CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo Elevates Tax Expertise with Antonio Puentes Appointment

MADRID, Spain — CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo announced the appointment of Antonio Puentes as the new head of Tax Litigation and Contentious Tax Matters, a change that will take effect on September 1, 2025. Puentes previously led the Tax Litigation and Tax Procedure department at BDO Abogados in Madrid until this past Monday. This strategic move aligns with the firm’s broader goals outlined in its 2024–2026 Strategic Plan, which emphasizes strengthening its Tax Procedure area. CMS aims to solidify its standing in this critical practice area as it looks to enhance its offerings. … Read more

CMS Portugal Elevates Three New Partners, Bolstering Expertise in Corporate M&A, Tax, and Labor Law

Lisbon, Portugal – CMS Portugal, a prominent law firm, has recently elevated three of its attorneys to the position of equity partners, strengthening its leadership across various key practice areas, including corporate M&A, tax, and labour law & pension funds. The promotions are a testament to the firm’s commitment to recognizing and advancing talent within its ranks according to José Luís Arnaut, the managing partner of CMS Portugal. Margarida Vila Franca, now a partner in the corporate M&A practice, has carved out a niche in handling complex transactions, such as acquisitions, public offerings, mergers, and … Read more