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Varsha Patel

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]

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September 28, 2021 | International Edition

Slaughter and May Elects Next Senior Partner

The 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 Finds

Fieldfisher 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 2021

The 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 Weightlifting

Anna 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 Secretary

The 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 On

The 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 Use

NDAs 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 Africa

The 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 Finds

Output 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