Supporting businesses in a changing landscape
As legal advisers and business partners, we adapt to help our clients succeed amidst Scotland's economic challenges and broader global economic uncertainty. We focus on mitigating risk and harnessing innovation to seize opportunities.
Our lawyers in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow are deeply rooted in their local markets, backed by the resources of a global organisation. With over 500 people in Scotland, we are committed to the region.
We serve a diverse range of Scottish businesses, including start-ups, government bodies, manufacturers, and investors, as well as global organisations. Clients value our ability to assemble the right teams, drawing from over 5,000 lawyers in 40+ countries.
Building a sustainable future
At CMS, we are committed to running our business ethically and sustainably. We set Science Based Targets in 2020 and aim to reduce emissions by 30% by 2025 and 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, with our Scottish offices powered by 100% renewable energy. We are committed to being Net Zero by 2050.
ESG factors are now a strategic priority. We support our clients, from multinationals to start-ups, in navigating the evolving legal and regulatory landscape.
Committed to our people and communities
Our business is about people. We foster a culture of authenticity and inclusivity. Our Responsible Business commitment drives us to inspire, impact, and support our clients, people, and communities. In Scotland, our initiatives include:
- advancing social mobility through education programmes like CMS Connect Work Experience and CMS Law Scholarships
- providing pro bono legal advice to charities
- offering grants via the CMS Social Impact Fund
Our work is guided by the UN Global Goals and our commitment to the UN Global Compact.
Scotland at a glance
CMS Scotland: Working with you, here and globally
CMS Scotland is focused on supporting clients through these challenging times, helping ensure their businesses will continue to prosper and secure new opportunities in a rapidly changing environment. As legal advisers and business partners, we are committed to helping clients mitigate risk, benefit from innovation, and find new ways to succeed.
Find out how CMS in Scotland can help your business by contacting us now
We are proud of our consistent top tier rankings in our key specialisms such as Corporate/Commercial/M&A, Banking & Finance, Real Estate, IP/IT, Telecoms, Energy/Power/Oil & Gas, Dispute Resolution, Life Sciences/Healthcare, Infrastructure/Projects, Public Sector, Education, Hospitality & Tourism and Transport.
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Local market knowledge. Global outlook
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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