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Law firm specialised in Infrastructure & Projects - CMS in the UK

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Infrastructure: PFI/PPP - UK-wide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

CMS fields a multi-talented team with strong credentials in a range of secondary market transactions, with particular strength in PFI/PPP investments and disposals. The team regularly deals with transactions in the energy, transport and telecommunications sectors. The firm is adept at handling complex cross-border transactions. CMS represents a client base which includes banks, pension funds and investment management groups.

Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Scottish Water in the lead up to the expiry of its Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure PFI contract, and on issues relating to taking back the assets into public ownership.

  • CMS advised DIF Capital Partners on the acquisition of a 100% stake in Ottoway Portfolio Holdings, a company that owns and operates a portfolio of eight student accommodation assets in various UK cities.

Strengths

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The partners at CMS bring a wealth of experience across several disciplines to provide an holistic approach to complex problem solving in major disputes.

Infrastructure: PFI/PPP respondent
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The CMS team is first class. The bring everything together and provide strategic direction and invaluable support. The team is user-friendly and technically excellent.

Infrastructure: PFI/PPP respondent
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The partners at CMS have strong backgrounds and the ability to communicate technical legal issues in a simplistic manner. The team goes the extra mile to meet clients timelines.

Infrastructure: PFI/PPP respondent
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CMS is a full-service law firm with understanding in both construction and property risk. The team is able to be commercial and take a holistic approach.

Infrastructure: PFI/PPP respondent
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The CMS team have good industry knowledge within waste and energy matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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Charles Currier
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Charles Currier
2
Band 2

Charles Currier is well regarded for acting on M&A infrastructure transactions, particularly for clients in the power and renewable energy sectors. His recent work includes advising on the acquisition and disposal of solar and wind farm assets.

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