Sobashni De Silva

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Sobashni is a partner in the Commercial Litigation department based in the London office.

Sobashni is a highly experienced litigator and specialises in broad range of dispute resolution involving contractual disputes, banking and finance litigation, civil fraud, debt recovery, professional negligence.

Sobashni is a member of the Law Society and the Law Society’s International Panel and member of the Professional Negligence Lawyers’ Association.

Sobashni is ranked in the Legal 500- 2025 edition as a “Next Generation Partner -in Dispute Resolution in London”. She is also recommended in the Legal 500 in 3 disciplines including Commercial Litigation, Professional Negligence and Debt Recovery. 

Legal 500 testimonials describe Sobashni as “a shrewd adviser who understands end goals and keeps markers in a case.”; “remains a standout partner. Her collaborative approach is very much appreciated”; “star of the team. She’s not afraid to take brave decisions but remains grounded at all times; a reassuring presence.” “an outstanding professional and oversees her team with great skill.”

Disputes and Litigation

  • High value contractual claims, cross border litigation including contractual and torts claims relating to multiple jurisdictions with particular work highlight of bringing a £350m intentional tort claim against BAT (British American Tobacco);
  • Complex foreign enforcement proceedings;
  • Representing Claimants in professional negligence cases against solicitors, barristers, surveyors, accountants, structural engineers etc
  • Freezing injunctions involving high net worth individuals, company directors and foreign companies; 
  • Issuing and defending jurisdictional challenges in litigation including applications for Forum Non Conveniens (FNC)
  • Debt recovery including defending multi -million lending/repossession claims by “rogue” lenders;
  • Multi-jurisdictional civil fraud proceedings and crypto fraud claims.
  • Crypto litigation