Team Details

Personal Experience & Biography

Amanda Choo is an Associate at FT Legal, having been admitted to the Bar of Barbados in 2021 and has approximately 5 years post qualification experience. Amanda obtained her Bachelor of Laws Degree with First Class Honours from the University of the West Indies (UWI) in 2019 and her Legal Education Certificate from the Hugh Wooding Law School in 2021.

Amanda’s primary practice areas are Corporate, Commercial, Crypto and FinTech matters, with experience in insurance and regulatory matters. She has an enthusiastic and hands-on approach to new innovative matters, especially those relating to the digital space.

While at UWI, Amanda explored and co-authored an e-commerce proposal for the Organisation of the Eastern Caribbean States within the context of the World Trade Organisation’s negotiations held at the Ministerial Conferences from 1998 to 2017. She became deeply familiar with the Caribbean’s need for relevant e-commerce legislation, and the region’s trade interactions in a global context. Her interest extends beyond trade matters to the impact of technology on our society, earning a grade A on her research paper investigating artificial intelligence and legal personality.

In 2024, Amanda spoke at and attended the 21st Annual Caribbean Commercial Law Workshop, hosted by UWI where she presented: “Navigating E-Commerce: Bridging Consumer Rights and Business Responsibilities”. Amanda’s drive to assist entrepreneurs capitalise on new opportunities and navigate difficulties is complemented by her understanding of the digital domain, as businesses increasingly pivot to a digital environment.

Amanda also has a keen interest in environmental and human rights issues, serving as the President and Vice-President of the Caribbean Environmental Law Society and Human Rights Committee respectively, while at law school. Amanda continues to seek service opportunities and is a member of Junior Chamber International, Barbados, a youth led service and leadership organization.

Amanda’s commitment to excellence and social responsibility have served her well, guiding her work and relationships with clients. She consistently strives to meet client’s needs, balancing commerciality and the highest quality of service standards. As a consequence, she is highly regarded by her clients and peers.

Admissions

• 2019 Barbados