CMS
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CMS maintains a strong market position, with matters stemming from the infrastructure and energy sectors increasingly forming part of the firm’s workload. Practice head Christiane Kappes‘ specialisation in environmental and planning law draws significant focus on infrastructure, as well as the mining and energy sector; she leads the team jointly with Neele Christiansen and Ursula Steinkemper. The firm’s long-standing experience in representing transmission system operating companies has led them to undertake a large number of significant projects that include planning approval procedures and court proceedings. Fritz von Hammerstein retired in 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘High expertise paired with creativity, always on the lookout for practical solutions to unique challenges.’
- ‘We have worked with Christiane Kappes, Neele Christiansen and Sebastian Belz for many years. It is refreshing to work with young and especially female partners who are highly qualified, service-oriented and personally approachable. We value their expertise, critical thinking and positive tone they use with their clients.’
Key clients
- 50Hertz Transmission GmbH (50Hertz)
- GASCADE Gastransport GmbH/AquaDuctus Pipeline GmbH
Work highlights
Advised 50Hertz on environmental and planning law in relation to the cross-border Bornholm Energy Island project, including public law advice on the German permitting procedure for the 3 GW offshore wind hub connecting Germany and Denmark under a bilateral intergovernmental agreement.