Natasha Tardif: An international career in the service of legal excellence

In our final episode of the podcast The Cheat Code, we had the pleasure of talking with Natasha Tardif, Managing Partner at Reed Smith. Natasha shared with us her remarkable journey, marked by an international career that took her through three of the biggest cities in the world: New York, London and Paris. This professional trip reflects not only his legal expertise, but also a personal life rich in cultural diversity.

Natasha, a lawyer with a remarkable career, worked in two prestigious firms before joining Reed Smith: an American firm and an English firm. Her professional experience has taken her through three of the biggest cities in the world: New York, London and Paris. This international career reflects not only her career, but also her personal life, which is marked by openness and cultural diversity. Natasha was the winner in 2024 “Outstanding International Woman Lawyer” Award presented by the International Bar Association (IBA)

An international career

With a mostly international clientele, Natasha understands the specific needs of her customers better than anyone. They, like her, operate in a globalized environment where legal challenges are often complex and varied. Thanks to its global presence and entrepreneurial spirit, Reed Smith is ideally equipped to meet these requirements.

A well-considered decision

Eight years ago, Natasha made a big career decision: to join Reed Smith with her team. But before taking the plunge, she consulted her best customers. She presented them with a short list of firms she was interested in and asked them which they thought would be the best choice. The response was unanimous: Reed Smith.

Some clients were already working with the firm and felt at home, while others were drawn to Reed Smith's image and values, which met their criteria perfectly.

An international law firm

Reed Smith is an international law firm recognized for its entrepreneurial spirit and its ability to support its clients in their development projects. With a global presence and a close integration of its offices, Reed Smith has been able to build lasting relationships with its clients on a global scale. The firm has established itself as an essential partner for the resolution of complex disputes, the success of transactions and the analysis of regulatory issues.

Recognized expertise

Reed Smith's Paris office, founded in 2005, is often recognized as one of the best in numerous practice areas by legal directories such as Chambers or The Legal 500.

Reed Smith's lawyers in Paris are respected practitioners in their fields, serving French and international businesses, investment funds, financial institutions, and multinationals in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, shipping, energy, and many more.

A commitment to excellence

Natasha, as co-head of the Competition and European Law department at Reed Smith and managing partner of the Paris office, embodies this commitment to excellence.

She is also a lecturer at the University of Paris in the “European Business Lawyer” master program, as well as at Paris II Assas, Paris-Dauphine, Seton Hall University School of Law and INSEAD.

Natasha regularly publishes articles, gives interviews, and is often invited to speak at international conferences around the world.

Conclusion

Natasha's journey and her choice to join Reed Smith are a perfect example of the synergy between an international career and a law firm that can meet the complex needs of its clients. With its entrepreneurial spirit and global presence, Reed Smith continues to be a trusted partner for businesses and institutions across the globe.

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