Our People

I pursued my law degree at the University of Oxford and then worked at a public policy think tank in Hong Kong. Following that, I spent some time as a teacher to Myanmar refugee children in Malaysia. I pursued my vacation scheme at Clifford Chance in 2018 and joined the firm as a trainee in 2020. After qualification, I joined the Litigation and Dispute Resolution department in 2022.

What led you to specialise in your practice area and what keeps you passionate?

I was exposed to a wide variety of work as a trainee in my current department, such as workplace investigations, mediation for case settlements, and various filings for arbitration and litigation. I appreciated how every case was truly different.

Our clients are often large corporations with numerous employees involved, including those who may have left the company years before a dispute arises. Our role involves collating all the information and figuring out what happened and what steps to take next. This process of grappling with facts feels much like being an investigative journalist.

How did your initial assumptions about being a lawyer change as your career progressed?

Initially, I assumed that clients would primarily rely on our legal expertise. However, I soon realised that many clients are represented by in-house counsel who possess solid legal knowledge themselves. A lot of the time, our added value is in our market experience and the insights gained from advising other clients in similar situations. This demonstrates that while academic knowledge is valuable, practical experience is the key driver.

How would you describe the culture at the firm?

You are allowed to be yourself. Different personalities are allowed to thrive (including introverts!). My team is highly collegiate, with members always willing to support one another.

What key skills have you developed so far?

I have developed project management and delegation skills, which proved especially valuable during my client secondment. I was tasked with assembling and managing a team to conduct a sudden and urgent internal investigation for the client.

What advice would you give to someone considering a career at Clifford Chance?

Familiarise yourself with the clientele, i.e. which side Clifford Chance acts for in cases and transactions.

How do you maintain a work-life balance?

I make a point to commit to activities upfront, such as signing up for classes or joining a sports team that requires attendance. This helps me prioritise my personal time, as it is easy to get caught up in work.