CMS is one of the most sought-after addresses for environmental and planning advice and assists with major infrastructure, grid expansion and pipelines projects. In addition to LNG terminals, the team advises across the renewable energy sector and on matters pertaining to offshore wind and hydrogen. It hereby focuses on regulatory issues, emission control, water law, building planning and waste law issues as well as approval and planning approval procedures. Christian Scherer, who is experienced in procurement and infrastructure projects, jointly heads the team with Ursula Steinkemper, who specialises in approval and planning approval proceedings. They are supported by Christiane Kappes (nature and species protection law) and Fritz von Hammerstein, who is experienced in mining law and took on an of counsel position in summer 2024.
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'Very cooperative collaboration, practical and solution-oriented. From the client's perspective, the atmosphere in the team seems to be very good and collegial, with equal involvement of younger colleagues, which overall makes for a very pleasant atmosphere. The content is always of a high standard and can usually be applied immediately.'
'All inquiries from various legal areas are processed within a short period of time and of high quality. Even unknown complex issues are dealt with quickly and, beyond purely legal aspects, its strategic advice is targeted and of high quality.'
'We have been working closely with Christiane Kappes, Neele Ann Christiansen and Sebastian Belz for several years. Over time, a strong relationship of trust has developed, which promotes collaboration. All three are aware of the challenges of our work, are flexible in terms of time and always deliver results at the highest professional level.'
'As a full-service law firm with very fast response times, the CMS team is very much at the service of even a "small" client. A partner acts as a central point of contact and coordinates all inquiries - even those that lie outside his own area of expertise. A suitable specialist lawyer is immediately assigned to each legal area and followed up to see whether the client is being assisted appropriately. Results/solutions/texts are delivered quickly and in high quality and well explained.'
'Fritz von Hammerstein: Extremely profound knowledge of mining law, planning approval, environmental law.'
'Sebastian Belz: In-depth knowledge, quick response to inquiries.'
'Neele Ann Christiansen handled projects very confidently, at a very high level with regards to content and often under extreme time pressure. The collaboration was extremely pleasant and on equal footing. The quick access to a practical solution and intensive, cooperative discussions on legal topics are still remarkable. Broad experience in environmental and planning law on large projects.'
'Strong team in environmental and planning law, in which women do not (have to) leave after just a few years, but instead become partners. A unique selling point in the comparable law firm landscape.'
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Die Anwält*innen an der Spitze ihres Berufsstands, die aufgrund ihres langjährigen Engagements in marktführender Arbeit von Wettbewerbern und Mandanten gleichermaßen geschätzt und anerkannt werden.
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Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Christiane Kappes
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Christiane Kappes; Fritz von Hammerstein; Neele Ann Christiansen; Sebastian Belz