CMS
Mitglied von World Law Group
Praised as a ‘go-to law firm for complex work’, CMS advises investors, corporates and shareholders on the full range of corporate transactions, including M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and public company mandates. The firm is especially active in the energy, real estate, financial services, and TMT sectors, with significant cross-border capabilities and a considerable US securities offering based in Edinburgh. Jack Letson leads the team and draws on a broad skillset to advise an extensive roster of public and private company clients, while Helen Gillies is active on Scottish, UK and overseas acquisitions, disposals and impact investments. Bruce Harvie has a solid track record acting on deals in the financial services and fintech sectors, and Kate Darracott is lauded as one of the ’best US Securities lawyers‘ in the market. Robbie Somerville provides further cross-border capabilities. Callum Swanson joined from DLA Piper in January 2025.
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Anwält*innen
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Praxisleitung
Jack Letson
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Helen Gillies; Bruce Harvie; Kate Darracott; Robbie Somerville; Callum Swanson; Corrin Miller