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CMS has become a recognised force in the labour and employment field. The Singapore office has accumulated significant labour and employment expertise from its ranks, including partners down to associates. It is also noted for its experience in domestic, regional and more international matters; it benefits from being part of an international firm that has a major focus on employment law. The Singapore office now represents a range of multinational and Singapore-based companies on both contentious and non-contentious matters. Lakshanthi Fernando is head of the employment team, which includes Singapore managing partner Toby Grainger, who is known for his expertise in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). Babita Ambekar heads the India desk, splitting her time between the UK and Singapore.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘CMS Singapore's employment team is truly outstanding. Over the years, I have had the distinct pleasure of working closely with this exceptional team and their commitment to excellence client service and their innovative legal solutions has consistently exceeded expectations. In addition, clients would want to know that they have comprehensive expertise across all areas of employment law.’

  • ‘The individuals I work with in CMS Singapore's employment group have deep understanding of complex and ever evolving legal landscape, which allow them to provide clients with strategic, forward-thinking advice that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term objectives.’

  • ‘Lakshanthi Fernando is very hands on and client centric. Very practical.’

  • ‘CMS are responsive, incredibly helpful and demonstrate extensive knowledge in all employment law matters. They consistently provide detailed responses and always ensure they ask the right questions so that they can provide accurate advice.’

Key clients

  • Ametek
  • Baillie Gifford
  • Arkema
  • Nuvei
  • Panoptyc
  • Peak6/Apex Fintech Solutions
  • Sanofi
  • Voestalpine
  • Acciona
  • A+E Networks

Lawyers

Practice head

Lakshanthi Fernando

Other key lawyers

Toby Grainger; Babita Ambekar

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