D&B David si Baias SCA fields a team of sought-after competition lawyers in Romania. The group has been kept especially busy handling state aid issues, and reports an uptick in merger clearance mandates arising from an increased amount of M&A activity in the Romanian market. Market investigations remain a core pillar of instruction for the team. Practice head Sorin David has an excellent reputation in the field. Lucian BozianSonia Voinescu and Gabriela Ifrin are key names in the practice.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Professional individuals and team good work, delivered on time. Very good communication.’

  • ‘Very well organized, informed and ready to take action at any time. Very well prepared professionally, great communicators. Able to provide integrated and innovative solutions.’

  • ‘Exceptional professional background in the competition legislation, excellent knowledge and experience in the field. Quick availability and response to clients' requests.’

  • ‘The team stands out for its professionalism, good communication both within the team and in the relationship with clients, the ability to present information on time and in a clear manner.’

  • ‘Each individuals has the qualities presented above for the team. I am honored to mention: Sorin David, Lucian Bozian, and Andreea Toncu.’

  • ‘Sonia Voinescu and Gabriela Ifrin have a very good team spirit and fast reaction, passion for what they are doing, that it is clear for me.’

  • ‘Highly professional team, good in understanding client’s needs and flexible in providing competent and efficient solutions tailored to such needs.’

  • ‘Lucian Bozian stands out with his detailed expertise, pro-active attitude and qualified advice in competition compliance matters.’

Key clients

  • OMV Petrom
  • Dnata Catering
  • Altex Group
  • Catena / Fildas Trading
  • Iveco Group
  • HS Timber
  • Public Power Corporation
  • Istanbul Memorial
  • TAROM
  • Ceres Pharma
  • EBRD
  • Carrefour Romania
  • Lidl Romania
  • Cargill Agricultura
  • AER
  • Automobile Bavaria
  • Porta KMI Romania
  • Kronospan Trading
  • Hirschmann Automotive TM
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Rombat
  • Complexul Energetic Oltenia (CEO)
  • CEC Bank

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Sorin David

Other key lawyers

Lucian Bozian, Sonia Voinescu, Gabriela Ifrin, Andreea Toncu