A distinguished legal professional with over two decades of experience, Mr. Perera brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. He holds a Master's Degree in Law from the University of Colombo and is a qualified Attorney at Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, a Barrister and Solicitor in Fiji, and an Accredited Mediator at the Singapore Mediation Centre. His 24-year career spans both civil and criminal law, including roles in the judiciary, public prosecution, and private practice across multiple jurisdictions. Notably, he has served as a Judge of the Court of Appeal and High Court of Fiji, Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions (Fiji), Head of the Legal Department of the Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption, and State Counsel (civil division) in Sri Lanka’s Attorney General’s Department. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Perera was serving as a Legal Consultant to the Government of Seychelles, heading Civil Litigation in the Attorney General’s Office.
