Questions
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what clients most often ask before a first consultation.
- How do I book a consultation?
Use the booking page on this website. You choose a lawyer, then a date and a time from what that lawyer has free, and give your name and telephone number.
You can also telephone the office during opening hours.
- What does a consultation cost, and when do I pay?
A consultation fee is payable in person, at the office, before the consultation begins.
No payment is taken through this website — booking reserves the time only.
- Can I change or cancel my appointment?
Yes. The confirmation you receive after booking includes a private link. From it you can move the appointment to another available time, or cancel it.
- Will the office contact me after I book?
The office will telephone you within 24 hours of your booking to confirm the appointment.
The website itself sends no automated reminders or messages — the call comes from the office.
- Where are you, and when are you open?
The chambers is at No. 17, Temple Road, Negombo.
Opening hours are monday – friday 8.30 am – 6.30 pm, and saturday – sunday 9.30 am – 3.30 pm.
- What is the information I enter used for?
Your name and telephone number are used by the chambers to identify and contact you about the appointment. The optional note about your matter is visible only to the chambers' staff.
None of it is shown publicly on this website.
- What should I bring to my consultation?
Your National Identity Card (NIC) or passport for identification, and any deeds, plans, agreements, certificates, correspondence, court papers or other legal documents relevant to your matter.
Bring any notices, letters or official documents you have received in connection with your case. If you are unsure which are relevant, bring everything relating to the matter.
- How long will my matter take?
The chambers is preparing an answer to this. In the meantime, please telephone the office on 0777313519.
- Do you handle matters outside Negombo?
The chambers is preparing an answer to this. In the meantime, please telephone the office on 0777313519.
- What languages do you work in?
Clients are served in English.
Still have a question?
The office can answer questions about appointments and the chambers. Questions about your own matter are best raised at a consultation.