Full-service domestic firm Popescu & Asociatii fields a corporate and M&A team that is particularly strong on advising foreign entrants into the Romanian market, including relevant regulatory issues. The team also handles a range of joint ventures and M&A. The multidisciplinary team is managed by Loredana Popescu, Anca Simeria, and Octavian Popescu

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Popescu & Asociatii’s commercial, corporate and M&A practice stands out for its strategic and client-centred approach. Their team combines in-depth legal knowledge with a keen understanding of the commercial realities businesses face. Clients benefit from a team that excels in structuring deals, conducting due diligence, drafting agreements, and ensuring compliance.’

  • ‘Octavian Popescu is a force in both consultancy and litigation. His leadership and sharp legal mind are unmatched in the Romanian legal market.'

  • 'Anca Simeria is highly skilled, ensuring every aspect is carefully considered, from structuring to execution.'
  • 'Loredana Popescu stands out for her profound understanding of corporate law and her ability to guide us through complex M&A transactions.'
  • 'Mirela Cazacu is particularly adept at handling intricate corporate structures and ensuring that all legal aspects are thoroughly addressed.’
  • ‘Very professional and incredibly well prepared. Working close to the clients and having always ideas in order to gain the target.’

  • ‘Popescu & Asociatii's commercial, corporate & M&A practice excels due to its blend of legal expertise, business understanding, and client focus. I believe their track record in innovative deals and collaborative approach sets them apart.'

  • ‘All the lawyers from the team have my highest recommendations.'

Key clients

  • THR BLACK SEA
  • TRANSPORT URBAN SINAIA
  • MANITU SOLAR
  • RECARO AUTOMOTIVE
  • SIRMA Group Holding JSC
  • SII ROMANIA
  • A&S INTERNATIONAL 2000
  • OBERHAUSER INVEST
  • OCULUS MEDICAL
  • ECO GREEN CONSTRUCT
  • REMAT GORJ
  • ATRA ECO
  • PRACTO GENERAL INSTAL
  • BAI TERMALE ACAS
  • SINAIA FOREVER
  • SINAIA CITY HALL
  • METLEN Energy & Metals
  • SOMETRA SA

Work highlights

  • Advising A&S INTERNATIONAL 2000 on its exit from the business in favour of a Chinese investment fund, preparing and reviewing the transaction documents, and assisting with the negotiations of the documentation regarding the share deal.
  • Advising OCULUS MEDICAL on all the regulatory issues relating to the company’s activity.
  • Advised SINAIA FOREVER on the corporate side and issues related to company management and corporate governance, clarification or constant modification of the company's object of activity, various corporate changes, etc.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Loredana Popescu, Anca Simeria, Octavian Popescu

Other key lawyers

Mirela Cazacu