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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.

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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
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    "CMS are very reactive and also proactive. The lawyers are also pragmatic and their answers are adapted to our business."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2024
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    "The firm is very responsive."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2024
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    "CMS is a highly qualified team."
    Feedback from a client about the department, Chambers Europe, 2024
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    "The combination of their expertise and speed is what makes us choose CMS. They have the specific knowledge we need. They also keep us well informed in terms of new developments and are a very 'hands on' law firm."
    Feedback from a client about the department - Legal 500, 2024
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    "The firm has a crypto-specialised team with an innovative approach to matters at hand and exceptional client-centric services. "
    Feedback from a client about the department - Legal 500, 2024
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    "The team has a strong foundation in regulatory principles and case law relevant to the crypto market. They are always available to assist and committed to their clients."
    Feedback from a client about the department - Legal 500, 2024

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We provide future-facing legal advice to help your organisation thrive. Combining local market knowledge and a global perspective, and with lawyers in locations worldwide, your organisation benefits from the expertise it needs, even across borders.

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