Headquartered at Cannon Place, 78 Cannon Street, London, EC4N 6AF, CMS UK has a rich heritage in the City of London dating back to 1779. Through a series of strategic mergers—including the landmark 2017 combination with Nabarro and Olswang—the firm has evolved into one of the UK’s largest and most respected law firms.

As part of the global CMS network, which comprises 18 independent member firms and more than 80 offices worldwide, CMS UK contributes to one of the largest legal networks in the world. The firm maintains a strong presence across the UK, with offices in London, Aberdeen, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Reading, and Sheffield.

CMS UK delivers a comprehensive range of legal services, with standout expertise in real estate, corporate/M&A, energy and infrastructure, construction, and media and entertainment law. Its client base is diverse, spanning major corporations, financial institutions, government entities, and innovative startups, all benefiting from the firm’s sector-focused and pragmatic legal advice.

With over 1,250 partners and more than 5,800 lawyers globally, CMS UK is recognized for its client-first philosophy, commitment to innovation, and deep industry knowledge. The firm is led by Senior Partner Charles Currier and Managing Partner Stephen Millar, and is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority of England and Wales.

London
Charles Currier
Chair of the Board for CMS UK and its international offices
charles.currier@cms-cmno.com
Tel: +44 20 7367 2736
Mobile: +44 7958 698269

Stephen Miller
Managing Partner
stephen.millar@cms-cmno.com
Tel:+44 20 7367 3078
Mobile: +44 7747 630273

UAE
James Abbott
Managing Partner
james.abbott@cms-cmno.com
+971 4 374 2851

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Mohammed Aldowish
Partner
mohammed.aldowish@cms-cmno.com
+966 11 488 6739