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]
September 28, 2021 | International Edition
Slaughter and May Elects Next Senior PartnerThe firm has appointed Steve Cooke's replacement three years ahead of when the position's term will commence.
By Varsha Patel
2 minute read
September 27, 2021 | International Edition
Lawyers Reluctant to Discuss Mental Health as Junior Burnout Continues, LawCare FindsFieldfisher partner Sam Jardine said that "leaders in the legal profession still have a long way to move the conversation towards greater openness".
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read
September 17, 2021 | International Edition
Slaughters Ups Trainee Pay For Second Time in 2021The new rates match those of U.K. rivals Clifford Chance, Linklaters and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
By Varsha Patel
2 minute read
September 17, 2021 | International Edition
Getir UK Legal Head on the 'Rollercoaster' of the Role, Spurs Deals and WeightliftingAnna Cosgrave took up the head of legal role at grocery order business Getir in May. Three months later, the company hit one million U.K. customer orders.
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read
September 16, 2021 | International Edition
'Does Not Inspire Confidence': Lawyers Divided Over Raab's Appointment as Justice SecretaryThe vast majority of UK lawyers disapprove of Raab, but many agree he could play a pivotal role to 'restore faith in the legal system'
By Varsha Patel | Lauryn Pierro
4 minute read
September 15, 2021 | International Edition
Freshfields Frankfurt Office Searched Yet Again as Cum-Ex Investigation Rumbles OnThe firm's base has already been searched several times in recent years.
By Varsha Patel
2 minute read
September 15, 2021 | International Edition
'Adding Injury to Injury': Lawyers Split on Push To Revamp NDA UseNDAs face more scrutiny than ever with a UK MP this week backing a campaign to limit them, but several lawyers warn of unintended consequences.
By Varsha Patel
5 minute read
September 14, 2021 | International Edition
Ranked: the Biggest Law Firms in AfricaThe research, in conjunction with Africa Legal, features new entrants including ASAFO & Co in ninth place.
By Varsha Patel
3 minute read
September 14, 2021 | International Edition
In-House Teams Will Continue To Remote Work Going Forward As Trust Within Businesses Rises, LOD Survey FindsOutput of work is being more valued than hours spent in the office, many who took part in the survey say.
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read
September 13, 2021 | International Edition
How Did UK Top 50 PEP Growth Outstrip Profit Gains?Three law firm chief financial officers discuss what drove the huge leaps in PEP figures, against less impressive profit gains.
By Varsha Patel
4 minute read