“We’re one of the global elite law firms. What does that mean? It means we’re a quality law firm. Quality in terms of our clients. Quality in terms of our work. Quality in terms of our people. It’s a hard-working environment – but it’s also helpful, supportive and fun.”
Jonathan Scott, senior partner
Established in London in 1882, we now have more than 1,300 lawyers across a network of offices in Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Our main clients are leading global and national businesses, many headquartered outside the UK.
We believe the following sets us apart from our peer group.
1. Disputes and corporate - our “twin engines”
We are unique amongst UK international law firms in being equally strong in both dispute resolution and corporate work.
2. Breadth of practice
Alongside this outstanding reputation in dispute resolution and corporate work, we have leading practices in finance, real estate, EU and competition and employment, pensions and incentives. We are also acknowledged as leaders in a number of industry sectors, including energy and natural resources, and financial institutions.
3. Global practice, global clients
The breadth of our practice, our technical and commercial expertise and the consistently high quality of our broader service are all factors cited by our global clients when they choose Herbert Smith to advise them on their most complex disputes, transactions and projects.
4. Breadth of partner and group expertise
Our partners and associates work across a broad range of transactions and cases. This enables them to develop deep client relationships and enjoy a varied portfolio of work.