What were you doing before the MCL?
I worked as a corporate M&A lawyer at Clifford Chance for three years in Singapore and three years in Jakarta. Most of my work involved complex cross-border M&A.
What were your impressions of the MCL?
MCL stood out for its highly bespoke curriculum which fits my stage of career. The curriculum is very practical and useful, particularly for experienced lawyers who would like to stop and think why we are doing the things we are doing and how to make it better. Some modules invite us to have a bird’s-eye view of various mechanics of corporate law in different countries, which is very useful for cross-border practitioners. Meanwhile, other modules provide insights on management of law firms, the knowledge of which is vital for an associate who would like to become a partner. Further, as we are engaged with real-life transactions throughout the year with guidance from world-class practitioners with the Deals course, we stay in touch with the latest developments in practice despite being out of the industry for 9 months. Finally, the small class size fosters a sense of friendship among the cohort and is very helpful for a conducive learning experience, especially during the pandemic.
What are your post-MCL plans and have they changed due to taking the MCL?
My aspiration is to nurture more Indonesians to become international transactional lawyers, be it through academic settings or professional settings. To this end, I would like to continue my career in a leading law firm in Jakarta and use the knowledge I have acquired in Cambridge and the skills I have honed in practice to continue to be involved in most exciting, headline deals in the region.
