Waymaker Wednesday: Women in LegalTech – Meet Brinda Lashkari

Brinda G Lashkari is a lawyer working at the intersection of public policy, data governance, and digital public infrastructure. She is currently a Project Lead at Setu, where she works on advancing technology-driven solutions within governance systems.

Prior to this, she served as a Senior Associate at Artha Global in the Technology and Innovation team, where she worked on safeguarding Digital Public Infrastructure and building the capacity of public officials to adopt digital transformation frameworks. She also spent over three years with the eGov Foundation as a Data Policy and Partnerships Associate, focusing on data governance, policy implementation, and strengthening public digital systems.

Brinda began her career in litigation, practicing across the Bombay High Court, City Civil Court, and Small Causes Court, with experience in tenancy, election, and real estate law, while also advising on civil and criminal matters. Her work extends beyond practice into public policy and social impact, including roles with organisations such as Praja, Majlis, and Door Step School.

Her work is driven by a focus on leveraging law, policy, and technology to build more inclusive, accountable, and effective public systems.

Here’s a peek into her world:

1. What inspired you to join the Women in LegalTech community?

I’ve always been drawn to spaces where curiosity meets impact, and Women in Legal Tech felt exactly like that. It’s not just about innovation for its own sake- it’s about rethinking how the legal system can be more accessible, efficient, and human-centered. I was especially inspired by the community itself: ambitious, thoughtful women who are not only navigating the industry but actively reshaping it. Being part of that collective energy made it an easy yes.

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2. If you could solve one problem in the legal world (or beyond) with technology, what would it be?

Access to justice, without hesitation. There’s still a massive gap between people who need legal help and those who can actually get it. I’d love to see technology bridge that divide—through intuitive platforms, AI-driven guidance, and tools that empower individuals to understand their rights without feeling overwhelmed or excluded. The legal system shouldn’t feel like a locked door.

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3. What’s one book, podcast, or resource that’s made a big impact on how you think about work or life?

The Fountainhead massively impacted my thought process in my early law school time.

Atomic Habits by James Clear really shifted how I think about progress. It reframed success as something built through small, consistent actions rather than big, dramatic moves.

Also, the Mel Robbins podcast is a great walk-time listen for me.

That mindset has been incredibly grounding, especially in a fast-moving field like LegalTech where it’s easy to feel like you need to do everything at once.

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4. Outside of work, what’s something you’re passionate about or love spending time on?

I love anything that allows me to slow down and be present—especially traveling and exploring new cultures. There’s something powerful about stepping outside your routine and seeing the world from a different perspective. It keeps me curious and reminds me that there’s always more to learn beyond my immediate environment.

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5. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received as a woman in your career journey?

Don’t wait until you feel ready , you’ll be waiting forever.That stuck with me. Confidence often follows action, not the other way around. Taking up space, asking questions, and going after opportunities before you feel 100% prepared has made a huge difference in how I’ve grown

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6. If you weren’t working in Law/LegalTech, what’s another path you could totally see yourself in?

I could see myself in something creative and people-focused maybe storytelling, media, or even building something different in the social impact space maybe education or health. I’ve always been interested in how ideas shape the way people think and connect, so anything that lets me explore that intersection would be incredibly fulfilling.

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Brinda’s journey reflects how law, policy, and technology can come together to strengthen public systems and governance. She continues to focus on building inclusive, accountable, and digitally enabled frameworks that create real-world impact.

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