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Kinstellar’s 'strong' energy and natural resources team advises developers and regional energy companies on conventional and renewable energy matters, financing, disputes and regulatory issues. The group works in collaboration with the firm's M&A department to assist clients with a broad spectrum of issues, including EU law and environmental work. The 'highly experienced' Iustinian Captariu heads the practice, and is highly regarded for his expertise in handling the full range of energy matters. Cătălin Graure advises on the trading of natural gas and competition law issues, and Ioana Criste assists with permitting issues and short-term power purchase agreements.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team of Kinstellar Romania provided us with excellent services, delivered the outputs on time and in a very good quality with a profound knowledge of the business.’

  • ‘We can recommend Iustinian Captariu and Catalin Graure, whose professional services have been highly appreciated.’

  • ‘Iustinian Captariu is highly experienced.'

  • ‘The Kinstellar team is well experienced in all facets related to renewable energy project development and implementation. They have strong subject matter experts specializing in specific areas such as real estate, regulatory process, M&A, and construction contracting.'

  • ‘Iustinian Captariu is competent, thoughtful, flexible and friendly.'

  • ‘The team had an in-depth knowledge of the energy sector and the barriers to building, constructing and operating in the sector. They provide clear and up front advice enabling the client to make decisions on the way forward, even where that decision could have an impact in the context of a wider transaction. They would be my first choice for energy transactions in Romania.’

  • ‘I have found both Iustinian Captariu and Catalin Graure to be both personal and collaborative in their approach. They clearly have an in-depth knowledge of the energy sector and have provided clear and consistent quality of advice on both transactions I have worked with them on.’

  • ‘Kinstellar’s energy team has once again proven to be the go-to advisor in all things renewable energy-related in Romania. Their expertise, particularly in transactional and regulatory matters, shone through during our work together. What sets them apart is their ability to tailor legal strategies to our specific needs. The team's dedication, knowledge, and commitment to client satisfaction were exceptional throughout the entire project.'

Key clients

  • Jantzen Renewables
  • BIG Mega Renewable Energy
  • Ontario Power Generation
  • Canadian Nuclear Partners
  • European Energy
  • Enery Element GmbH
  • Elmor Power
  • DXT Commodities S.A.
  • MET Group

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Iustinian Captariu

Other key lawyers

Cătălin Graure, Ioana Criste