Global law firm Freshfields has announced the promotion of Singapore-based Rohit Bhat as a new Partner, effective May 1, 2025..Bhat joined Freshfields in 2018 and is a seasoned disputes lawyer specialising in complex commercial and investor-state arbitrations, high-profile investigations, and cross-border litigation throughout the Indo-Pacific region. He also has particular expertise in the technology sector, advising on complex regulatory engagements around the region. Before joining Freshfields, Bhat practiced at the independent bar in India and worked with the Office of the Attorney General for India. He has significant experience advising multinational corporations on their cross-border disputes in India..Thomas Ng, Freshfields’ Asia Regional Managing Partner, commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Rohit to our global partnership. Rohit is an exceptional lawyer. His promotion is a testament to Freshfields’ unwavering commitment to the Asian market. This strategic advancement not only bolsters Freshfields’ presence in Singapore but also aligns with our long-term vision of cultivating a robust and dynamic legal practice across the region.”.Nicholas Lingard, Managing Partner of Freshfields’ Singapore office, commented, “Rohit is an outstanding advocate and strategist, with an impressive breadth of experience across commercial and treaty arbitrations, litigation and investigations. His promotion underscores the strength of our disputes team in Singapore. As a Partner, I know Rohit will continue to deliver for our clients on their most difficult disputes in India and right around the world.”.Arun Balasubramanian, Partner and Freshfields’ India Practice Leader said, “Rohit's promotion to Partner is testament to the depth of our India practice. His deep understanding of the Indian legal landscape and his exceptional ability to navigate complex cross-border disputes have been invaluable to our team. Rohit has consistently demonstrated his expertise and dedication, making significant contributions to our practice and earning the trust and respect of our clients. This promotion not only recognises his outstanding achievements but also reinforces our commitment to providing top-tier legal services for our clients with their most important India-connected deals and disputes.”.Bhat is a 2009 graduate of the Bangalore University and has an MBL from National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. He earned his LL.M. in International Business, Arbitration, and Constitutional Law from Harvard Law School in 2017. Bhat is qualified to practice in India, New York, and England & Wales..If you would like your Deals, Columns, Press Releases to be published on Bar & Bench, please fill in the form available here.
