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Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera, General Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on General, IP, and Patent

AssociateatKirkland And Ellis Llp

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing general in Los Angeles since 2006.

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Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Nimalka has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland And Ellis Llp.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 20 years
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General · IP · Patent
  • Handles General, IP, and Patent matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera: Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Nimalka has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland And Ellis Llp.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Nimalka takes on

Nimalka concentrates on general, ip, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nimalka handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Nimalka takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nimalka agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Los Angeles, California

Nimalka takes ip matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nimalka agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Los Angeles, California

Nimalka takes patent matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nimalka agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera — general lawyer in Los Angeles

Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Nimalka has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland And Ellis Llp.

Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera is a lawyer practicing biotechnology, pharmaceutical & life science, intellectual property, patent infringement litigation. Nimalka received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1999, and has been licensed for 20 years. Nimalka practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Nimalka's approach to general cases

Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera is a lawyer practicing biotechnology, pharmaceutical & life science, intellectual property, patent infringement litigation. Nimalka received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1999, and has been licensed for 20 years. Nimalka practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

The kind of cases Nimalka takes

Nimalka reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, ip, and patent matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The John Marshall Law School

    J.D. · 2006

  • University of California at Los Angeles

    B.S. Molecular · 1999

Jurisdictions

Nimalka's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Dist

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2006 · ACTIVE

Nimalka studied at J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.S. Molecular in University of California at Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Nimalka completed J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.S. Molecular in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nimalka runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera's office in Los Angeles

Nimalka's primary office is at 333 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kirkland And Ellis Llp

333 S. Hope St.

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nimalka usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Nimalka charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nimalka's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Nimalka will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Nimalka

Nimalka discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Nimalka confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Nimalka's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Nimalka Ratnavali Wickramasekera

  • How much does it cost to hire Nimalka for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nimalka walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Nimalka offer a free consultation?

    Nimalka charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nimalka's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Nimalka's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in California typically take?

    Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Nimalka gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Nimalka take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Nimalka is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nimalka will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Nimalka?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Nimalka will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Nimalka accepting new general clients right now?

    Nimalka's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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