Herbert Smith Freehills’ top partner pay increased by 15% in the last financial year, while Dentons UK and Middle East arm’s profits recovered after its previous poor performance, accounts for both firms show.

The highest paid partner at HSF took home £1.9 million during the financial year ending 30 April 2021, up from £1.6 million in the previous year, according to its latest limited liability partnership accounts posted on Companies House.