In this episode, we delve into the world of criminal law with one of the top criminal lawyers in the business, Sunil Sudheesan. With over a decade of experience, Sunil has become known for his successful track record in representing high-profile clients in some of the most challenging criminal cases. From representing clients accused of white-collar crimes to those facing serious charges like murder, Sunil has seen it all.
We'll explore Sunil's journey into criminal law, his approach to defending clients, and the unique challenges he faces as a criminal lawyer. Sunil will share some of his most memorable cases, and provide insights into the strategies he uses to ensure the best possible outcome for his clients.
Join us as we explore the fascinating world of criminal law with Sunil Sudheesan, and gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to be a successful criminal lawyer in today's legal landscape.
Sunil Sudheesan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunil-sudheesan-011ab1a8/
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
00:23 Intro
02:11 Being a Criminal Lawyer
03:06 Working with the late Subhas Sudheesan
04:46 Personal belief as a Criminal Lawyer
06:40 Fighting for the Underdogs
08:55 Huang Na Murder Case
21:50 The One-Eyed Dragon Case
27:38 Representing Oneself in a Case
28:57 The Kallang Body Parts Case
32:18 Dealing with High Pressure as a Lawyer
35:31 The Shift away from Sensational Media
37:42 What to do when Arrested
39:43 First 48 Hours of Getting Arrested
40:42 Incriminating Statements
44:39 Three Things that Hopefully Can be Changed about Singapore’s Criminal Legal System
45:47 Clients Beyond Cases
46:51 Separating Emotions from Work
47:59 Pro-bono Work and Firm Culture
50:28 Diminishing Number of Lawyers Joining Criminal Law
53:16 Supporting the New Generation of Lawyers
54:13 Sunil’s Aspirations Going Forward
55:38 Rapid Fire Round
Listen to this podcast on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/episode/71dkePbYuTxcXwyQIx4oBx?si=640c6bb899b34321