Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is frequently sought out by multinational corporates, regional and state-backed entities, and regulatory bodies for investigations and compliance advice and is particularly strong in financial crime matters. Team head Stuart Paterson covers the entire waterfront of investigatory mandates and is noted for his extensive cross-border practice, handling claims in Bahrain, Oman and Saudi Arabia as well as Asia and North Africa. Janine Mallis is also noted. Benjamin Hopps left the firm in early 2024.