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He also consulted for local organisations involved in the media and healthcare sectors.\r\n\r\nLuca re-joined the firm in 2021 and is a member of the Corporate and Commercial Department.\r\n\r\nLuca has worked with various law firms, as well as in-house counsel in the corporate services industry. He has also held the role of Deputy General Counsel with an international healthcare services provider based in Madrid, Spain. 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