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CMS

Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


CMS

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Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

CMS is regularly engaged for its strength in venture capital and growth investment work, where it acts for a number of specialist investors and start-ups operating in IP-intensive industries, including life sciences and technology.

Work Highlights

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  • CMS represented Addition Three on its USD37 million Series B investment into PQ Shield, a defence technology business.

Strengths

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  • The firm has the ability to provide concise, direct and commercial advice on queries. It is also excellent at simplifying complex areas and providing sound advice on the options.

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  • They provide pragmatic and confident counsel. When specialist partners are brought in to advise on things like tax, they are also exceptional.

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  • They have good negotiation sills and very fast turnaround times. They are very good at listening and understanding the objectives of the customer, which makes the process very smooth.

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  • They work exceptionally hard, genuinely care about us as a client and they push for what's right and fair. They definitely have a good handle on what's market and what's not.

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  • The team has a great deal of experience, which allows it to easily and efficiently handle the rote part of early stage venture transactions and highlight the few areas that require time and attention.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3John Finnemore
    Band 3John Finnemore

    John Finnemore

    John Finnemore is an experienced venture capital specialist who is active on behalf of investors and emerging companies. His expertise ranges from seed and early-stage fundraisings to M&A and other exit transactions.
    • John is an excellent commercially aware problem solver. He is highly recommended for entrepreneurs and founders.

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    • John is a very good practitioner.

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  • Band 4Tom Jameson
    Band 4Tom Jameson

    Tom Jameson

    Tom Jameson is a well-regarded corporate partner with notable experience in the technology space. He is recognised for his expertise on venture capital matters and is able to advise on growth capital, venture capital and private equity investments.

    • Tom is an exceptional lawyer who is commercial and pragmatic. He is extremely dedicated to his clients and provides confident and wise counsel.

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    • Tom is very sensible, commercially strong and is fully up to speed on deals.

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    • Tom is a great partner to work with.

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Ranked Individuals at CMS (2)

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    John Finnemore

    Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

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    Tom Jameson

    Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

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