Patrick Rappo, the co-chair of the global investigations and compliance group at DLA Piper, has recently moved to the London office of Reed Smith. This information was reported by Law.com.
Prior to his five-year stint at DLA Piper, Rappo spent five years as a partner at Steptoe & Johnson. His experience also includes a notable tenure as the joint head of bribery and corruption at the U.K.’s Serious Fraud Office, contributing to his more than 25-year career in the sector. Recognised for his substantial influence and expertise in the industry, Rappo has been brought up in discussions as a potential candidate for the director role at the Serious Fraud Office.
The implications of this move in terms of Reed Smith’s strategic growth and development of its investigations and compliance practice in London are yet to be seen. However, the firm’s decision to enlist someone of Rappo’s stature and experience arguably signifies its ambition to enhance its presence in this pivotal legal realm.