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Senior Counsel Arseculeratne announces bid for BASL presidency
President's Counsel Rienzie Arseculeratne has declared his candidacy for the Bar Association of Sri Lanka presidency in the 2027/28 term, following encouragement from members of the legal profession.
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Arseculeratne, who currently serves as Deputy President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), has confirmed his intention to contest the association's top position. His announcement follows representations from both senior and junior members of the legal profession seeking his candidacy.
The move paves the way for a transition at the helm of the influential professional body. The incumbent President, Attorney-at-Law Rajeev Amarasuriya, secured an unopposed second term for the 2026/27 period and is scheduled to complete his tenure before the next election cycle.
Arseculeratne's entry into the presidential race signals potential competition for the 2027/28 leadership position. His experience as Deputy President and standing as a President's Counsel position him as a significant contender within the legal fraternity.
The BASL presidency represents one of the most prominent leadership positions within Sri Lanka's legal profession, overseeing issues affecting attorneys and the broader administration of justice.