Speakers

Lakshmi qualified as a barrister in England and Wales and is a corporate commercial lawyer.  She has been both in private practice and served as a general counsel in Malaysia and Australia.

Lakshmi has industry experience in various strategy, commercial and general management roles within leading multinational corporations.  She has led teams across jurisdictions on matters ranging from acquisitions and divestments, management of key IP assets, regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings, to international arbitration and dispute resolution.  She has a keen interest in governance and board responsibilities, and has advised boards of directors and management on best practices.

Lakshmi is the current Chair of the Corporate Counsel Committee of the IPBA.