Carl Li
About Carl Li
Carl Li serves as the Lead Innovation Lawyer for Asia at Linklaters, where he integrates technology into transaction management to enhance client experience. He has over a decade of experience in legal practice, with a strong background in commercial law and accounting from The University of Auckland.
Work at Linklaters
Carl Li has been employed at Linklaters since 2013, initially serving as a Managing Associate before advancing to the role of Lead Innovation Lawyer for Asia in 2021. In his current position, he focuses on integrating technology into transaction management processes, aiming to enhance the client experience. His work involves close collaboration with technology specialists to innovate legal processes, particularly within capital markets. Li's efforts are directed towards re-examining and improving transaction workflows through technological advancements.
Education and Expertise
Carl Li holds an LL.M (Hons) in Commercial Law from The University of Auckland. He also earned a B.Com LL.B (Hons) with a major in Accounting and Law from the same institution. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both legal and commercial principles, which he applies in his role as a lawyer. This combination of knowledge supports his focus on innovation within legal processes.
Background
Before joining Linklaters, Carl Li worked at several law firms in New Zealand. He was an Associate at Simpson Grierson from 2011 to 2013 and served as a Solicitor at Russell McVeagh from 2009 to 2011. These roles contributed to his legal expertise and experience in the industry, particularly in transaction management and capital markets.
Achievements
Carl Li has played a significant role in advancing legal processes through technology at Linklaters. His initiatives focus on enhancing client experiences and improving transaction workflows. By collaborating with technology specialists, he contributes to the innovative integration of technology in legal practices, particularly in the capital markets sector.