CMS Luxembourg continues to invest in its Corporate/M&A and Private Equity offering with the arrival of partner Matthieu De Donder
Luxembourg, 1 September 2026 – CMS Luxembourg is pleased to announce that Matthieu De Donder has joined the firm as a Partner in its Corporate/M&A practice.
With more than ten years' experience advising private equity sponsors, institutional investors, family offices and corporate groups on Luxembourg and cross-border transactions, Matthieu has developed particular experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, corporate governance, restructurings and investment platform structures.
Prior to joining CMS, Matthieu was a Partner at Molitor Avocats and previously practised with leading international law firms, including A&O Shearman and Linklaters.
Vivian Walry, Managing Partner of CMS Luxembourg, commented:
We are delighted to welcome Matthieu to CMS. Beyond his strong technical expertise and experience, what impressed us most is his approach to client relationships and his collaborative mindset. He is a great fit for our team and for the way we work with clients. We are excited about what we can build together and look forward to supporting our clients alongside Matthieu as we continue to develop our Corporate/M&A and Private Equity practice.
Vivian Walry
Matthieu De Donder added:
What attracted me to CMS was not only the strength of the platform and the ambition for the Luxembourg practice, but also the people and the collaborative culture behind it. I am delighted to be joining the firm and look forward to working with my new colleagues, in Luxembourg and internationally, to advise clients on their strategic transactions and contribute to the continued growth of the practice
Matthieu De Donder
Matthieu's appointment reflects CMS's continued investment in its Corporate/M&A and Private Equity offering in Luxembourg. Working closely with the firm's established teams across Corporate/M&A, Funds, Banking & Finance, Tax, Dispute Resolution and Employment, he will further enhance the integrated support available to investors and businesses operating in Luxembourg and internationally. The appointment reinforces CMS Luxembourg's commitment to combining deep sector expertise, collaborative multidisciplinary teams and trusted client relationships to support clients throughout the full investment lifecycle.
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