CMS is an international law firm with presence in about 84 offices in more than 47 countries across the globe. CMS has a strong presence in Europe. The Luxembourg office was established in 2011. The Luxembourg team is being led by managing partner Vivian Walry and supported by well-seasoned lawyers such as Gérard Maîtrejean and Julia Bruzzese.  The firm’s Luxembourg office was established in 2008. The firm has acquired a solid reputation for Banking, Investment funds, and M&A.  

Highlights 

In Banking the firm advised Three Seas Initiative Investment Fund on a $300 million financing provided by the United States International Development Finance Corporation. 

In M&A the firm recently advised DL Invest on the €55.5 million acquisition by Emira Property of DL Invest. 

The firm also advised Amethis Europe Expansion fund on the acquisition of stakes in Hoche Partners Corporate Services. 

Key clients 

Aviva Investors, Arcano Partners, Golding Capital, Macquarie Capital, and UBS. 

Testimonials 

2022/2023

"They are quick to respond and always willing to help. As we are a start-up, the firm has aided us not only in specific projects but also by one-on-one conversations on the best route, more as a friendly chat than formal." - Financial services regulatory Client 

"Very good work, even complex topics are solved brilliantly, fast delivery." - Investment funds Client 

"Pragmatism. Flexibility. Professionalism. Reactivity. Reliability." - Private equity Client 

"He makes time to discuss our projects before executing any formal work in order to have a good understanding and maintain reasonable costs, as we are a start-up in an innovative space." - Aurélien Hollard  

"He has very strong knowledge and he is very proactive, which is clearly appreciated." - Gérard Maitrejean 

"Very good work, fast delivery." - Stéphane Boutoundou