Applications Invited: ALB Asia's 40 Under 40 for the Year 2025
Dear Reader,
We are thrilled to announce that submissions for ALB Asia's annual "40 Under 40" list are now open! This coveted list showcases the most accomplished lawyers in Asia under the age of 40.
To be eligible, nominees must be permanently based in Asia, excluding mainland China and Australia/New Zealand. They must also demonstrate excellence in their legal practice, leadership, and innovation. Nominees should be in-house counsel or law firm lawyers, and their age must not exceed 40 years at the time of nomination or selection.
The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 4, 2025. To apply, please download the form available on our website and send the completed form to [email protected].
While a submission does not guarantee a spot on the list, the recognition is highly competitive and considered a major achievement in the Asian legal community. The list profiles lawyers who excel in their field by advising on significant deals, participating in key disputes, and earning accolades.
The "40 Under 40" list will be published in the October 2025 issue of ALB Asia Magazine. Please note that ALB does not have the obligation to provide an explanation for the inclusion or omission of specific lawyers on the list.
For the most accurate and current criteria, we recommend consulting the official ALB website or recent call-for-nominations announcements.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and celebrating the outstanding achievements of young lawyers in Asia!
Best Regards, [Your Name]
*Note: The following table provides a summary of the key eligibility criteria for the "40 Under 40" list based on available information.*
| Criterion | Details | |-------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | Age | Under 40 years old | | Professional Role | Lawyer in Asia (firm or in-house) | | Achievements | Recognized excellence and leadership in legal practice | | Recognition | Industry awards, rankings, or prior accolades | | Nomination | Typically peer or self-nomination, with supporting evidence |
*Additional Context* - The list is published annually by ALB (Asian Legal Business), a prominent legal media outlet in Asia. - Selection is highly competitive and considered a major recognition in the Asian legal community.
1) nominees for the prestigious "40 Under 40" list should consider seeking education-and-self-development and career-development opportunities to boost their skills and enhance their legal practice, making them more competitive in the selection process.
2) For ambitious law firm lawyers and in-house counsel aiming to be part of the coveted "40 Under 40" list, it is essential to actively participate in significant deals, key disputes, and earn accolades to demonstrate excellence and leadership in the Asian legal community.
3) To increase their chances of being selected for the "40 Under 40" list, law firms can provide skills-training programs and career-development opportunities to help their lawyers ensure they meet the criteria for eligibility and excel in their practice, becoming the legal leaders of the future.
