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Freshfields

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a prestigious "Magic Circle" international law firm headquartered in London. It provides a wide range of legal services to global corporations, financial institutions, and governments, operating across more than 25 offices worldwide with a workforce of over 5,000 professionals. In Spain, Freshfields maintains a significant presence in Madrid, focusing on high-stakes corporate law, M&A, litigation, and employment law. For international professionals, the firm offers an elite environment where English is the primary working language for cross-border transactions, making it a premier destination for dual-qualified lawyers and global legal talent looking to work on complex international mandates.

London, UKLegal5000 employeesFounded 1743Madridwww.freshfields.com

Company History

Freshfields was founded in London in 1743, making it one of the oldest law firms in the world. The modern firm was formed in 2000 through a merger between the UK's Freshfields and the German-Austrian firm Bruckhaus Deringer.

For International Professionals

  • Member of the 'Magic Circle,' representing the most elite UK-headquartered law firms globally.
  • The Madrid office serves as a strategic hub for Iberian and Latin American cross-border legal work.
  • English is the primary language for international client work, though Spanish proficiency is required for local practice.
  • Offers structured career development and potential international secondment opportunities for legal professionals.

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