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Energy and natural resources

Kinstellar

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‘A go-to advisor in all things energy and natural resources related in Romania’, Kinstellar‘s energy and natural resources team spans the nuclear, renewables and oil and gas sectors with expertise in regulatory, acquisitions, day-to-day advisory, and dispute resolution matters. It works with a range of international clients across Europe as well as regional projects within Romania; a key focus of the team is EU energy law and environmental issues. Team head Iustinian Captariu ’provides excellent client service and commercial knowledge’, supported by energy-specialist Cătălin Graure, who has notable experience in regulatory investigations in the sector.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Real professionals in the renewable energy field, they are very client-oriented. We appreciate their transparency.’

  • ‘What sets them apart from competitors is their unwavering commitment to excellence and their ability to tailor solutions to meet each client's unique needs. They have consistently demonstrated exceptional legal acumen, and a deep understanding of client objectives.’

  • ‘The firm has an outstanding renewables practice. It really is top of the market in Romania and the team led by partner Iustinian Captariu really shines! They are knowledgeable of the sector and industry, have insight of the market, are very capable and they deliver.'

  • ‘Partner Iustinian Captariu leads the energy team at Kinstellar. He really is an exceptional lawyer. Very knowledgeable, hands-on, efficient and a trusted advisor for our business. The team as well is truly outstanding and they are a go-to advisor in all things energy and natural resources related in Romania!’

  • ‘We have worked together with Iustinian Captariu, Cătălin Graure and Dana Sarbu and their expertise and professionalism have stood out. They have consistently been available to address our and our common client's concerns and answer any questions we had'

  • ‘The team is responsive, and is experienced in the sector, being able to provide guidance to the client.’

  • ‘Iustinian Captariu provides excellent client service and commercial knowledge. Cătălin Graure has great project management skills and attention to detail.’

Key clients

  • Ontario Power Generation
  • Canadian Nuclear Partners
  • MAVIR Zrt.
  • DXT Commodities S.A.
  • Ezpada AG
  • MET Group
  • European Energy
  • Enery Element GmbH
  • Big Shopping Centres
  • SFC Solutions

Work highlights

  • Advised Danish developer Jantzen Renewables ApS on its transaction with OMV Petrom for the purchase of the Helios 1 photovoltaic cluster in Romania.
  • Continued advising Ontario Power Generation and its Romanian subsidiary Canadian Nuclear Partners, on all aspects regarding the client’s participation in the refurbishment of Cernavodă Reactor 1 operated by nuclear energy producer Nuclearelectrica.
  • Advised DXT Commodities on Romanian energy trading and regulatory matters, including gas transportation aspects and requirements to obtaining and maintaining a gas supply license.

Lawyers

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Iustinian Captariu
Iustinian Captariu is a Partner and the head of the local Energy & Natural Resources and Competition & State-Aid Practices. He focuses on energy & natural resources, environment and regulatory (including pharma regulatory), competition & state aid, infrastructure & projects, M&A, and joint ventures. He has an experience of over 14 years in advising clients on all aspects of energy law, including energy M&A, joint-ventures, reorganisations, licensing and regulatory matters, long term contracts, trading related issues and also public procurement procedures involving energy companies. He has significant experience acting for large companies in relation to the whole spectrum of competition law matters including cartels, dawn raids, abuse of dominant position, merger notifications, State aid etc. 

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Iustinian Captariu

Other key lawyers

Cătălin Graure, Dana Sârbu

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