Dispute resolution

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen

Full-service firm Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen has a strong offering in dispute resolution. The team garners praise for providing ‘tailored solutions and outstanding strategies’ in relation to a broad range of work. Ana Diculescu-Sova, who heads up the practice, is very highly regarded for her expertise in handling complex litigation. The group’s workload includes high-profile class actions and longrunning, complex arbitration cases. Other key practitioners include Sorina Olaru, who has an excellent track record in assisting with arbitration; Valeriu Mina, who specialises in FIDIC-related disputes; and Emil Bivolaru and Marius Ezer.

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Testimonials

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‘The level of professionalism and the strong and well-known expertise on the market in dealing with complex high-stakes litigation matters are the main pillars of the dispute resolution practice within NNDKP. At every step of our collaboration, they provided great support and came up with tailored solutions and outstanding strategies that reassured us that our interests are protected. We feel extremely confident to know that our legal needs are in the right hands.’
‘Emil Bivolaru has been our partner for so many years now. He is one of the best litigators I have ever worked with in Romania, with more than two decades of experience. We really appreciate him for his strategic thinking and commitment to always achieving the best results. He offers valuable legal insights, and I am always impressed by his practical approach in every matter I bring to the table. I have great confidence in his work.’
‘Daniela Gramaticescu and Alexandru Lacureanu are very inventive and very professional.’
‘ NNDKP`s dispute resolution team is undoubtedly one of the strongest on the Romanian market, with impressive knowledge and expertise, particularly in the field of real estate and construction. They have all the necessary assets to handle any type of arbitration or litigation work. Throughout our collaboration, they have provided outstanding services, with both strategic and out-of-the-box solutions, perfectly tailored to our needs. The team`s core strengths which make them stand out on the market include – flexibility, cohesion, promptness, and the ability to handle complex matters. For us, these qualities strengthen our confidence that we have the most reliable partner for the challenges we encounter.’
‘The team offers exceptional expertise in contentious and non-contentious restructuring and insolvency matters. What makes them stand out is their excellent strategic thinking wrapped up in a down-to-earth approach. They understand the client’s business and can work out innovative solutions tailored to the client’s unique needs. We are happy to have them on our side.’
‘The size and deep specialization of their litigation team is what makes them stand out. They are a highly skilled and experienced group of litigators, who can accurately point out the strengths and weaknesses of a case and build effective legal strategies. They offer not only excellent legal skills and in-depth knowledge of the law, but also commercial awareness, being attuned to our business needs. I am confident that they can handle any legal challenge that comes their way.’
‘Valeriu Mina is an exceptional litigator, with a vast experience in arbitration cases. He has been extremely valuable in our arbitration disputes as he brings extensive technical expertise to a case. He is very meticulous in his work, results-oriented, explains matters in a clear and concise manner and provides well thought-out advice. He is also easy to work with and very committed to our cases.’
‘The dispute resolution team at NNDKP is nothing short of impressive. From junior to senior positions, they are extremely diligent and very well prepared. Their strength lies in the size of their team and the firm grasp of the law. They are very professional in everything they do, experts at breaking down complex legal issues and putting together the most effective strategies. I am very satisfied with their legal work and the level of service has always been very high. They always go the extra mile to meet our needs.’

Key clients

Euroins PLC and Euroins Romania Asigurare-Reasigurare SA
Carmeuse Holding SRL
Agricola
Alro SA Slatina
Lagardere
Elcen
Porr
Wizz Air
VCE Viena
Enel Distribution
REC Immpuls Luxemburger Team
Schlumberger
Engie

Work highlights

Representing Euroins Romania Asigurare-Reasigurare and its major shareholder Euroins in litigation concerning a decision issued by the State Authority for Financial Supervision (ASF).
Advising a real estate developer in Romania and Eastern Europe on a potential €100m damages claim against the Romanian State.
Advising ELCEN Constanta on a damages claim brought against Constanta City Hall and Constanta municipality.

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