribunals and courts on pro bono basis
- Handled cases ranging from first instance to appellate level courts in Sri Lanka
- Provided legal counsel and representation to clients with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes
- Facilitated mediation sessions between disputing parties, fostering amicable resolutions where possible.
- Drafted legal advice for clients, enabling informed decision-making process.
Legal Apprentice
Attorney General’s Department of Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Successfully completed apprenticeship (pupilage) at the chambers of Mr. Niel Unamboowe, President’s Counsel, then Additional Solicitor General of the Attorney General’s Department of Sri Lanka
- Achieved deadline compliance with meticulous time management.
- Adapted quickly to changing work requirements, maintaining high-performance standards under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail whilst carrying out complex assignments.
- Took initiative in learning new techniques, leading to improved performance.
Education
Master of Laws Candidate - Comparative and International Dispute Resolution
Queen Mary University of London
09.2025 -
Master of Laws - Law
University of Colombo
Sri Lanka 08.2019 - 10.2021
Attorney-at-Law - Law
Sri Lanka Law College
Sri Lanka 02.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka 02.2014 - 10.2017
Skills
- Legal advocacy
- Legal drafting
- Legal analysis
- Strong computer literacy
- Teamwork
Websites
Articles Published
- Applicability of the United Nations Convention on the Use of Electronic Communications in International Contracts of 2005 (e-CC) in Sri Lanka. Which Way Forward? – Junior Bar Law Journal of Sri Lanka 2021(Volume XII),
- Key Provisions of the 2001 Budapest Convention on Cybercrimes And To What Extent the Sri Lankan Legal Framework is Ready To Combat Cybercrimes? – Junior Bar Law Journal of Sri Lanka 2023(Volume XIV)
VOLUNTEERING
- QLegal Volunteer, Company Insolvency Pro Bono Scheme (COIN) of the Legal Advisory Program of QMUL School of Law, 2025-09, Present
- United Nations’ World Conference on Youth, VVIP Protocol Officer, Sri Lanka, 2014-05, Protocol Officer to for the Minister of Youth Affairs of Fiji Islands
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
President of the Law Students’ Union of Sri Lanka for the year 2016 Founder and Chairman of "The National Law Students’ Conference Sri Lanka - 2016"
INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTATIONS
- Represented Sri Lanka at the Louis M. Brown/Forrest S. Mosten International Client Consultation Competition in Nebraska, USA in 2015
- Represented Sri Lanka as a Mootor at the 6th Leiden/Sarin International Air Law Moot Competition in Beijing, China in 2015
- Represented Sri Lanka as a Coach at the 8th Leiden/Sarin International Air Law Moot Competition in Valletta, Malta in 2017
Accomplishments
- Gold Medalist in the Hector Jayawardena Queen's Counsel Memorial Address to the Jury Contest in Sri Lanka, 2015
- Winner of the Client Consultation Competition in Sri Lanka (National Round), 2015
- Gold Medalist for Tort Law and Batch Top at Sri Lanka Law College Intermediate Year Examination, 2015
Languages
English
Fluent
Professional Membership
Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACiarb)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Laws Candidate - Comparative and International Dispute Resolution
Queen Mary University of London
09.2025 -
Master of Laws - Law
University of Colombo
08.2019 - 10.2021
State Counsel
Attorney General’s Department of Sri Lanka
12.2018 - 02.2026
Attorney-at-Law
Self-employed
02.2018 - 12.2018
Legal Apprentice
Attorney General’s Department of Sri Lanka
06.2017 - 12.2017
Attorney-at-Law - Law
Sri Lanka Law College
02.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
02.2014 - 10.2017