Ruth Chapman
Vario living in Italy and the UK.
Ruth is a senior property lawyer and has worked as a Vario for five years, primarily within Pinsent Masons’ teams. She lives across Italy and the UK, and works almost exclusively from home.
Latest blogs
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Slow is smooth, smooth is fast: a legal manager’s approach to transformation
In today’s business environment, transformation is often equated with speed. Whether it’s rolling out new tech, streamlining operations, or responding to regulatory shifts, the pressure to deliver quickly is constant. But as a legal manager working across quality assurance and client-facing legal services, I’ve found that real progress doesn’t come from rushing—it comes from moving with intention.
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From the court to the case: how supporting my son’s basketball hobby mirrors life as an MLS lawyer
Supporting your child’s interests is one of the more rewarding parts of parenthood. For me, that means being involved in my 9-year-old son’s basketball journey - driving to practices, watching games, and helping him improve his skills at home. It’s a routine built on consistency, patience, and purpose. And, unexpectedly, it’s given me a fresh perspective on my work in Managed Legal Services.
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Legal transformation isn’t just a project – it’s a move.
Moving house isn’t just about shifting boxes. It’s about planning, coordination, and staying calm when things don’t go quite as expected. Sound familiar? That’s exactly what legal transformation feels like.