International & Cross-Border Capabilities - Australia
What the team is known for
Regarded as one of Australia's elite full-service offerings, Herbert Smith Freehills also offers a wealth of expertise in key jurisdictions throughout Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Its lawyers are assembled along global industry sector lines that focus on providing internationally-integrated expertise, which enables the firm to provide a comprehensive service to major clients in the energy and resources and financial services sectors.
In addition to its top-tier status in Australia, Herbert Smith Freehills is also renowned for its international disputes practice in such Asian jurisdictions as China, Japan, South Korea and Singapore. Its integrated approach to multi-jurisdictional financial services regulation and white-collar crime is also admired by clients, who regard it as a leader in these areas.
Strengths
"I appreciated their efficiency in identifying units of work that demanded very specific local knowledge in jurisdictions in which HSF did not have a presence."
"HSF is particularly for companies that have a global footprint, they have a well-connected partnership across the planet."
"Herbert Smith Freehills possesses a global perspective coupled with local insight, enabling them to provide insightful and comprehensive advice to clients."
