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.    

Highlights

Recently, Freshfields’ US Corporate and M&A practice led in the representation of Qualtrics International in its all-cash sale to a consortium of Silver Lake and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. Freshfields and the independent directors of the board of Qualtrics International worked together to prioritize public shareholders' best interests.

The firm also represented publicly listed Coupa Software Incorporated in its cash sale to Thoma Bravo. This acquisition was outstanding for LBO standards and for the software sector.

In January, the M&A team also welcomed Partners Sanjay Murti and Steven Li from Cravath Swaine and Moore and Kirkland & Ellis respectively.

Key clients

Some of the firm’s key clients include Qualtrics International, Coupa Software Incorporated, Roivant Sciences, BP, and Google.