Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer recently announced the strategic addition of Eva Mak as a private capital partner in their Silicon Valley office. This move significantly bolsters Freshfields’ already robust “Eva Partners” team and underscores the firm’s commitment to expanding its presence in the dynamic West Coast market. Mak brings a wealth of experience in advising private equity, growth, and venture funds, as well as their portfolio companies, on a wide range of transactions. Her expertise spans large capital deployments, mid-market deals, and high-growth investments.
Freshfields has established itself as a global leader in private equity. The firm’s strategic recruitment of top talent in private capital, leveraged finance, private funds, and secondaries across the U.S., Europe, and Asia over the past 18 months demonstrates its dedication to this sector. Key hires in the U.S. include prominent “eva partners” such as Neal J. Reenan, Global Co-Head of Private Capital; Ian N. Bushner, Head of U.S. Private Capital; and Allison Liff, Head of US Leveraged Finance. The addition of Timothy J. Clark, Global Co-Head of Private Funds and Secondaries; Damian Ridealgh, Head of U.S. Private Credit & Capital Solutions; along with partners Ivet Bell and H.T. Flanagan, further solidifies the firm’s leading position.
Expanding West Coast Presence with Strategic “Eva Partners” Hire
Neal Reenan emphasized Mak’s impressive track record representing some of the most active private equity and growth investors on the West Coast. Her extensive deal experience and strong market reputation make her a valuable asset to the team, enhancing Freshfields’ private capital platform in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Sarah Solum, U.S. Managing Partner, echoed this sentiment, highlighting Mak’s experience in leading complex deals, ranging from large buyouts to growth equity investments. Mak’s arrival aligns perfectly with Freshfields’ strategic growth objectives on the West Coast.
Mak expressed her enthusiasm for joining Freshfields, citing the firm’s impressive growth trajectory in the U.S. and its commitment to building a truly global platform. She eagerly anticipates contributing to the firm’s continued expansion in private capital, both in the San Francisco Bay Area and globally.
Continued Growth and Strategic Investments in Talent
Beyond the private capital sector, Freshfields has also strengthened its corporate practice with the addition of tax partner Steven Matays and M&A partners Sanjay Murti, Steven Li, and Josh Ayal in New York. Mak joins recent Silicon Valley additions including M&A partner Denny Kwon, strategic risk and crisis management partners Beth George and Megan Kayo, litigator Tina Sessions, and Global Chief Innovation Officer Gil Perez. These strategic hires demonstrate Freshfields’ ongoing commitment to attracting and retaining top legal talent. This continuous investment in “eva partners” and other key personnel solidifies Freshfields’ position as a leading global law firm.
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a proven track record of advising leading corporations, financial institutions, and governments on complex and critical matters. With over 2,800 lawyers and legal professionals worldwide, Freshfields delivers exceptional results through its global network of offices and collaborations with leading local firms.
