CMS’ London commercial team advises on a broad spectrum of matters, including supply arrangements, outsourcing, manufacturing and procurement contracts, as well as distribution, licensing, franchising and collaboration agreements. The team also has experience with complex multi-jurisdictional partnerships and supplier ecosystems. Sector expertise is a key feature of the practice, with Matthew Bennett, Dominic Dryden, and Sam De Silva driving a retail and logistics practice, working with world-renowned clients. Sam Oustayiannis works in the sport and media sectors, while Ian Stevens is active in the financial services industry. Sarah Hanson is noted for her life sciences and healthcare practice.
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The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

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Matthew Bennett; Dominic Dryden; Sam De Silva; Sam Oustayiannis; Ian Stevens; Sarah Hanson; Suparna Bhattacharjee