Praised by one client for its 'high energy, high quality and attention to detail', Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is especially noted for its energy sector focus, as well as its capabilities regarding secondary funds. Key names to note include Stephen Newby, an investment fund specialist regarded for his 'expertise combined with a solid work ethic.' Krishna Shorewala - 'calm and thoughtful' - is also recomended.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team have experience advising on social impact investments and understands the collaborative approach that investors in the social investment sector take. The team can bring their considerable knowledge and experience of what is market practice in more "mainstream" commercial sectors to complement that approach. Their advice is commercially focused and they will bring in colleagues from other departments across the firm when needed.’
‘Stephen Newby is very responsive and reflects our value of working in partnership with the fund managers we invest with. He is quick to share alternative suggestions or flag issues we might not have thought about even at the RFP stage when he might not be instructed on the particular matter.'
- 'Krishna Shorewala is calm and thoughtful. He is focused on the detail while still being commercial and pragmatic.'
‘Proactive, high energy, high quality and attention to detail. Confident in their quality and delivery. Commercial and very likeable too. Client focus and teamwork.’
‘Stephen Newby is a standout. Great at his work. His expertise combined with a solid work ethic, with a sharp client focus. High-quality character, likeable and commercial.'
'Sage advisers and solution providers.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephen Newby