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Freshfields

Litigation

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide


Freshfields

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Litigation - Europe-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Top-ranked firm Freshfields boasts standout litigation teams in London, Germany and Austria. Clients further benefit from the firm's wider European presence, with reputable practices in France, Italy, Spain and the Netherlands. The law firm is highly sought after for big-ticket banking litigation, benefiting from an exceptional contentious regulatory team as well as a strong financial services practice. Its scope of expertise also covers major corporate investigations, offering an established group of cartel and antitrust experts. Freshfields also handles mass litigation on a multi-jurisdictional scale. Clients include leading financial institutions, as well as manufacturing, automotive and energy companies.

Notable practitioners

Global head of dispute resolution Sarah Parkes is located in London. Michael Rohls, head of dispute resolution in continental Europe, is based in Munich.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Freshfields are the crème de la crème. The litigation team are highly responsive, dedicated and hyper-analytical.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • The litigation team at Freshfields has a client-first approach.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • They are a really good team, I would recommend them to anyone.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Freshfields has a well-run team with a very comprehensive approach but pragmatic when needed. The lawyers are doing a good job and we are pleased with the results.

    Litigation respondentGlobal
  • Freshfields is very efficient and responsive and has a worldwide network. The firm handles extremely complex matters, and acts very prudently and strategically, thinking of every detail.

    Litigation respondentGlobal

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