Clifford Chance Badea draws on the strength of its international links in order to advise on capital markets matters with Romanian law components, and is well versed in handling significant debt and equity transactions, often with cross-border elements. The department is also well known for assisting clients with market abuse and compliance issues. The practice is jointly led by Madalina Rachieru-Postolache and Daniel Badea; the duo stand out for their ‘deep knowledge of the market and industry, and dedication that exceeds expectations', and field expertise in transactional matters. Senior associate Gabriel Toma is singled out for his contributions.
Testimonials
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‘I have been working with Clifford Chance for a good number of years now on capital markets transactions. The firm delivered outstanding results, going above and beyond in accommodating complex circumstances, under tight deadlines and bringing innovative solutions to otherwise difficult matters.’
‘I had the pleasure of working with Madalina Rachieru-Postalache and Dan Badea, and it was an exceptional experience. The professionalism and knowledge are truly remarkable. From start to finish, they have demonstrated deep knowledge of the market and industry, and dedication that exceeds expectations. They always show a high level of responsiveness, innovative spirit and practical approach.’
‘The team stands out distinctly in the industry, thanks to a harmonious blend of individual specializations that complement each other, ensuring a holistic approach to client needs. Collaboration is at the heart of their operations, fostering a seamless synergy both internally and with clients. They are the best in Romania for finance and capital markets.’
‘In the realm of legal expertise, certain individuals truly distinguish themselves from the crowd, and my experience with Madalina Rachieru and Gabriel Toma at Clifford Chance Badea is a testament to this. Madalina's hands-on approach ensures that every detail is meticulously addressed, and her profound market knowledge provides invaluable insights that are hard to find elsewhere. On the other hand, Gabriel Toma's unwavering commitment to the tasks at hand and his excellence in execution have consistently delivered outstanding results. Both of them, in their unique capacities, bring qualities that are not just commendable but also rare in the industry. Their combined expertise, dedication, and personal touch set them leagues apart from competitors.’
Key clients
- Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG
- Erste Bank Group
- Jefferies
- Morgan Stanley
- NEPI Rockcastle
- OMV Petrom
- Raiffeisen Bank International
- UniCredit Bank
Work highlights
- Advising a syndicate of 14 banks on Fondul Proprietatea's sale of its stake in Hidroelectrica and listing of Hidroelectrica on the Bucharest Stock Exchange.
- Advised Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG and Raiffeisen Bank International on the establishment of the €600m MTN Programme and initial RON650m drawdown under the programme by CEC Bank.
- Assisting an energy distribution group with operations in Romania and Republic of Moldova with preparations for its envisaged 144A IPO and listing on the Bucharest Stock Exchange.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Daniel Badea, Madalina Rachieru-Postolache