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Attorney-at-Law · Sri Lanka

Cynthia
Suhesan

Legal Professional & SQE1 Candidate
Commissioner for Oaths Notary Public Company Secretary Relocating to London · 2026

Multidisciplinary legal professional with expertise in civil and criminal litigation, legal drafting, and corporate compliance. Educated entirely in English medium, actively preparing for the SQE1 examination to practice in the United Kingdom.

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Cynthia Suhesan
Cynthia Suhesan
LLB · Attorney-at-Law
Status Available
Location London, UK (Sep 2026)
Qualification Sri Lanka · SQE1 Prep
Languages EN · Tamil · Sinhala
LEAP Certified Case Management
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About Me

A Committed Legal
Professional

I am a highly motivated and ethically driven legal professional, qualified as an Attorney-at-Law in Sri Lanka, with a multidisciplinary background spanning civil and criminal litigation, legal drafting, and corporate compliance.

Educated entirely in English medium, I hold additional designations as Commissioner for Oaths, Notary Public, and Company Secretary. I am proficient in LEAP Case Management and familiar with CMC processes.

I am relocating to London in September/October 2026 and actively preparing for the SQE1 examination, seeking to leverage my extensive courtroom, drafting, and client advisory experience within the UK legal sector.

"Dedicated to upholding the highest standards of legal practice, with a commitment to justice, client care, and continuous professional development."

Civil & Criminal Litigation
Broad caseload management across civil and criminal matters, from advisory stages through to court advocacy.
Legal Drafting & Advisory
Expert drafting of pleadings, affidavits, contracts, legal notices, and comprehensive memoranda in English medium.
Corporate & Notarial
Company secretarial services, notarial acts, commissioner for oaths functions, and corporate compliance advisory.
UK Legal Transition
Actively preparing for SQE1 with CPD in UK Conveyancing and AML Regulations. LEAP Case Management proficient.
Career

Professional Experience

A track record of delivering expert legal services across litigation, drafting, and corporate practice in Sri Lanka.

Associate — Civil & Criminal Litigation
Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
Chambers of Perinpam Premnath, Attorney-at-Law & Acting Judge
  • Managed a broad caseload across civil and criminal litigation, advising clients at all stages and preparing strategy under a senior practitioner.
  • Drafted pleadings, affidavits, legal notices, and correspondence entirely in English medium, in line with Sri Lanka's English-medium court practice.
  • Conducted statutory research and prepared legal memoranda on contract, family, and constitutional law matters.
  • Represented chambers in administrative proceedings; liaised with courts, registries, and opposing counsel.
  • Maintained accurate case records and managed sensitive client files with strict confidentiality.
  • Assisted clients with notarial matters, sworn declarations, and corporate compliance as Commissioner for Oaths, Notary Public, and Company Secretary.
Legal Trainee
Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
Mentorship of Dr. A. L. Abdul Gafoor — Former Judge & Senior Legal Academic
  • Gained foundational exposure to notarial, civil, and advisory legal practice under the guidance of a former judge.
  • Assisted with client consultations, document drafting, and procedural compliance across civil and notarial matters.
  • Developed a thorough understanding of Sri Lankan court procedure, case filing, and documentary evidence requirements.
Founder & CEO
Sri Lanka
Unity for Women Safety Sri Lanka (UWSSL)  🌐 View Organisation Page →
  • Founded and led UWSSL, an organisation dedicated to women's safety, legal rights, and access to justice in Sri Lanka.
  • Provided legal guidance and support on matters relating to women's safety, rights, and access to justice.
  • Directed community outreach and awareness initiatives on legal rights for vulnerable individuals.
Expertise

Skills & Competencies

A broad skill set spanning litigation, drafting, corporate compliance, and preparation for UK legal practice.

Legal & Technical Skills

UK Practice Systems & Tools

Legal Practice Management
LEAP Legal Software Client & Matter Management Case Management Systems Document Management Time Recording & Billing Legal Forms & Precedents Workflow Automation Matter AI / Legal Tech
Client Care & Compliance
Client Care Letter Preparation Client Onboarding AML Checks Source of Funds Verification Risk Assessments SRA Compliance GDPR & Data Protection File Opening & Closing
Private Client & Conveyancing
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) Will Drafting Conveyancing Land Registry Applications TR1, AP1, RX Forms Completion Statements
Legal Administration
Diary Management Client Communication Microsoft Office 365 Adobe Acrobat Pro Digital File Management
Technology & Software
LEAP Legal Software InfoTrack HM Land Registry Portal Companies House WebFiling Google Workspace Microsoft 365
Core Legal Skills

Areas of Legal Expertise

Litigation
Civil Litigation Criminal Litigation Courtroom Advocacy Administrative Proceedings
Legal Drafting
Pleadings & Affidavits Legal Notices Legal Memoranda Contracts Court Bundle Preparation
Substantive Law
Contract Law Family Law Constitutional Law Human Rights Law Criminal Law
Corporate & Notarial
Corporate Compliance Company Secretarial Notarial Acts Commissioner for Oaths
UK Legal Practice
UK Conveyancing AML Regulations CMC Processes LEAP Case Management
Research & Advisory
Statutory Research Client Advisory Case Strategy Legal Research
Languages
English
Fluent · Working Language
Tamil
Native
Sinhala
Proficient
Academic Background

Education & Qualifications

A rigorous legal education entirely conducted in English medium, from undergraduate law through professional qualification.

2023 — Present
LLM — Criminal Justice Administration
Open University of Sri Lanka, Colombo
Developing advanced expertise in criminal law, criminology, and justice system administration, with a focus on crime prevention, law enforcement, and judicial procedures.
⭐ Professional Qualification
Attorney-at-Law
Sri Lanka Law College, Colombo
Practising in English Medium
Qualified in civil, criminal, and constitutional law. Practical training in litigation, legal drafting, and courtroom advocacy conducted entirely in English medium.
Undergraduate
LLB — Bachelor of Laws
University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Core subjects: Contract Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Human Rights Law, and Jurisprudence.
2016
G.C.E. Advanced Level
St. Cecilia's Girls' College, Batticaloa
Studied in English Medium
🥇
2nd District Rank
Batticaloa District
🏅
12th All Island Rank
Sri Lanka
3 A Passes  ·  Z-Score: 2.186 (Super Merit)
2013
G.C.E. Ordinary Level
St. Cecilia's Girls' College, Batticaloa
Studied in English Medium
8 A Passes  ·  1 C Pass
Certifications & CPD

Continuous Professional Development

Basics of UK Conveyancing Law
Alison / CPD Certified · February 2026 Score: 96%
Introduction to Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
Alison / CPD Certified · February 2026
The Global Biodiversity Framework, Sustainable Development and the Law
University of Cambridge · 2024
The Paris Agreement, Sustainable Development and the Law
University of Cambridge · 2024
Writing

Legal Articles & Insights

Published legal commentary and analysis on criminal justice, law reform, and the legal profession.

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