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CMS

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Germany

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Banking & Finance - Germany

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

CMS boasts a full-service team capable of handling the full gamut of financing matters. The team is particularly recommended for acquisition finance, corporate lending and refinancing transactions, and acts for financial institutions and corporates. Additionally, CMS is a frequent choice for clients for cross-border work thanks to its robust international set-up, while its full-service offering ensures that expert advice from related practice groups is provided.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Trading Hub Europe on the bridge financing of the amortisation account for the development of Germany's core hydrogen network through a EUR24 billion loan provided by KfW.

Strengths

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  • The law firm quickly finds practical solutions even in complex legal issues and can implement them in negotiations with commitment.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The CMS team are very competent - all risks are on the lawyers' radar. They are very business-driven.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • CMS offers in-depth knowledge of the underlying markets and the respective requirements of parties involved.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Markus Pfaff
    Markus Pfaff

    Markus Pfaff

    Markus Pfaff is recognised for his experience in corporate and acquisition finance. He acts for PE and corporate borrowers, as well as lenders, and is active on cross-border transactions.

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