Vicky advises across the spectrum of people risk management. She is also experienced in conducting investigations into whistleblowing, bullying and toxic culture, harassment and discrimination and understands how to navigate issues within diverse legal and cultural contexts. Vicky is a recognised leader in her field, with accolades from Chambers and Legal 500 and was named in The Lawyer Hot 100 list in the Litigator's category. Her multi-national and cross-sector clients appreciate her strategic and tactical approach. Vicky is also a passionate advocate for inclusion and regularly contributes to discussions on diversity.
Vicky Wickremeratne
Partner
As a trusted adviser on people, culture and business protection, Vicky tackles the most sensitive and complex workplace issues, drawing on her in-house background and international experience at Goldman Sachs, where she was a Managing Director and Senior Counsel in Hong Kong.
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“She is a very impressive partner and individual. She is strategic and takes a tactical perspective in litigation. The particular complexities of the case drove us to instruct her because we knew that we needed an expert heading the team”
Chambers Global, 2023
“She is incisive and available and sees the problem from the point of view of the employer/client. I have worked with a number of magic circle firms but Vicky stands out with her qualities”
Legal 500, 2022
Disclaimer
A&O Shearman was formed on May 1, 2024 by the combination of Shearman & Sterling LLP and Allen & Overy LLP and their respective affiliates (the legacy firms). Any matters referred to above may include matters undertaken by one or more of the legacy firms rather than A&O Shearman.