Middle aged law firm Partner turned intrepid traveller - Can you reinvent?

An increasing number of senior equity partners at International Law Firms in London are approaching me with a “get me out of here” plea. Dubai, Riyad, Singapore, Cayman (perhaps for those of more of a Private Clienty disposition). Anywhere, in fact, away from UK PLC and the present government that are not perceived as being particularly business or wealth-creator friendly, or even that commercially savvy for that matter.

The question I am being asked is can I reinvent myself in the Middle East or Far East despite the fact that I have got a mature practice which, whilst international, is predominantly rooted in London?

The answer is for most it is easier than people think. Because of the way the UK is currently rolling, inbound investment is what it is all about, so in many ways an overseas move will get a transactional partner closer to the action. Some firms will have a bias towards those with existing boots on the ground and roots in the region, but many won’t mind in the slightest, as long as the relevant Partner or Team can show they are nimble and entrepreneurial.

So always worth having a chat- as long as you will promise to pack me in your suitcase!