Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm founded in 1743, with a history spanning nearly three centuries. The firm advises enterprises on cross-border legal matters, strategic counsel and dispute resolution, operating from 33 offices worldwide and employing over 5,700 people. Its early clients included the Bank of England; today it works with corporate and enterprise clients across international markets. The modern firm took shape in 2000, when a landmark merger formed Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and established the borderless partnership that defines it.

The firm's practices cover cross-border transactions and market expansion, competition and antitrust matters across jurisdictions, corporate transformation and restructuring, complex dispute resolution, and regulatory advisory work. Alongside this, it undertakes pro bono legal services intended to expand access to justice.

Responsible business is embedded in the firm's stated values. Environmental initiatives target net zero emissions by 2050, and inclusive culture programmes are designed to enable all colleagues to thrive. The firm describes its working culture as one that combines deep industry knowledge with fresh perspectives across its international offices.