Doris Lai
About Doris Lai
Doris Lai's Current Position
Doris Lai is a Partner, General Counsel, and Compliance Manager. She is responsible for overseeing the legal and compliance aspects within her organization, ensuring that all operations align with applicable laws and regulations.
Doris Lai's Role at CapitaLand
Doris Lai served as Senior Vice President in the legal team at CapitaLand. In this role, she provided strategic legal advice and support, contributing to the company's compliance and regulatory adherence.
Doris Lai's Work with SGX Listed REITs
Doris Lai served as the company secretary and legal advisor to the managers of SGX listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), including Ascott Residence Trust and CapitaCommercial Trust. She played a key role in ensuring legal compliance and advising on corporate governance matters.
Doris Lai's Legal Career Beginnings
Doris Lai started her legal career in the litigation departments of Messrs Lee & Lee and Messrs Wong Partnership. She handled corporate and commercial disputes, gaining experience in the complexities of litigation practice.
Doris Lai's Experience in Venture Capital
As an Assistant Manager, Legal at EDB Investments Pte Ltd (EDBI), Doris Lai managed legal aspects of venture capital and other investments, both domestically and internationally. Her role involved providing legal support for a wide range of investment activities.
Doris Lai's Role at GIC Special Investment
Doris Lai served as Assistant General Counsel for GIC Special Investment Pte Ltd (GICSI) at GIC. She had primary responsibility for providing global legal support, assisting in various special investment projects.
Doris Lai's Time at Sidley Austin LLP
At Sidley Austin LLP’s Singapore office, Doris Lai worked as Counsel in the Investments Funds, Advisors, and Derivatives/M&A & Private Equity team. She advised a diverse clientele, including China Investment Corporation, on their fund management activities.
Doris Lai's Educational Background
Doris Lai graduated from the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore in 1994. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in legal principles and practice, setting the stage for her subsequent career achievements.