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CMS

Media & Entertainment

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Law firm specialised in Media - CMS in the UK

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Media & Entertainment - Scotland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
CMS is a global firm with a broad media and entertainment practice, and its Scottish team works in all media, with strong suits in sports and events sponsorship, and film and TV. The firm offers expertise to clients including broadcasters, film studios, global consumer brands and sporting bodies.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television on the application of the new UK subsidy control regime. The firm provided detailed and strategic analysis on funding.

Strengths

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  • The team are very knowledgeable and approachable. They offer a lot of value-add beyond instructed work in terms of webinars and so on.

    Media & Entertainment respondentUK

  • We found CMS to be approachable and willing to help, and they provided us with expert advice and guidance.

    Media & Entertainment respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Neeraj Thomas
    Neeraj Thomas

    Neeraj Thomas

    Neeraj Thomas leads CMS's Scottish IP litigation practice. His clients include broadcasters, film studios and production companies.

    • Neeraj's knowledge is always impressive, and he delivers advice in a way that is understated and practical. He's an excellent lawyer who has a fantastic manner and an engaging presentation style.

      Media & Entertainment respondentUK
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