Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
Europe Guide 2024 : UK
Band 1
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CMS boasts a high-quality practice housing a substantial pool of corporate specialists. It is routinely engaged by leading names in the energy, infrastructure and technology fields to advise on mid-market transactions, with additional sector focus on media and financial services deals. CMS has an extensive global footprint that includes particular strength in the CEE region.
Work Highlights
- CMS advised Blue Prism on a recommended cash offer made for the company by SS&C Technologies valuing Blue Prism at £1.2 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"CMS houses a significant and diverse team of experienced legal advisers."
"They have a wealth of experience and know-how."
"CMS provides timely responsiveness, and quality input and support."
"CMS houses a significant and diverse team of experienced legal advisers."
"They have a wealth of experience and know-how."
"CMS provides timely responsiveness, and quality input and support."
Notable Practitioners
Simon Morgan is able to draw on deep experience when assisting clients in sophisticated corporate transactions. He acts for a diverse client base and is well versed in deals in the technology, life sciences and technology sectors, among others.
"Simon provides me and the board with strong, direct and reassuring advice."
Louise Wallace operates a broad corporate practice with strength across M&A, joint ventures and private equity. She is particularly prominent in deals occurring in the consumer products and hotels and leisure sectors.
"Louise is strong to very strong on all counts."
"She is the best for the hospitality industry."
"She is great, and very, very sensible."
Charles Currier co-heads the corporate department, and is especially knowledgeable of M&A in the context of the energy and infrastructure sectors. He represents companies and investment funds.
"He's very pragmatic."
"He has excellent clients and is a fantastic lawyer."
"He's a class act and it's always pleasant to speak with him."