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Intellectual Property - Sri Lanka

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Varners houses a full-service IP legal team in Sri Lanka, acting for a range of international and domestic companies on brand protection as well as litigation. The firm further advises clients on trade mark and patent prosecution and anti-counterfeiting matters. The IP team also handles opposition and infringement proceedings. Varners' clients include companies in the retail, pharmaceutical, manufacturing and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Varners represented Crocodile International in a trade mark dispute against Lacoste in a global conflict that extended to multiple jurisdictions, including Sri Lanka.

Strengths

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The team's expertise and experience shine through in their guidance, which has helped us make informed decisions and avoid potential pitfalls.

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It is a dynamic team led by experienced leaders.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mahinda Haradasa
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Mahinda Haradasa
2
Band 2

Mahinda Haradasa is the firm's precedent partner and handles a wide variety of IP prosecution and litigation, including in relation to patents and trade marks.

He is a very senior lawyer with the expertise to provide legal advice on a multitude of industries.

Mahinda is an excellent leader and has strong foundational knowledge of the subject matter.

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Surani Wickramaratna
3
Band 3

Surani Wickramaratna is especially active for clients on trade mark and patent prosecution, as well as litigation in Sri Lanka. She frequently advises domestic and foreign entities in the apparel and pharmaceuticals industries.

She provides very sound and practical legal advice on intellectual property matters.

Surani is extremely responsive and has a strong ability to problem solve effectively and with a commercially minded approach.

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Trehani Wickramaratne
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Trehani Wickramaratne is a senior associate at Varners. She acts for clients from a broad range of industries, including the pharmaceuticals sector and has experience assisting with matters such as IP audits and trade mark filings.

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Intellectual Property
Mahinda Haradasa
2
Mahinda Haradasa
2
Band 2
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Surani Wickramaratna
3
Band 3
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Trehani Wickramaratne
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