Open navigation
Search
Search

Select your region

Private Equity

Latest

  • CMS Portugal recognised in 18 practice areas by Legal 500 in 2026
    25 Mar 2026 2 min read

Private equity investors face daily challenges, including fundraising, origination, valuation, execution, performance, exit strategies and regulation. Traditional tools of private equity for generating performance continue to reap rewards but this maturing industry also needs to recognise the need to innovate and improve value creation.

The challenges increase when the legal framework of credit and financial institutions evolves at a different time of reality, and the task of finding solutions that reconcile cultural differences, diverging business climates, and legal frameworks is often complex. The ability to negotiate and establish partnerships are critical factors for the success of many operations.

Whatever your opportunities or challenges may be, our team is specially designed to understand your business needs and provide crucial advice in each transaction.

We can help you shape your strategy, manage risks and make the most of business opportunities in these areas:

  • Incorporation of Funds
  • Processes of Fund Raising
  • Processes of Companies’ Acquisition, Sale and Restructuring
  • Acquisitions Finance
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Day-to-day assistance in the management of investment portfolios

We have an in-depth knowledge of how corporate M&A law applies in practice across different markets and with cross-disciplinary teams, we work to provide advice close to our clients’ needs.

Private Equity Insights

CMS Portugal recognised in 18 practice areas by Legal 500 in 2026

25 Mar 2026 2 min read

Beyond disclosure: how the EU Pay Transparency Directive will reshape employer obligations

17 Sep 2025 6 min read

European Commission proposes GDPR simplification for small mid-cap enterprises

28 May 2025 3 min read

EDPB Opinion 28/2024: key takeaways on processing personal data in the context of AI models

20 Dec 2024 4 min read

EU’s final ITS version extends the scope of ICT services subject to DORA

12 Dec 2024 5 min read

Back in Gear: CMS European M&A Outlook 2025

12 Sep 2024 3 min read

CMS European Private Equity Study 2024

15 Jul 2024 2 min read

On your radar | Key employment issues to be aware of internationally

29 Apr 2024 3 min read

Events

  • Portugal
    08 Apr 2026

    CMS at Fordham IP & Policy Conference

  • Portugal
    16 Apr 2026

    Green claims in focus

  • Portugal
    21 Apr 2026

    On the Pulse webinar series 2026 - Spring/Summer

  • Portugal
    28 Apr 2026

    IP Insights webinar series 2026

  • Portugal
    02 May 2026

    CMS at INTA 2026

  • Portugal
    05 May 2026

    Joint seminar with CMS and Tannenbaum Helpern - A global perspective on securing, maintaining, and enforcing...

  • Portugal
    28 May 2026

    CMS International Crypto Forum 2026

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.

About CMS
People across CMS Find a Lawyer
10,000+ Staff
7,200+ Lawyers
Locations across CMS Find an office
50+ Countries
90+ Offices
22 Member firms
Back to top Back to top