CEE/CIS - Romania

Popescu & Asociatii

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Popescu & Asociatii fields an energy and natural resources team of ‘top lawyers’ providing ’spectacular solutions’ for clients’ needs. ‘Extraordinary lawyer’ Loredana Popescu  co-leads the team, combining banking & finance, corporate, M&A, and real estate experience with energy sector expertise. Co-head Dana Bivol is noted for her experience in environmental law and is the key contact for disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘With Popescu & Asociatii’s team I have collaborated in many energy-related projects that were innovative at the national level and for which, even in such circumstances, the team proposed a number of spectacular solutions.'

  • ‘The team is undoubtedly visible in relevant projects, and they are strong opponents due to their deep knowledge of the Romanian legal framework and regulations. The team can draw together on all relevant areas that prevail in the Energy & Natural Resources sectors.’

  • ‘Popescu & Asociatii lawyers have gathered substantial knowledge of the Romanian regulatory framework as they have constantly advised on privatization, corporate reorganizations, and private transactions in the energy industry, as well as on the legislative changes necessary for the liberalization of the energy markets.'

  • ‘They have a team made up of top lawyers on the market, Popescu & Asociatii is seen on the market as one of the strongest  firms, a company you want to work with and in which you put all your trust. ’

  • ‘Loredana Popescu has significant experience and covers a multitude of aspects which are so necessary in the field of law. This overview of several areas of practice gives her the advantage of being an extraordinary lawyer, on whom you can rely regardless of the context.’

  • ‘The service is excellent and of great quality. The firm stands out for its teamwork and the exchange of knowledge across different areas, which enriches the work and makes for favourable results. The team is professional and has both national and international exposure.'

  • 'Loredana Popescu has a lot of experience in the area, offering great management of the transactions and always meets expectations, being commended by all our legal team members for her negotiation skills and general business advice.'

Key clients

  • Maramures County
  • Allsys Energy
  • Important Kazakh and Turkish investors
  • Mytilineos Holding
  • Enel Group
  • Electrica Furnizare
  • Engie Group
  • CYEB
  • Premier Energy
  • Sometra SA
  • Romanian Minister of Environment, Water and Forests
  • San Colombano Costruzioni S.p.A
  • Eco Sud
  • Grand Smithy International

Work highlights

  • Advised Maramures County in the process of development the airport’s infrastructure which belongs to Baia Mare International Airport.
  • Assisting and representing in the establishment activities of two companies performing domestic and international oil transport and transport of food and non-food goods.
  • Advised Mytilineos Holding in respect of obtaining the environmental permits for implementing one of the most complex projects for greening of the waste deposit.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Loredana Popescu, Dana Bivol

Other key lawyers

Mirela Cazacu