Career Transition: Nicole Poh’s Journey in Legal Practice
Nicole Poh is passionate about advocating for changes that support the advancement of women in law. She believes it is
Embracing Transitions: From Law to Innovating Gamified Trading Technology
Nathanael Lim thrives on new challenges. Driven by an insatiable desire for growth and a passion for purposeful work, his
Cathryn Neo: A Bold Transition from Law Practice to Aon’s M&A Team
Cathryn Neo is not one to shy away from a challenge. A seasoned disputes lawyer with extensive experience in international
Khelvin Xu: Chambers Calling
His take on forging a positive team culture, moving to a chambers set-up and SAL’s Junior Lawyers Professional Certification Programme (JLP).
BY MATHANGI ELANGOVAN Late nights and weekend work is par for the course for many lawyers. But it’s something Mr
Tris Xavier: Re-entering The Ring
Entering practice at any stage is tricky, but even more so after a decade away, shares the former lecturer.
BY ASHUTOSH RAVIKRISHNAN A year in practice can feel like a lifetime. But although it’s been over a year since
Danny Ong On Starting Out Again
He reflects on his journey in the law and its latest milestone: Setia, a boutique firm focused on dispute resolution, fraud and financial crime, international enforcement, and corporate distressed situations.
BY ASHUTOSH RAVIKRISHNAN It’s not every day that a managing partner approaches law students on LinkedIn, asking them to consider
From Briefs To Brilliance: Paul Tan And Lynette Koh
How an attachment in London has helped both members learn, network and become better lawyers.
BY ASHUTOSH RAVIKRISHNAN Today, Mr Paul Tan and Ms Lynette Koh are leaders in their respective fields. Paul is an
Lam Zhen Guang On Life In A New Practice Area
The recently Accredited Specialist in D2E Law on making a meaningful switch.
BY ASHUTOSH RAVIKRISHNAN The recent US congressional hearing with TikTok CEO Mr Shou Zi Chew has gained considerable attention, thanks
Back To Practice: Jeffrey Wong On The Draw Of A Boutique Firm
Why he returned to practice in a smaller outfit after time away from the law—plus, the lessons he’s learnt from being on the other side of the table.
BY ASHUTOSH RAVIKRISHNAN Mr Jeffrey Wong followed the recent news of UBS’ acquisition of Credit Suisse with interest—not just because
Abdul Rahman: Giving Up A High-flying Start For A “Baptism Of Fire” Into Syariah Law
The expert practitioner on why lawyers today have no excuse not to take on cases in the Syariah court.
BY RACHEL CHIA Thirty minutes – that’s all he had to locate, read and photocopy the cases needed from a private