CMS

CMS is an international law firm and an organisation of independent law firms providing legal and tax advisory services across jurisdictions. The firm has offices in over 50 countries and employs more than 7,200 lawyers worldwide, combining local market knowledge with a global perspective.

Practice areas span Antitrust & Competition, Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution, Employment, Intellectual Property, Real Estate, Tax and ESG advisory work. Sector experience covers Energy & Climate Change, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Financial Institutions, Technology Media & Communications, Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure & Projects, Consumer Products, and Hotels & Leisure.

The firm applies legal technology and machine learning to the analysis of contracts and other legal documents, and states a commitment to innovation in legal service delivery. CMS describes itself as a "Future Facing" organisation, positioning its work around advice intended to help clients adapt to changing markets.