Soumya Bhagavatula
About Soumya Bhagavatula
Soumya Bhagavatula is a Senior Associate at King & Spalding, where she co-leads Knowledge & Social initiatives. She has a background in law with experience at Clifford Chance LLP and Shook Lin & Bok, and she holds a Bachelor of Laws from the National University of Singapore.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Soumya Bhagavatula serves as a Senior Associate at King & Spalding, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she co-leads the Knowledge & Social initiatives, which aim to enhance internal knowledge sharing and promote social engagement within the firm. Her contributions focus on fostering a collaborative environment that supports professional development and community building among colleagues.
Previous Experience at Clifford Chance LLP
Soumya Bhagavatula has extensive experience at Clifford Chance LLP, where she worked as a Trainee Lawyer for five months in 2015 and later as an Associate from 2016 to 2019 for three years. During her time in Singapore, she gained valuable insights into legal practices and contributed to various projects, enhancing her expertise in the legal field.
Experience at Shook Lin & Bok
At Shook Lin & Bok, Soumya Bhagavatula held two positions. She began as a Practice Trainee from 2013 to 2014 for six months and later served as an Associate from 2014 to 2015 for ten months. Her roles involved engaging with clients and assisting in legal matters, which helped her build a solid foundation in legal practice.
Education and Academic Background
Soumya Bhagavatula completed her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) at the National University of Singapore from 2009 to 2013. She also participated in an Exchange Program at the University of Toronto from 2011 to 2012, which enriched her academic experience. Prior to her law studies, she attended National Junior College, where she completed her GCE 'A' Level in 2008.
Leadership in APLMA Young Leaders' Committee
Soumya Bhagavatula chairs the APLMA Young Leaders' Committee, where she engages with young professionals in the Asia Pacific Loan Market Association. This leadership role involves fostering connections and providing guidance to emerging leaders in the industry, promoting professional growth and collaboration.