CMS
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CMS fields a large and diverse media team, which comprehensively supports major projects in the film, sports and broadcasting industries and also advises platforms and gaming companies on digital matters. Among the mainstays are film funding, digital media regulation and copyright dispute resolution, whereas current topics include the advice on NFTs and AI models. Three partners took over the management of the practice in 2023: IP expert Winfried Bullinger focuses on digital content, Pietro Graf Fringuelli regularly supports the launch of new digital streaming, NFT and e-commerce platforms and Martin Gerecke is well versed in licensing and contract issues pertaining to social media and gaming. Former practice head Sebastian Cording continues to be a key contact for sports and gaming law, while counsel Patrick Ehinger routinely handles film funding and marketing issues. Cross-border matters are also covered thanks to the cooperation with other locations.
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'The special thing about the law firm is its personalities. Consultants who can adapt to the needs of their clients and support the company in the interests of the company are rarer than one might think. The people we work with do this perfectly. We particularly appreciate that the professional exchange between consultants and members of the legal department always allows us to achieve the best results.'
'The team is extremely professional. Always delivers accurately and promptly. Very pleasant and professional. The advice always reaches a depth that cannot be found elsewhere. Cross-functional topics in particular are handled excellently.'
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Key clients
- Adobe
- BBC
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Work highlights
- Comprehensive advice to Sky on the introduction of the new digital platform Sky Glass.
- Comprehensive advice to Paramount+ on the roll-out and implementation of the Paramount+ service in Germany on all media law, e-commerce and competition law issues, in particular on questions of order flow, user terms and conditions and the admissibility of advertising material.
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