F. J. & G. De Saram

F. J. & G. De Saram remains 'an exceptional partner' to both domestic and international financial institutions, multilateral lenders, and corporates on a wide range of financing and regulatory mandates. The practice, co-led by Himali Mudadeniya, Ayomi Aluwihare, and Buwaneka Basnayake, is regularly engaged in sovereign and cross-border financings, project lending, and restructuring matters. The team has also provided input on recent legislative and regulatory developments, including work on the Banking (Amendment) Act and Public Debt Management Act, and policy advice to the Sri Lanka Banks’ Association. In capital markets, the firm has advised on major market reforms and listing projects, such as the introduction of a central counterparty framework for the Colombo Stock Exchange and the implementation of new corporate governance standards. Praveeni Algama  continues to advise on public offerings and regulatory compliance, while Tilani Cooray focuses on payment systems and structured finance.