Varsha Patel
Varsha joined Law.com International in October 2019 after working as a senior editor at LexisNexis. She covers continental Europe and the in-house market. You can reach her on [email protected]
December 07, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Helping Clients Save Lives: The Health Care Specialty Deal Practice of the YearAs COVID-19 ripped through the world, Ropes & Gray's life sciences and health care industry group had a major role to play.
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read
September 20, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Lagging Demand and Layoff Fears Give Firms Leverage Over Talent—Will They Use It?Law firms in the U.S. and U.K. are finally in a position to enforce attendance policies and make attitude adjustments in their associate ranks, but no firm wants to be first to drop the hammer.
By Dan Roe | Varsha Patel
7 minute read
July 07, 2022 | International Edition
'Johnson Is Shameless': UK Lawyers React as Prime Minister ResignsPartners from a range of firms welcomed the 'opportunity to reset' but some have also hit out at several possible successors including Attorney General Suella Braverman.
By Varsha Patel | Rose Walker
6 minute read
May 12, 2022 | International Edition
DLA Piper's Big Question: Is It Time For Financial Integration?Partner concerns around merging profit pools include possible de-equitisation of partners in the non-U.S. arm.
By Varsha Patel
10 minute read
May 10, 2022 | International Edition
Lawyers Split on Cutting Pay for Remote Workers As Many Slam PolicyOne respondent to a survey by Law.com International on the topic said they would "quit on the spot" if their firm tried to cut their salary for remote working.
By Varsha Patel
5 minute read
November 30, 2021 | International Edition
BP Unveils Slew Of Legal Panels With 26 Firms Winning SpotsThe energy juggernaut has revealed panels for several jurisdictions, with firms including Freshfields, HSF and Sullivan & Cromwell winning places.
By Varsha Patel
2 minute read
November 03, 2021 | International Edition
US Firm Hands Brussels Associates $50K Salary UpliftThe increased rates mean the Brussels set is now on the same pay scale as the firm's U.S. junior ranks.
By Varsha Patel
2 minute read
October 15, 2021 | International Edition
Tackling Race Issues: A Senior Partner's Reverse Mentoring ExperienceFor U.K. Black History Month, Julian Taylor and Fiona Bolton describe taking part in a mentoring scheme that focuses on diversity.
By Varsha Patel
6 minute read
October 14, 2021 | International Edition
Freshfields vs Lockstep Round 4: Kirkland Moves Reignite Debate Over Firm's Ability to Retain TalentTwo 'rising star' partner moves to arch rival Kirkland & Ellis have prompted some to say 'the wheels have come off' at the Magic Circle firm.
By Varsha Patel
7 minute read
December 07, 2020 | International Edition
Spanish Legal Market Primed For More Mergers, Partners SayA shake-up of the market is anticipated as it responds to COVID-19 aftershocks and the threat of international firms.
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read
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