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Law firm specialised in Technology - CMS in the UK

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Information Technology & Outsourcing - London (Firms)

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

CMS is particularly well regarded for work in the heavily regulated sectors of life sciences, healthcare, financial services and utilities, advising on matters such as software liability, big data and cloud hosting. The firm acts for sizeable global IT providers in addition to a range of substantial IT consumers. It is frequently instructed on high-value disputes. CMS has significant international reach enables comprehensive support on transformational projects for multinational businesses.

Work Highlights

  • CMS assisted Equipped AI, a global analytical intelligence and software company, in the setting up and design of its commercial model.

Strengths

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The team provides well-informed and practical advice.

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CMS has a strong bench of engaged partners, who are fast, high quality and genuinely invested in getting the best outcome - not just legally, but across the deal as a whole.

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CMS has an in-depth understanding of our operating environment and the ability to cover details and the big picture with their attention to detail. They communicate clearly.

Information Technology & Outsourcing respondent
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CMS gives prompt responses and quality work product.

Information Technology & Outsourcing respondent
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CMS have a good range of subject matter experts with detailed technical knowledge who always seem to be able to turnaround a variety of complex matters with simplicity.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ian Stevens
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Ian Stevens
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Band 2
Ian Stevens leads the firm's fintech group and is well known for his customer-focused work in regulated sectors such as utilities and financial services. He advises clients on outsourcing arrangements for infrastructure and IT services.

Ian is a very strong lawyer.

Ian is an exceptional person to have on your side as a client. He is able to work with the other side in a goal-oriented way.

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Dominic Dryden
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Dominic Dryden
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Band 4
Dominic Dryden is an experienced technology outsourcing lawyer. He assists prominent consumer-facing companies with IT and business process outsourcing.

Dominic is excellent. He always gives pragmatic advice and has a good view of the market.

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Sam De Silva
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Sam De Silva
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Band 4
Sam De Silva advises on cloud models of all kinds and associated cybersecurity and data protection provisions. Recent work includes payments solution procurement for retailers and financial institutions, and advice on the provision of data analysis software for the health sector.

Sam’s ability to understand our business needs, combined with his deep knowledge of the law, made him an invaluable partner. His proactive approach ensured that we were always informed.

Sam is always responsive and also proactive in anticipating our business needs and risks.

Sam offers a standout service. He provides a thorough analysis of all the elements in a clear and understandable way.

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Matthew Bennett
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Matthew Bennett
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Band 5
Matthew Bennett focuses his practice on tech outsourcing transactions. He is recognised for his customer-side work for household-name clients.

Matthew is an outstanding lawyer.

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Information Technology & Outsourcing
Ian Stevens
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Ian Stevens
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Dominic Dryden
4
Dominic Dryden
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Band 4
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Sam De Silva
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Sam De Silva
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Band 4
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Matthew Bennett
5
Matthew Bennett
5
Band 5
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