The chances of an early move to integrate CMS Cameron McKenna’s international network have been dealt a blow following a survey that found little client support for cross-border mergers within the European grouping.

The feedback, part of a wider study by CMS’ executive committee into clients’ perception of the group’s strategy and services, found clients had little interest in the network’s structure. The results will pour cold water on the prospect of an early merger within the eight-firm group.