Macfarlanes attributes top-tier ranking to client-centred culture
With international commerce continuing to break down traditional boundaries, the need for multijurisdictional legal service providers with particular expertise in English common law is increasing. Backed by almost 140 years of excellence and a distinct client-centred culture, independent British law firm Macfarlanes is thriving in this global setting.
With international commerce continuing to break down traditional boundaries, the need for multijurisdictional legal service providers with particular expertise in English common law is increasing. Backed by almost 140 years of excellence and a distinct client-centred culture, independent British law firm Macfarlanes is thriving in this global setting.
"We spend a lot of time on the clients' side of the table," says Julian Howard, managing partner. "The degree of focus, flexibility and customer-centrism that Macfarlanes provides is simply not possible with larger law firms."
Listed as one of the top 20 most innovative law firms in Europe by the Financial Times, Macfarlanes has earned the trust of some of the world's most successful businesses and leaders.
The firm advises on a wide range of legal issues, spanning corporate and commercial matters to private affairs.
Operating through tight-knit and cohesive partner-led teams, Macfarlanes delivers the highest level of service and partner involvement while providing value for money to discerning clients.
Macfarlanes, comprising 80 partners and more than 180 solicitors, is domiciled in London, but its practice is mainly international. By working with a global network of independent firms and lawyers with region-specific expertise, the firm provides seamless service to its clients wherever they are in the world.
"Macfarlanes is known for its top-calibre corporate legal service and its world-class private practice," Howard says.
This combination of strengths allows the firm to best serve clients in Asia, where many wealthy families have major shareholdings in large corporations. Aided by a Mandarin-speaking team, Macfarlanes is expanding its practice in the region and further growing its roster of clients. "We see huge opportunities in Asia, particularly China," Howard says. "We seek to create a solid profile in the region for organisations to appreciate the real value of what we offer."
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