It’s the small things that count. The morning before we arrived at Susan Peh’s office for this photo shoot, she sent me a text message: “I’ve prepared light tea snacks for you and your crew (yes, some gluten free)”. I was touched that she remembered my dietary restriction, given that the last time we had caught up for lunch was a year ago.
In addition, this had been a particularly busy period for the 61-year-old lawyer and mother of three. She had just become a grandmother in June 2024, on top of renovating her house, juggling her work and pro bono activities, sitting on the board of various charities, and being the primary caregiver for her parents, aged 88 and 97. For now, her life revolves around caring for them, as well as taking them to their medical appointments and social activities.
“It’s all about balance,” says the soft-spoken lawyer. “Many elements of my life keep me busy, and they do take away my free time. But it’s become part and parcel of my life. Even if I’m on leave overseas, I’ll bring my laptop,” she shares.
Susan, who specialises in commercial and civil litigation, is the CEO of Adsan Law, formerly known as Yeo-Leong & Peh, the law firm she cofounded with her husband Adrian Peh in 1987. Their three children Melissa, Bertrand and Desiree all work with the firm as well, while her son-in-law Alvin – her fourth child, she says – is a doctor. Melissa and Alvin recently welcomed a baby girl.
“I can’t wait to watch the baby grow and play my part to help nurture her. It is a new journey in my life, and I remember my mother being involved in [bringing up] my kids. It is such a beautiful and happy milestone for the family, watching a new generation grow. However, I try not to step into the parents’ position, and just help out when needed,” says Susan.
EMBARKING ON A LEGAL CAREER
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