The history of Freshfields dates back to the 1700’s in the UK. Since then, the firm’s reach has expanded to offices in Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, North America and Africa. Its presence in the United States began in 1977 with its opening of its New York offices. In the 40 years since, the firm has expanded to offices in Washington D.C. and the Silicon Valley.    

Focusses/specialisms 

 Freshfields’ US presence is growing in strength and is well known for its banking, capital markets, M&A and project finance practices. Given the international nature of the firm, many of its clients and matters are cross border in nature.  

In banking, the team represents borrowers in acquisition and corporate financing, in addition to project financing. Many of its clients are private equity firms participating in buyouts. In project financing, the team is experienced in the infrastructure and energy industries.  

The capital markets represents issuers and underwriters in debt and equity matters. Debt capital markets deals include investment grade and high yield bond offerings. Equity capital markets deals include IPOs, PIPEs and public acquisitions involving SPACs.  

In M&A, the team acts for buyers and sellers in public and private acquisitions. It also works on mergers, recapitalizations and divestitures. 

Key clients 

Some of the firm’s key clients include Bank of America, Babcock & Wilcox, Acosta, Banco Itau, Helios Health, JP Morgan and Malaysia Airlines Group. 

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