In a noteworthy conversation with Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton’s M&A partner Nallini Puri, she reflects on her path from practicing corporate law in India to establishing herself in London– a journey endorsed with brave resolve and unyielding spirit. Via Law.com
Resonating the words of her mother, “Even when you don’t feel particularly brave, sometimes you just have to tell yourself to get on with it”, Puri exhibits how her relentless determination has played a significant role in qualifying her as a lawyer in India, New York, and London. She upheld the importance of adaptability, being authentic, and acknowledged the trials faced in an environment surrounded by alpha males and the necessity of endurance in situations calling for all-nighters.
Puri joined Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton in 2008 and overcame challenges relating to cultural and gender-related transitions and emerged as a strong figure in corporate law.
Note: Complete details of this discussion with Nallini Puri are confined behind a paywall, restricting access to further insights from Puri’s journey and growth in the legal sector.