High quality and very prestigious law firm, amazing clients, great salaries/benefits, challenging work - Associate Freshfields Employee Review

4.0
Sep 29, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Very bright and ambitious colleagues around you. I received an amazing training. Annual practice group meetings at amazing places such as Saint Tropez where you can get to know your colleagues worldwide. I had a great partner who was both a very nice guy and brilliant. I had big clients and worked in cutting-edge legal issues. The work was legally challenging and I receied lots of responsibility from day one. Having Freshfields on your resume is a door opener. After, Freshfields I worked at another global law firm and I saw the difference. Freshfields is really about quality.

Cons

Long hours. No solid workflow. Little chances to become partner.

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5.0
Oct 16, 2025
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Pros

Friendly people; international brand recognition; grows fast in the US.

Cons

Still expanding. Not all practices groups are strong.

2.0
May 14, 2026
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Pros

Conveniently located in New York City.

Cons

Cliquish working environment - not expected for a top 1-20 firm.

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