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The team at CMS is well known for ‘its ability to navigate the complex landscape of financial regulations swiftly and professionally’. The group acts for insurers, fintech companies and BNPL providers on a wide range of matters, and has a solid track record in handling blockchain and cryptocurrency work. Tessa Penninks has extensive experience in assisting with insurtech and lending cases; she co-heads the department with the ‘exceptional’ Clair Wermers. Other key practitioners include Laurens Pronk, who regularly advises domestic and international financial institutions on work, and Karsten Bruinsma, who has ’profound expertise in Dutch legislation and fintech-specific regulations‘.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at CMS Amsterdam stands out for their collaborative approach in helping us create a comprehensive roadmap that outlines how token finance impacts businesses. As a front-runner in this field, CMS is invaluable to the mission of our foundation and the broader advancement of tokenization.’
‘Clair Wermers has demonstrated outstanding commitment. Her practical approach, combined with her deep expertise in these areas, makes her an invaluable asset to companies seeking guidance on tokenization. With Clair on your team, success is guaranteed.’
Key clients
- Lemonade
- Klarna
Work highlights
- Advised Lemonade on the implementation of the EU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
- Advised the Dutch Blockchain Coalition on the Dutch regulatory aspects regarding Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAO).