Walking the Talk with Kai Schneider, Managing Partner of Clifford Chance Singapore - Episode 9

This week in Episode 9 of the Legal Genie podcast, your host, Lara Quie is in conversation with Kai Schneider, Singapore Managing Partner of Clifford Chance, one of the global elite law firms. We talk about his career journey and what he has learnt along the way. Kai is the head of the Funds and Investment Management group in Singapore. With over 20 years of experience as a US qualified lawyer, Kai has particular expertise in the funds sector, advising clients on fund formation and investment in a wide variety of private investment funds. He regularly advises sponsors on accessing the US and EU markets as well as on regional licensing and securities laws.He has been ranked as a recommended lawyer in Chambers Global and the Legal 500 since 2012.In this episode Kai discusses:·         His background and love of basketball·         Why he became a lawyer·         His law studies and training at Weil Gotshal·         Joining Clifford Chance as an associate·         Opening the Dubai office of Latham & Watkins and becoming a partner·         Moving back to Clifford Chance in Singapore·         Leading by example·         Being a team player·         Advice for young lawyers Learn more about Kai:You can connect with Kai here: https://www.cliffordchance.com/people_and_places/people/partners/sg/kai-niklas_schneider.html Also:·         If you liked this episode, please rate the show, and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts to help the Legal Genie reach a wider audience.·         Look out for the next episode coming next week  You can connect with Lara as follows:·         On LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraquie·         Website: https://www.laraqassociates.com·         If you have a question or guest idea, please do drop Lara a line at [email protected] Send us Fan MailLara Q AssociatesA boutique business and executive coaching consultancyDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Also:·         If you liked this episode, please rate the show, and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts to help the Legal Genie reach a wider audience.·         Look out for the next episode coming soon. You can connect with Lara Quie:·         On LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraquie·         Website: The Legal Genie Podcast (buzzsprout.com)