Harvey to Appoint Stewart Garret as APAC Vice President
The legal AI firm is expanding its regional footprint in Asia-Pacific with a new executive leadership appointment.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in People
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Legal AI company Harvey is set to appoint Stewart Garret as vice president for Asia-Pacific, effective 10 November 2026. Garret will be based in Singapore as part of the company's regional expansion strategy.
Why it matters
The appointment signals a strategic push by Harvey to deepen its customer relationships and operational presence across the Asia-Pacific region. By bringing in new executive leadership, the company aims to strengthen its regional teams alongside its existing offices in Sydney and Singapore.
Harvey currently operates regional offices in Sydney and Singapore, with a new Tokyo location scheduled to open in early 2027. This footprint supports the company's regional growth and collaborative strategy.
The players
Stewart Garret
He is an experienced executive joining Harvey after previous professional tenures at major technology companies including Broadcom, MongoDB, and New Relic.
Ashleigh Whittaker
She serves as the director of APAC strategy and country manager for Australia and New Zealand at Harvey.
Harvey
This legal AI company specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for legal professionals and is actively expanding its presence across the Asia-Pacific region.
The details
Stewart Garret, who previously held roles at Broadcom, MongoDB, and New Relic, will focus on overseeing regional growth and deepening client engagement. He will work closely with Ashleigh Whittaker, the firm's director of APAC strategy and country manager for Australia and New Zealand, to refine and execute the company's regional operations.
Timeline
Stewart Garret begins his role as APAC vice president on 10 November 2026.
A new Harvey office in Tokyo is scheduled to open in early 2027.
Market Landscape
Harvey's move reflects the broader industry trend of legal technology firms localizing leadership to secure market share in the Asia-Pacific sector. This appointment positions the company to compete more effectively against rivals as it scales its global presence toward the Tokyo expansion.
Clients and legal partners in Australia, New Zealand, and the broader Asia-Pacific region may see enhanced support and faster service as the company integrates new leadership. Regional business operations are expected to benefit from more centralized management based in Singapore.
The takeaway
Companies expanding into new territories often prioritize local executive expertise to ensure long-term regional stability. Establishing a physical presence in key hubs like Singapore and Tokyo allows firms to better tailor their service offerings to specific market requirements.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Capital Brief.
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