Join us on this podcast episode as we speak with Lok Vi Ming, Senior Counsel, about his path to becoming a Senior Counsel and his illustrious legal career. He provides valuable insights into how his personal values have shaped his approach to law and the significant effort he has dedicated to his craft.  Most importantly, he sheds light on how he made it a point not to change the kind of person he is, even after achieving the prestigious title of Senior Counsel.  We also dive into some of Lok Vi Ming's past high-profile cases, including the SilkAir MI 185 case and the Slim 10 saga, and he shares the challenges and rewards of working on such complex legal battles. Additionally, Lok Vi Ming reflects on his experience striking out on his own and in starting his own law firm. He shares valuable lessons learned from his journey in entrepreneurship, leadership and law firm management.  Whether you are an aspiring lawyer or simply interested in the world of law, this episode offers a wealth of valuable insights and inspiration. Lok Vi Ming - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vi-ming-lok-sc-a327071a5/ Connect with me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/ More on the podcast - https://www.AfterTheBar.com.sg What to listen for: 00:00 Start of Episode 01:55 Receiving the CC Tan Award 02:37 Vi Ming’s Approach to His Legal Practice 04:23 Thoughts on Being Made Senior Counsel 07:24 The Biggest Difference in Vi Ming’s Career After Being Made SC 08:53 Alternate Career Trajectory If Not Made SC 10:00 Important Values to Vi Ming 11:11 Motto of ‘Never Say Never’ in Life 11:59 High Profile Case SilkAir MI 185 16:07 The Role of Faith During the SilkAir MI 185 Case 22:34 High Profile Case Slim 10 Saga 29:14 Outcome of the Slim 10 Saga 32:29 Overcoming Challenges on Doing the ‘Right’ Thing 34:02 Why Start A Firm in Your Fifties? 36:37 Why Do Lawyers Choose to Apply to LVM Law Chambers? 38:38 Thoughts on the Next Generation of Lawyers 43:41 Criteria of Hiring Associates 45:33 Vi Ming’s Role Models 46:30 Advice to Lawyers Aspiring to Become an SC 47:40 How Vi Ming’s Definition of Success Has Changed 49:47 Vi Ming’s Way Forward as an SC 51:50 Rapid Fire Questions