‘Undoubtedly a top choice on the local legal market’, Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen continues to tackle some of the highest value and most complex matters in Romania, covering a breadth of areas, including recent work in the construction, natural resources, and energy sectors. The team is well connected with the firm’s other practice areas, making for strong contentious offerings in tax, employment and public law. Ana Diculescu-Sova heads the group and is one of the most experienced names in the market with a stellar track record for top clients. Her team includes ’exceptional professional’ Sorina Olaru, who excels in arbitration; the ‘incredibly diligent and precise’ Valeriu Mina; and Emil Bivolaru, who bolsters the offering in business litigation. Marius Ezer and Daniela Gramaticescu are further practitioners to note.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘What makes this practice unique is its blend of deep legal expertise with a personalized, client-centered approach. The team consistently goes beyond traditional legal services by offering innovative solutions tailored to the specific challenges of each client. One of the firm's key strengths is its ability to handle complex cases across various legal disciplines, all while maintaining a high level of responsiveness and clear communication.'

  • 'This team excels in both litigation and advisory roles, combining technical knowledge with creative problem-solving to deliver outstanding results. In comparison to other firms, this practice truly differentiates itself through its use of cutting-edge technology, such as advanced case management systems, and a proactive approach to legal trends. This not only enhances efficiency but also allows the firm to anticipate challenges and provide forward-thinking legal advice, ensuring clients are always one step ahead.’
  • ‘NNDKP’s dispute resolution practice has a strong reputation on the market for dealing with complex and challenging cases. The team has been our trusted partner for a long time now in a series of high-stakes litigation cases. They are undoubtedly a top choice on the local legal market, and we feel reassured to have a partner that provides the best strategies and solutions tailored to our needs. The team excels in managing multifaceted legal challenges and delivering great defense strategies in any type of project.’

  • ‘Sorina Olaru is an exceptional professional. She has deep understanding of our industry and always provides effective legal advice to protect our interests. I value her expertise and commitment to our cases. She has an impressive ability to analyze an issue from different angles to define the best approach for further implementation. I have full confidence in her ability to handle our projects and to provide a clear path ahead, no matter.’

  • ‘The firm's dispute resolution team has been an invaluable partner for many years. Throughout our long collaboration their level of service has never wavered. Their biggest strengths are the team’s size and outstanding level of expertise. The litigation team is comprised of accomplished professionals with sharp legal skills and extensive courtroom experience. They excel at identifying risks and offering viable solutions to protect the client’s interests. Their clear communication on each case is also a major asset. The entire team does a wonderful job at catering to our needs.’

  • ‘I have had a strong collaboration with Valeriu Mina, who has been the lead partner on many of our cases. He is incredibly diligent and precise in his work, which instils confidence.’

  • ‘I have only words of appreciation for NNDKP’s litigation team. They have a deep understanding of the law and of our industry, which, coupled with their professionalism, ensures consistent delivery of effective legal solutions. With a deep bench of talented litigators, they are equipped to handle a variety of cases, including complex and high-value disputes. They prepare diligently for each hearing and keep us updated on all case developments.’

  • ‘I’ve had the pleasure of working with Valeriu Mina for many years. He impresses with his expertise in construction litigation and arbitration and outstanding legal skills. He is an excellent strategic thinker, who always thinks one step ahead, anticipating potential challenges and preparing for the unexpected. As a team leader, he ensures that his team delivers legal services of the highest quality. He has a methodical approach towards a case, always having the end goal in mind. He obtained great results for our company which is extremely valuable in high-stakes disputes.’

Key clients

  • Euroins PLC and Euroins Romania Asigurare-Reasigurare SA
  • Carmeuse Holding SRL
  • Agricola
  • Alro SA Slatina
  • Lagardere
  • Elcen
  • Impresa Pizzarotti
  • Wizz Air
  • VCE Viena
  • Enel Distribution
  • REC Immpuls Luxemburgher Team
  • Schlumberger
  • Engie
  • PORR

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ana Diculescu-Sova

Other key lawyers

Sorina Olaru, Emil Bivolaru, Marius Ezer, Daniela Gramaticescu, Valeriu Mina, Ioana Cioclei, Alexandru Lacureanu, Alexandra Marutoiu, Razvan Savin