“Nearly fifteen years ago the Herbert Smith partnership agreed to put its full resources behind the inception and growth of its US legal capability. Today Herbert Smith’s US practice stands on par with the firm’s other preeminent practice groups as a critical component of its future growth strategy. Herbert Smith remains fully dedicated to the continued success of its US team”
Jim Wickenden, US hiring partner, London
Established in London in 1882, Herbert Smith now has more than 1,400 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.
Our business model
Preeminent in dispute resolution and with an outstanding reputation for high-value corporate advice, our business model is more akin to the leading Wall Street firms. We believe this sets us apart from our UK peer group.
In addition to our outstanding reputation in dispute resolution and corporate transactions, 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, as well as financial institutions.
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.
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.