Pro bono work has deep roots in Asia’s legal traditions, particularly through civil movements and litigation practice. Yet formalising pro bono programmes within the law firm presents unique challenges and opportunities. This interactive session brings together legal professionals from leading firms across Asia to share practical strategies for embedding pro bono into firm culture. Participants will learn from real-world examples, including successful models from Thailand and India, and will leave with actionable tools to strengthen or launch pro bono initiatives within their own organisations.

Alghiffari Aqsa

Managing Partner, Amar Law Firm

Emi Rowse

Partner and head of Kudan & Partners’ Japan Practice

Cassandra Thomazios

Partner at MahWeng Kwai & Associates

Larissa Ann Louis

Partner at Azri, Lee Swee Seng & Co

Prashant Mara

Managing partner, BTG Advaya

Executive Director, Jann 16 Foundation

Sonya Kalnin

Partner at Watson Farley & Williams