Despite Freshfields' size, you work with a relatively small group of people on a day-to-day basis.
Our work is really high quality and very international. But at the same time, everyone is super friendly and approachable.
When you go the extra mile, partners and associates will show appreciation for your contribution to the team.
When choosing a firm you need to think as much about the culture and work environment as well as the quality of training.
Our team draws on broad industry experience and networks to create the most powerful outcomes forour clients.
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I’d say the culture is hard-working but fun, and genuinely inclusive. Jessie Andrews Trainee
I’d say the culture is hard-working but fun, and genuinely inclusive.
Jessie Andrews, Trainee, talks about career autonomy and support networks.
Ranamit Banerjee, Associate, talks about high-stakes negotiation, secondments and becoming a holistic lawyer.
We’re a decent, friendly bunch of people with a shared intellectual curiosity to get to solutions.Kate Cooper Partner
We’re a decent, friendly bunch of people with a shared intellectual curiosity to get to solutions.
Panashe Jinga, Trainee, talks about diversity and having an impact on heavyweight mandates.Panashe Jinga Trainee
Panashe Jinga, Trainee, talks about diversity and having an impact on heavyweight mandates.
Brendan McCarthy, Associate, talks about diversity, pro bono work and having a positive attitude.
Cyrus Pocha, Partner, talks about his paralegal experience, exciting work and fintech.
Folarin Odunubi, Trainee, talks about pro bono work and recognising hard work.
Harriet Ohemeng, Trainee, talks about building skills and experience.
Daria Park, Trainee, talks about our London–Asia training contract.
We are all normal people, living normal lives and working together as a team – collaboration is the key to success!Eloise Rennie newly-qualified Associate
We are all normal people, living normal lives and working together as a team – collaboration is the key to success!
There’s a real pride to being part of a team working on high-profile work which has a tangible impact.Elizabeth Sangobiyi newly-qualified Associate
There’s a real pride to being part of a team working on high-profile work which has a tangible impact.
Alison Smith, Partner, talks about work–life balance, grabbing opportunities and culture.
The work is extremely interesting and requires you to think outside of the boxKatrina Shurrock Trainee
The work is extremely interesting and requires you to think outside of the box
George Whittingham, Trainee, talks about diversity, and being proactive.