Duane Morris & Selvam has expanded into Sri Lanka by forming an alliance with domestic firm Gowers International Legal Consultants & Corporate Lawyers.

The two firms had previously collaborated to provide regional cross-border advice regarding international corporate transactions for clients.

Gowers, which is based in Colombo, has advised foreign and domestic clients in the construction, real estate, banking and finance, aviation, shipping and insurance sectors.

“With such impressive growth in Sri Lanka during the past five years, we have felt significant demand for dedicated and experienced counsel in Colombo. In partnering with Gowers International, we are pleased to offer the legal resources to grow and thrive there,” said Krishna Ramachandra, managing director of Duane Morris & Selvam, in a statement.

Duane Morris & Selvam, which is a joint venture between U.S.-based Duane Morris and Singapore’s Selvam LLC, has four regional offices in Southeast Asia, and is also present in Shanghai.