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Projects: Mainly Domestic

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https://cms.law/en/GBR/global-reach/Europe/United-Kingdom/Expertise/Infrastructure-Projects

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Projects: Mainly Domestic - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

CMS is a distinguished project group with particular expertise in energy projects and PPP social infrastructure and transport developments. The firm draws on an extensive team of noted sector experts, with excellent coverage across the UK. The team acts for clients in both the public and private sectors ranging from local authorities to energy companies. The firm covers the full spectrum of transport infrastructure including rail, road and tunnelling projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised numerous contractors involved in the construction of Sizewell C and Hinkley Point C nuclear power stations.

Strengths

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  • CMS has a depth of knowledge and understanding of the market which is second to none. There is strength in the team at all levels, partner down to associate.

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  • CMS have experience grounded in real asset management with a can-do attitude. It takes skill to understand a complex problem and play it back to stakeholders with simplicity and diplomacy.

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  • They are a knowledgeable team with a commercial outlook. They provide a pragmatic approach to our needs.

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  • Across the board, everyone at CMS is a safe pair of hands and good to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paul Smith
    Paul Smith

    Paul Smith

    Paul Smith is proficient at assisting clients with the financing and development of PFI and PPP projects. His expertise spans accommodation, energy and healthcare developments. He is co-head of the firm's infrastructure and projects group.

    • Paul Smith is excellent - sensible and a very good adviser.

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    • Paul is as cool as a cucumber, no matter what gets thrown his way, and he always gives us a first-class service and top-class advice.

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  • James Snape
    James Snape

    James Snape

    James Snape advises clients on a variety of UK projects matters, with a particular focus on power and waste-to-energy projects. He additionally serves as co-head of the firm's projects department.

    • James is brilliant. His knowledge, experience and industry awareness are fantastic, along with a great solutions-focused and pragmatic approach

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  • Jonathan Dames
    Jonathan Dames

    Jonathan Dames

    Jonathan Dames is noted for his skilful representation of clients in both domestic and international projects transactions. He regularly assists with the development and financing of rail and data centre projects.

    • Jon always gives very clear and concise advice on areas of great complexity. He's very good at boiling things down to the essentials.

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