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CMS Prism – in association with CMS

Corporate/Commercial

Global Guide 2026 : Mauritius


CMS Prism – in association with CMS

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About

Provided by CMS Prism – in association with CMS

CMS Prism in association with CMS (“CMS Prism”), , is a boutique business law firm in Mauritius, founded in 2019 by dual qualified (England & Wales and Mauritius) former magic circle lawyer Johanne Hague.


CMS Prism's clients benefit from the expertise of a team that integrates corporate and finance law specialists, delivering a unique and highly effective blend of legal acumen.

The team provides comprehensive advice and transactional support across a wide array of areas, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, structured financing, corporate restructuring, and joint ventures. The corporate department’s holistic and commercially-savvy approach ensures that clients receive focused, solution-oriented guidance, driving them towards successful outcomes in complex transactions.

The clients served include HNWIs, SMEs, financial and banking institutions, large multinational corporations, investment managers and industry leaders, both domestically and internationally.

The team has successfully been involved in high-profile deals, including cross-border transactions, regulatory advisory, and complex corporate restructuring.

Industries (7)

  • Financial services
  • Energy
  • Banking
  • Virtual assets
  • Insolvency
  • Investment funds
  • Fintech

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Mauritius

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

CMS Prism – in association with CMS is sought after by investment funds, multinational corporations and DFIs. The law firm provides assistance with regulatory compliance across various jurisdictions, as well as M&A and corporate structuring.

Work Highlights

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  • CMS Prism – in association with CMS assisted Trivos Film and Media with the acquisition of shares in CAPE Media.

Strengths

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  • Prism Chambers has the ability to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • The team is made up of highly skilled professionals with deep expertise in their respective fields, ensuring precise and strategic legal advice tailored to clients' needs.

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  • It is a well-diversified team, with a special focus on the financial services industry.

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  • The lawyers are in touch with recent developments affecting transactions in their market.

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  • We are very satisfied with responses and also the amount of research done when required to come up with the right strategy.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Johanne Hague
    Band 3Johanne Hague

    Johanne Hague

    Johanne Hague is a highly skilled tax practitioner who uses her specialised knowledge in the space to represent clients before the tax tribunal and to advise on the tax aspects of transactions. She is equally skilled at restructuring and corporate mandates, including M&A matters and the establishment of companies in Mauritius.

    • Johanne Hague is a leader in the legal field, with vast experience in both transactional and litigation disputes, especially when it comes to tax matters.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
    • Johanne has been an outstanding support for us and continues to deliver on the quality, swiftness and value.

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    • Johanne is very reachable and readily available to discuss urgent matters.

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  • Up and ComingAshwin Mudhoo
    Up and ComingAshwin Mudhoo

    Ashwin Mudhoo

    Ashwin Mudhoo boasts expertise in a number of corporate matters, on a national and international level. He assists with acquisitions and restructuring matters.

    • Ashwin is good on complex issues. He is an outside-the-box thinker and brings well-thought-out solutions to the table.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
    • Ashwin Mudhoo is an excellent and responsive lawyer.

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    • Ashwin is a well-rounded corporate lawyer, with vast experience in the financial services industry. He understands and dissects complex legal issues, and generally comes up with creative solutions.

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    • Ashwin is a very committed person. He upholds the highest ethical and compliance standards.

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Ranked Individuals at CMS Prism – in association with CMS (2)

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