The practice at D. L. & F. De Saram stands out for its expertise in handling a range of complex dispute resolution work for its international client portfolio, which includes prominent names from the aviation, food and media sectors, such as Nestle and the BBC. The team is experienced in handling disputes concerning alleged defamation, outstanding payments for goods, unfair competition and IP matters. The group frequently appears before the Supreme Court and the High Court of Civil Appeal. Savantha De Saram leads the team alongside the ‘knowledgeable’ Jivan Goonetilleke and Dasuni Wijayasiriwardena. 

Nithya Partners‘ team has a strong reputation for its capabilities across the range of contentious work. The group's caseload includes handling IP disputes and litigation arising from the development of key national projects, such as representing VildulLanka PLC in a case contesting Sri Lanka’s renewable energy policies and energy sector laws. Chanaka de Silva is noted for his ability to ‘assess matters from diverse angles and provide holistic solutions’; he heads up the practice alongside Aruna Samarajewa.

The ‘highly skilled, experienced and dynamic‘ team at Sudath Perera Associates is noted for handling a broad spectrum of contentious work. IP and financial disputes and litigation arising from the development of large-scale projects are recognised areas of strength for the group. The ‘helpful and talented’ Lakshana Perera co-heads the department with Deshan Hewavithana, who also leads the firm’s criminal defence practice. Firm founding partner Sudath Perera is vastly experienced in disputes work, and counsel Manoj Bandara has expertise in advising on contentious IP matters.

The ‘knowledgeable and professional’ disputes team at F. J. & G. De Saram is well equipped to handle a broad scope of contentious matters. The firm's client base includes oil and gas, construction and insurance companies. Avindra Rodrigo heads up the practice, with support from specialist dispute resolution counsel Raneesha de Alwis.

The practice at Tiruchelvam Associates predominantly defends clients in a variety of disputes. The team's workload includes cases involving allegations of defamation, contentious leasing matters, and a range of employment-related litigation. The practice has counsel Ayendra Wickremesekera at its helm, who is vastly experienced representing clients in both the High Court of the Provinces and the Appeal Court. Laila Nasry is a prominent name in the department.