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Whether you are a large listed company or a disruptive early stage start-up, planning a merger or thinking about funding options – our experts will offer you the right mix of legal and commercial advice. 

Our lawyers think and act beyond their traditional role and seek to add value to secure you the competitive edge in an ever-changing business environment. We understand the need for bespoke solutions to ensure that deals are closed quickly, efficiently and successfully. 

As a leading M&A firm with an international reach, our coverage extends to more than 1,000 corporate lawyers in over 72 locations worldwide who can assist in all aspects of corporate law and M&A, both domestically and internationally. 

We have particular experience advising on international M&A involving multiple jurisdictions, legal frameworks and regulatory landscapes. We also advise frequently on joint ventures, restructurings, and other corporate advisory issues.


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06/02/2024
Employment issues in M&A transactions in Singapore
A. Share Deal I. Obligations of the purchaser 1. Check whether: Whether any special arrangements or employment terms exist between the company involved and its employees relating to a ‘change of ownership’...
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15/11/2023
CMS expands Singapore Corporate practice with partner appointment
International law firm CMS has expanded its Corporate practice in Singapore with the appointment of Gerald Licnachan as Partner. Gerald joins from Reed Smith. Gerald advises on a broad range of corporate...
13/10/2022
Law and regulation of private placement of common stock in Singapore
1. Prospectus requirement Where a person as principal, in relation to offers of securities or securities-based derivatives contracts:makes (either personally or by an agent) an offer to any person in...
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23/08/2022
Restructuring and insolvency law in Singapore
1. What is the primary legislation governing insolvency and restructuring proceedings in your jurisdiction? Currently, Singapore’s corporate insolvency and restructuring legislative framework is mainly...
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01/06/2022
CMS Next
What’s next? In a world of ever-ac­cel­er­at­ing change, staying ahead of the curve and knowing what’s next for your business or sector is essential. At CMS, we see ourselves not only as your legal advisers but also as your business partners. We work together with you to not only resolve current issues but to anticipate future challenges and innovate to meet them. With our latest publication, CMS Next, our experts will regularly offer you insights into and fresh perspectives on a range of issues that businesses have to deal with – from ESG agendas to restructuring after the pandemic or facing the digital transformation. We will also share with you more about the work that we are doing for our clients, helping them innovate, grow and mitigate risk. To be able to provide you with the best support, we immerse ourselves in your world to understand your legal needs and challenges. However, it is equally important that you know who we are and how we can work with you. So, we invite you to meet our experts and catch a glimpse of what is happening inside CMS. Enjoy reading this publication, which we will update regularly with new content. CMS Executive Team
16/12/2021
Legal guide for company directors and CEOs in Singapore
ESG obligation for Directors and CEOs 1. Do existing directors’ duties contain obligations that apply to matters that could be categorised as an ESG consideration, e.g. the environment, employee welfare? ...
18/11/2020
CMS Singapore further boosts corporate practice with new partner appointment
International law firm CMS is delighted to announce the appointment of Babita Ambekar as a Corporate partner based in the firm’s Singapore office. Babita joins from DWF where she was a partner and Global...
18/11/2020
Singapore introduces Simplified Insolvency Programme for micro and small...
This article is produced by CMS Holborn Asia, a Formal Law Alliance between CMS Singapore and Holborn Law LLC. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been severe for many businesses, with micro and small...
31/08/2020
Stabilisation and restructuring law in Singapore
1. Which financial (not tax or labour) short-term compensation schemes for immediate losses due to social distancing measures have been implemented? For which industries/sizes of business? As of 26 March...
27/08/2020
Advising the Board on Joint Venture Governance Risk
Welcome to our publication on Advising the Board on Joint Venture Governance Risk. The number of insolvencies in Singapore is expected to increase in this unprecedented global economic downturn brought...
19/05/2020
Lodgement of Register of Registrable Controllers information on ACRA deferred...
This article is produced by CMS Holborn Asia, a Formal Law Alliance between CMS Singapore and Holborn Law LLC. Since 2017, all Singa­pore-in­cor­por­ated companies and foreign companies which have established...
12/05/2020
Advising the Board on Insolvency Risk in Singapore
This article is produced by CMS Holborn Asia, a Formal Law Alliance between CMS Singapore and Holborn Law LLC. Impact of COVID-19 on corporate failures and directors’ conduct Given the uncertainties...