The employment team at Filip & Company takes a ‘holistic approach’, addressing both the matter at hand and clients’ ‘long-term business objectives.’ It handles work for a range of multinational companies, taking on highly challenging projects involving employee negotiation, reorganisations, collective labour agreements, and labour disputes. The team is headed ’with calm and dedication’ by Ioan Dumitrascu, a specialist in sensitive projects involving regulatory challenges. Cristina Tudoran, who made partner in January 2023, is a specialist in the employment impact of transfers. Razvan Ionescu and Bianca Chera are also recommended, specifically for their litigation work.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘We work with Ioan Dumitrascu and Razvan Ionescu. They are really great as a team, understanding client's needs and pooling their knowledge and experience to provide comprehensive legal solutions.’

  • ‘ The practice has a unique understanding and anticipation of its client's needs and challenges.'

  • ‘Cristina Tudoran is a very professional and dedicated lawyer. She easily understood the needs of our company and identified the most effective solutions obtaining the desired results.'

  • ‘Ioan Dumitrascu leads his team with calm and dedication. His experience is visible while proposing different solutions. Bianca Chera is a very dedicated lawyer.’

  • ‘ The practice has in-depth knowledge of the law and great ethics!’

  • ‘Ioan Dumitrascu is a resourceful trusted advisor.'

  • 'They have a keen ability to see the bigger picture in complex employment cases, anticipating potential challenges and providing proactive guidance. This holistic approach not only addresses immediate concerns but also supports clients' long-term business objectives.’
  • ‘The individuals from Filip & Company bring fresh perspectives and unwavering enthusiasm to every case. Their dedication to continuously staying updated with evolving legal trends ensures that their clients receive the most cutting-edge legal counsel.'

Key clients

  • PANDORA
  • TOTAL SOFT
  • L’OREAL
  • Zentiva
  • ARCTIC
  • KEYSIGHT (former IXIA)
  • The Versapak Group
  • British American Tobacco Trading Romania
  • Bristol Logistics S.A.
  • The Romanian Financial Supervisory Authority (ASF)
  • Hidroelectrica S.A.
  • British American Shared Services (Europe) S.R.L.

Work highlights

  • Assisting British American Shared Services (Europe) S.R.L. on various employment-related aspects, including reviewing internal policies and providing specific advice during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Assisting Atos IT Solutions and Services SRL in various employment law matters, including managing the relationship with the relevant trade union, and providing assistance with collective negotiations.
  • Advising MAGNAPHARM MARKETING&SALES ROMANIA SRL on complex labour law matters, including employment termination structures.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ioan Dumitraşcu

Other key lawyers

Cristina Tudoran, Razvan Ionescu, Bianca Chera, Alexandru Moraru