Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
London, NY · Led by Georgia Dawson
Revenue
$2.3B
Lawyers
2,800+
Offices
27
Founded
1743
About Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
The oldest law firm on this list by a wide margin, Freshfields has been practicing law since before the American Revolution. This Magic Circle titan has been aggressively expanding in the U.S. market in recent years, and their antitrust, disputes, and M&A practices are considered among the finest in the world. Nearly three centuries of excellence speaks for itself.
Practice Areas
Notable Alumni
Lord Goldsmith (UK Attorney General)
Mark Stephens (Renowned Media Lawyer)
Fun Fact
Freshfields was founded in 1743, making it 33 years older than the United States of America. They served as solicitors to the Bank of England for over 200 years.
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