After seven years as a partner at Ropes & Gray in London, Tania Bedi took the decision in 2017 to step away from law in order to relocate overseas and take the time to raise a young family. Earlier this year, she returned to the industry, and joined Latham & Watkins as a partner in its banking practice and is currently co-chair of the firm’s London finance department. Here she explains why she stepped away and what drew her back.

Why did you decide to take a career break?