The Most Influential Legal Experts of the Year, 2025
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Judith Wood: Demonstrating a Lifelong Commitment to Justice and Legal Excellence
Law shapes societies by defining justice, protecting rights, and creating accountability. Few professionals combine legal precision with genuine empathy as effectively as those working in immigration and human rights law. Their efforts unite policy expertise with compassion, offering dignity and hope to individuals
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Thought Leaders
Daniel Blomgren: Empowering Small Business Growth Through Legal Strategy
At the heart of many successful ventures is a trusted advisor who understands both the challenges of entrepreneurship and the nuances of the law. For Daniel Blomgren, founder of Coepio Legal, supporting small business owners through every stage of their journey is more than a profession, it is a personal mission rooted in
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Liliana Bakayoko: Elevating Global Business Law with Expertise and Vision
In the competitive field of international business law, few names carry the influence and depth of experience that Liliana Bakayoko does. With more than 20 years of legal practice, she has established herself as one of France’s most highly regarded legal professionals. Her academic credentials include a Doctor
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Thanuki Natasha Goonesinghe: Advancing AI Integration in Legal Systems with Vision and Responsibility
At the forefront of legal innovation in the Global South, Thanuki Natasha Goonesinghe is redefining how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence align with legal practice. As an Attorney-at-Law and an Independent Technology Legal Consultant, she brings a unique perspective that merges traditional legal insight
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Yeo Shi Yuan: Redefining Legal Leadership Across the Asia-Pacific Region
In the modern corporate world, the role of legal and compliance professionals has grown far beyond risk mitigation. Today, it is about enabling ethical growth, building trust, and navigating complexities with foresight and cultural understanding. At the forefront of this evolution is Yeo Shi Yuan, a legal
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