Matthew Kay

Matthew Kay

July 17, 2023 | Legaltech News

What Does a Contract Lawyer Look Like in 2023?

In-house legal teams are using technology to a greater extent, and are extracting greater value from it. As a result, there's been more of a demand for freelance lawyers to have greater experience and expertise in using legal technology and working in collaboration with IT professionals.

By Matthew Kay and Geraldine Kelm, Pinsent Masons Vario

5 minute read

May 11, 2023 | International Edition

Does the Working Week Actually Work?

If we look at how the working week has evolved it certainly makes sense for us to consider a four-day working week, writes the head of Pinsent Masons Vario.

By Matthew Kay, Vario

4 minute read

November 29, 2022 | International Edition

Is Flexibility Enough? How to Support Parents in the Legal Sector

What practical steps can firms and others in the legal profession realistically take to ease the burden on working parents and mothers in particular?

By Matthew Kay, Vario

5 minute read

January 17, 2022 | International Edition

Could The Pandemic Lead to More Board Positions For GCs?

Recent GC promotions could be the start of something bigger, writes Vario's Matthew Kay.

By Matthew Kay, Vario

3 minute read

June 09, 2020 | International Edition

Think Managing Work-Life Balance Is Hard? Try Doing It for a Global Workforce

International law firms must have strategies in place that embrace the varying needs and laws of different jurisdictions, says the managing director of the global legal services provider Vario.

By Matthew Kay

3 minute read

June 04, 2020 | International Edition

The Need for Soft Skills While Working Remotely

There is a crucial need for displays of emotional intelligence during the lockdown, despite the fact such skills are traditionally valued less than intellectual ability.

By Matthew Kay

4 minute read

April 07, 2020 | International Edition

Will COVID-19 Pave The Way For Better Lawyer Work-Life Balance?

"Lawyers may feel a powerful effect from not having to commute each day and having more time with family," says the head of flexi-lawyer service Vario.

By Matthew Kay

5 minute read

February 13, 2019 | International Edition

Across the generations: The critical need for de-stressing the office

Pinsent Masons director offers four tips to create a more congenial workplace

By Matthew Kay

5 minute read

July 06, 2018 | International Edition

A break from grafting: are early sabbaticals a bad idea for junior lawyers?

If your current role isn't 100% your type on paper, a career break could be the answer - but don't put all your eggs in one basket

By Matthew Kay

4 minute read

July 06, 2018 | International Edition

A break from grafting: are early sabbaticals a bad idea for junior lawyers?

If your current role isn't 100% your type on paper, a career break could be the answer - but don't put all your eggs in one basket

By Matthew Kay

4 minute read