Private Clients

In an increasingly international environment, where wealth is often held across multiple jurisdictions, private clients require comprehensive, cross-border solutions to address their needs, both domestically and internationally.

We are one of Monaco’s leading firms in private client matters, with recognised expertise at both local and international level. Alongside this technical excellence, we place particular emphasis on the quality of our client relationships. We understand the sensitive and often deeply personal nature of these matters. Our approach is based on listening, dialogue and empathy, with solutions tailored to the specific circumstances of each client.

With discretion and efficiency, we protect our clients’ interests and guide them through life’s most important moments.

Our Private Client team is led by two Partners and supported by a group of experienced associates, with strong national and international expertise in private law, and the ability to advise on complex matters across multiple jurisdictions.

For many years, we have advised a sophisticated and international client base, reflective of the Principality’s unique profile.

In-depth understanding of wealth and family-related issues

This experience has given us a deep understanding of our clients’ expectations, as well as valuable insight into the challenges they face, whether in relation to wealth structuring, international mobility, succession planning or family law.

Multilingual and multicultural expertise

The strength of our team also lies in its linguistic diversity, with the ability to advise clients in nine different languages: French, English, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Arabic. This breadth of experience enables us to deliver a truly bespoke service, tailored to the legal and cultural specificities of each case, whether in an advisory or contentious context.

A coordinated approach to cross-border matters

In addition, we have developed close relationships with a network of specialized international colleagues. We regularly collaborate with them on cross-border cases involving parallel proceedings in multiple jurisdictions.

Legal 500 EMEA: Private Client - Tier 1

"According to many, CMS is the best firm in Monaco for ultra-high-net-worth private client matters."

"I rate Raphaëlle Svara very highly. She is fantastic to work with, confident, competent and self-assured. I would not hesitate to recommend clients to her."

Chambers & Partners: Private Wealth Law - Band 1

"The CMS team has a very high level of expertise and is also very talented in the area of strategy-making. Very importantly too, they have high availability, flexibility and good human co-operation skills that enable them to work in harmony with teams in other jurisdictions."

"CMS has the commitment and flexibility to adapt to each case. The team is very responsive and has a good understanding of our issues. The lawyers are technical, pragmatic and excellent in strategy."

"Christine Pasquier Ciulla is a cut above the rest. I think she is absolutely excellent at what she does. Her strategic vision is excellent, but she's not afraid to roll up her sleeves and do the hard work."