A great place to grow and work (Principal Associate) - Principal Associate Freshfields Employee Review

5.0
Jun 25, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- ranked top tier in most fields in Germany and throughout Europe / great international brand recognition - the most interesting and most prominent mandates in the market - partners give associates responsibilty from the start, client contact from day one, no "back office" job at all - the best partners in the market, great network, great opportunities to learn from the best and grow - firm places high value on great work products - great work environment, a good combination of the best and the friendliest associates - very flexible regarding location (easy to work from home and/or switch offices - but long hours; see below) - competitive salaries in Germany

Cons

- long and unpredictable partner track (8years+) - workload (but very flexible regarding location)

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5.0
Oct 16, 2025
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Recommend
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Pros

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

Cons

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2.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
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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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