Law.com - For Willkie and Orrick, Paris -- Not London -- Is the Gateway to Europe

Law.com - For Willkie and Orrick, Paris -- Not London -- Is the Gateway to Europe
This is a interesting commentary on the role Paris plays for some firms and could possibly play for others in establishing or maintaining a European presence. London probably has too many law firms at the moment all going after the same business. Paris, fell out of favor for a while when the French made it more difficult to establish there about 15 years ago. On paper, I am not sure it is any more hospitable today, but the practice is often different than what the rules and regulations might indicate. One thing London offers is that it is English speaking, and most big deals are done in English. Most major firms in Paris work well in English, but it isn't usually the preferred language in Paris, particularly, for staff.