Meet Monique

Pooja Lasi is a dynamic and forward-thinking civil and commercial litigator at Lexaltico LLP, specializing in real estate, business, and employment disputes. With a sharp focus on evolving legal trends, Pooja is committed to steering the future of legal practice through specialization, client-centric services, and technological innovation.

Pooja’s journey in dispute resolution is marked by invaluable lessons learned across various arenas. From the high-stakes boardroom negotiations to passionate courtroom advocacy, Pooja has embraced the multifaceted nature of effective representation. Early in her career, she recognized that advocacy isn’t one-size-fits-all. It must be adaptable and transformative to meet the unique needs of each case and client. This realization has driven her belief in finding a personalized voice and style as an advocate—something she sees as crucial for securing the best outcomes.

Believing that the legal field must embrace change, Pooja highlights the importance of adapting to the remote work paradigm and leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence. She stresses the need for law firms to offer niche, personalized services to remain competitive in an ever-changing landscape.

Pooja’s leadership philosophy is grounded in leading by example, fostering empathy, and promoting collaboration. She values a team culture where open communication and diverse perspectives drive innovation, appreciating the collaborative spirit and cross-disciplinary insights at Lexaltico LLP. This environment allows her to thrive and contribute to the firm’s multi-advisory approach.

When she’s not conquering legal challenges, Pooja channels her inner chef as an amateur baker extraordinaire and transforms her kitchen into her playground, whipping up creations ranging from mouth watering bagels and garlic knots to homemade pizza and a delightful assortment of cookies and cakes. But her talents don’t stop there—Pooja is also a self-proclaimed bookworm who has reignited her love for contemporary fiction through the Good Reads annual reading challenge, smashing her goal of 60 books in 2023. This year, she’s back at it, savoring every page and finding joy in each new read.

Her top book recommendation is “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi, a powerful novel that intricately explores historical and contemporary issues through compelling characters. Gyasi’s writing is both visceral and heart-wrenching, offering an intimate look into the personal impacts of historical injustices. Yet, it remains profoundly uplifting, showing the resilience and strength of those who live through these trials.

On the adventurous side, Pooja once faced a fiery culinary challenge in Kerala, India, with a pure chili dosa that left her with a burned tongue and a story to tell—one she’s not likely to repeat! For a historical dinner guest, she would choose either Leonardo Da Vinci or Jane Austen, to whom she would question: “Is this how you imagined the world would be?”

To unwind, Pooja loves nothing more than catching a movie with her husband and son. The escape into a well-crafted story, with popcorn as the ultimate bonus, is her perfect way to recharge.

Fluent in Hindi and Urdu, Pooja combines her professional acumen with her personal passions, making her an inspiring litigator and a multifaceted leader at Lexaltico LLP.