England - East Anglia • Private client
Vardags
Vardags remains active in high-value matters despite the departure of lead partner Silvia Devecchi to Mishcon de Reya LLP in 2023. The practice now has two associates and a graduate trainee in Cambridge, and they work closely with the London office to handle complex matters for high-net-worth individuals. Mario Fiorito, who is dual-qualified in English and Italian law, and the ‘tenacious, detail-orientated’ Rebecca Fenner are the main contacts. The practitioners form ‘a great team that is diligent, technically sound and warm and friendly’. The firm frequently handles cases involving assets in the £3-£20m range and above.
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Testimonials
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‘Great team who is diligent, technically sound and warm and friendly - you want them in your corner!’
‘One of the attributes I really valued was how experienced the team were, because on multiple occasions they were able to draw on their previous experience and guide me as to how certain scenarios could pan out. They presented me with extremely competent barristers and worked well with them in preparing instructions, organising conferences and providing input as to the best arguments to put forward on position papers, oral hearings, etc.'
‘Vardags is an incredibly efficient practice with access to resources on demand that allow it to provide a holistic service. The employee efficiency is mind-blowing; time efficiency, accuracy, kindness, and respect. Being able to conduct a case fully online with all the technologies to help the process.'
‘Rebecca Fenner is an effective and tenacious adovcate who goes the extra mile for her clients.’
'Their advice was prompt, accommodating of circumstances, and factual on risk versus benefit. All parties working on the case were informed of information or updates at all times and no discrepancies in terms of senior or junior employees, all very capable and discerning.'
‘Maria Fiorito gave me such peace of mind during an exceptionally stressful time. She just had my back, supported me throughout, and her knowledge and skill were just outstanding.'
'Maria Fiorito's kindness, support, respect, and professionalism helped give me such a boost; not a day that I felt overwhelmed or unsupported. She always went the extra mile and their confidence gave such strength. It has been inspirational to work with her - professionalism with such grace!’
‘The team is of excellent quality and able to work on difficult cases which may involve foreign jurisdictions or children.’