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  • EU AI Act Developments: Key Political Agreement on the Digital Omnibus on AI, Implementation Timeline and Transparency Consultation
    13 May 2026 4 min read
  • Focusing on you
    01 Apr 2026 3 min read
  • Unauthorised Transactions and Immediate Refunds: Key Takeaways from Advocate General Rantos' Opinion in C-70/25 ECJ Case
    20 Mar 2026 6 min read
  • FATF warnings on risks of cyber enabled fraud – how to tackle those risks while relying on existing tools?
    10 Mar 2026 3 min read
The CMS Banking & Finance practice is one of Europe’s largest and provides local and pan-European expertise in the full spectrum of banking, finance, regulatory and capital markets law.

We ensure our services are ahead of market trends, anticipating the challenging environment of your business.

A tailored commercial approach is key. We want your business to thrive.

Whether you are a bank or a corporation, a financial service provider or an entity confronted with regulation, an investment fund or public entity, our priority is resolving your challenges and putting your world first.

Our network consists of over 500 banking and finance lawyers who have proven their pan-European skills in working together for more than one decade.

Whether you seek deep-rooted local advice or multi-jurisdictional expertise, our teams will advise you seamlessly. We select and tailor the teams that will best fit with the scope of your matter.

Top level project management goes hand in hand with expertise. Rigor and determination go hand in hand with innovation.

We aim to be one step ahead of market developments, in order to build relationships with you that last.

Awards & Recognitions
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    "CMS effectively aligns its legal advice with our strategic goals and demonstrates awareness of market dynamics impacting our sector. The team's insights are most relevant and practical."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2026
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    "CMS consistently deliver quality advice and show a good understanding of complex legal matters."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2026
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    "CMS are able to present complex topics in a simple way."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2026
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    "We value CMS's pragmatism and responsiveness."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2026
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    "The law firm is characterised by a pragmatic approach and excellent availability."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Legal 500, 2026
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    “CMS' legal attorneys are very nimble and very quick to review, respond and deliver.”
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Global 2025
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    “CMS is very approachable and quick in response. CMS also offers clear and plain answers.”
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Global 2025
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    “They are responsive and find solutions to the difficulties arising in transactions.”
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Global 2025
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    "Always a pleasure to discuss with CMS Belgium regarding specific Belgian law impacting Capital Markets."
    Feedback from a client about the department - Legal 500, 2025
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    "extensive knowledge of financing transactions in Belgium"
    Legal 500, 2025
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    "Extensive experience in startup fundraising, excellent in litigation."
    Feedback from a client about the department - Legal 500, 2025

Banking & Finance Insights

EU AI Act Developments: Key Political Agreement on the Digital Omnibus on AI, Implementation Timeline and Transparency Consultation

13 May 2026 4 min read

Focusing on you

01 Apr 2026 3 min read

Unauthorised Transactions and Immediate Refunds: Key Takeaways from Advocate General Rantos' Opinion in C-70/25 ECJ Case

20 Mar 2026 6 min read

FATF warnings on risks of cyber enabled fraud – how to tackle those risks while relying on existing tools?

10 Mar 2026 3 min read

ISDA and EMTA Publish Revised Definitions for FX Derivatives Market

04 Mar 2026 5 min read

Global cryptoexchange sued by UK regulator for breaching financial promotions rules

11 Feb 2026 7 min read

From political parties to kitchens and concert stages: the legal stakes behind the name “Anders”

23 Jan 2026 4 min read

Triangular Passporting in the European Union

07 Oct 2025 4 min read

Events

  • Belgium
    09 Jun 2026

    UPC Case Law webinar series 2026

  • Belgium
    10 Jun 2026

    Digital Governance Refined - navigating the simplifications of the EU Digital Omnibus

  • Belgium
    30 Jun 2026

    On the Pulse webinar series 2026 - Spring/Summer

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