Description

Synopsis

Opportunities in IP and TMT law abound in law firms and corporations, in the public sector, and in academia. In this session, we are fortunate to have our own Professor David Tan, along with 3 accomplished lawyers, Tony Yeo’91, Rajesh Sreenivasan and Elaine Tan ’96, come together to offer you insights on the different careers in IP and TMT they have chosen, and to share their perspectives on what you can do to prepare yourself if you aspire to a career within this vibrant and fast growing sector.

This event is held in collaboration with the Centre for Technology, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Law (TRAIL).

About the Speakers

Tony Yeo

Director, Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution
Drew & Napier

Tony is the Director of Drew & Napier’s Intellectual Property and Dispute Resolution departments and heads the firm’s Healthcare & Life Sciences practice. Tony advises multinational corporations, technology companies, government agencies and pharmaceutical organisations on complex disputes particularly patent litigation, as well as trademark, copyright and other IP enforcement matters. With decades of experience at the intersection of law, technology and business, Tony has a keen interest in how technological advancements are reshaping legal practice and client service. He regularly advises organisations on navigating evolving legal and commercial challenges while leveraging innovation responsibly. His insights are shaped by years of handling high-stakes disputes and helping clients adapt to rapidly evolving technological and regulatory landscapes.

Tony was recently named IP Lawyer of the Year (South East Asia) at the 2026Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards and has been recognised among Asian Legal Business’ Asia Top 15 IP Lawyers for five consecutive years (2021–2025).

Rajesh Sreenivasan

Head, Technology, Media &
Telecommunications Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP

Rajesh Sreenivasan is the Head of Technology, Media & Telecommunications Practice at Rajah & Tann Singapore and leads the firm’s multidisciplinary Data and Digital Economy practice. He has advised businesses, governments and industry leaders on some of the most complex issues involving artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data protection and emerging technologies. While he spends much of his time helping clients navigate the opportunities and risks of AI, Rajesh is a firm believer that technology works best when paired with human judgment. He often describes AI not as a replacement for professionals, but as an accelerator that frees people to focus on what matters most: critical thinking, sound judgment, creativity and trusted relationships.

In this session, Rajesh will share on the continued importance of human professional judgement and how AI is a force multiplier and not a zero sum game in legal practice. Rajesh enjoys mentoring young lawyers and students, speaking at industry and academic forums, and exploring how technology can be used to make professional services more accessible and impactful. Colleagues know him as someone who is equally comfortable discussing the latest AI developments, legal innovation, leadership and the future of workover a cup of coffee.

Elaine Tan,

Associate VP, Legal
Razer Inc.

Elaine Tan is an Associate VP, Legal at Razer, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers. Elaine is responsible for overseeing the intellectual property (IP)portfolio of Razer, with particular emphasis on brand protection, IP enforcement and intellectual asset management.

Prior to her role at Razer, Elaine practiced in a leading boutique IP firm in Singapore. Well regarded by clients and peers alike, Elaine has been cited as a leading lawyer in publications such as Legal Media Group’s Expert Guides (Trademarks, Women in Business Law), Asialaw Leading Lawyers (Trademarks)and Asia IP Experts (Litigation, Enforcement).

Before she entered private practice in 2000, Elaine served as a Deputy Public Prosecutor and State Counsel in the Attorney-General’s Chambers.

About the Moderator

Professor David Tan

Co-Director, Centre for Technology, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and the Law, NUS Law

Professor David Tan holds a PhD from Melbourne Law School (2010), a LLM from Harvard (1999), and graduated with a LLB (First Class Honours)/BCom from the University of Melbourne (1995). David was formerly with the Singapore Administrative Service, serving as Director of Sports at Ministry of Community Development, Youth & Sports (MCYS) and Director of International Talent at Ministry of Manpower (MOM). He has also had work experience at McKinsey & Company and DBS Bank, and at Australian law firms now known as Allens, King & Wood Mallesons and Herbert Smith Freehills.

At NUS Law, David pioneered courses in Fashion Law, Entertainment Law, Freedom of Speech and Privacy & Data Protection Law. His areas of research cover personality rights, copyright, trademarks, freedom of expression, constitutional law and tort law, and his articles have been cited on a number of occasions by the Supreme Court of Singapore.

David has published over 100 articles, comments, book chapters and review essays since joining NUS Law in 2008.

David is also an accomplished fine art and fashion photographer having published a coffee table book
Visions of Beauty in association with Versace, and Tainted Perfection in collaboration with Cartier in Singapore. His works have appeared in Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, Time and The New Yorker. In 2005, he produced and co-wrote the sports anthem Live Our Dreams for the SEA Games performed by Kit Chan.