Federica Franco
About Federica Franco
Federica Franco is a Senior Legal Project Manager at Allen & Overy in London, with over 10 years of legal experience in Italy and the United Kingdom. She specializes in providing innovative solutions to legal challenges and has held various roles in prominent law firms throughout her career.
Work at A&O Shearman
Federica Franco currently serves as a Senior Legal Project Manager at A&O Shearman, a position she has held since 2024. Based in the London Area, United Kingdom, she has been with the firm for four months. In her role, she applies her extensive legal expertise to manage complex projects and ensure effective legal solutions.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to her current position, Federica Franco accumulated significant experience in various legal roles. She worked at Allen & Overy as a Legal Project Manager from 2020 to 2022 and as a Senior Legal Project Manager since 2022. Her career also includes roles at Herbert Smith Freehills, where she served as an Associate from 2012 to 2020, and as a Paralegal in 2011. Additionally, she has experience at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP and Lablaw, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the legal field.
Education and Expertise
Federica Franco holds an LL.B. from Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, where she studied Law from 1997 to 2001. She furthered her education at BPP Law School, earning an LL.M. degree in Commercial, Business Organisations, UK and International Banking Law, and Corporate Finance from 2010 to 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing legal projects and addressing complex legal issues.
Global Legal Experience
With over 10 years of global experience practicing law in both Italy and the United Kingdom, Federica Franco has developed a robust skill set in legal project management and dispute resolution. Her diverse background includes working in various legal capacities, allowing her to provide innovative solutions to challenging cases. She is known for her ability to prioritize workloads and multitask effectively, even under pressure.
Language Proficiency and Skills
Federica Franco is a native Italian speaker and is fluent in English and French. Her language skills enhance her ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues across different jurisdictions. She is recognized for her capacity to anticipate clients' needs and translate insights into effective legal solutions while fostering strong working relationships.