Prominent national and international companies, commercial banks and public institutions are among those that look to Popescu & Asociatii's restructuring and insolvency team for advice on high-profile contentious matters. Insolvency disputes are a standout strength and in Octavian Popescu the practice has one of the best regarded disputes practitioners. He co-heads the practice with senior business lawyer Gheorghe Buta, ‘invaluable professional’ Nicoleta Tandareanu, and energy and natural resources expert Dana Bivol. Stefan Baiculescu is a further name to note, praised by clients for his ’dedication to restructuring’.
Testimonials
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‘Popescu & Asociatii's restructuring and insolvency team is exceptional due to their comprehensive legal expertise and unwavering dedication to client success. Their reputation is well-deserved as they consistently demonstrated their abilities to navigate complex legal challenges.’
‘Working with Gheorghe Buta who has unmatched experience, an impressive academic background and a strategic vision, is a privilege.'
- 'Octavian Popescu is a true expert. His experience and strategic thinking set him apart in the Romanian legal market.'
- 'Nicoleta Tandareanu's experience, dedication, and a keen eye for detail make her an invaluable professional to work with.'
- 'Stefan Baiculescu's energy and dedication to restructuring make him a talented team member. His proactive approach to problem-solving makes him a valued lawyer.'
‘The restructuring and insolvency practice stands out for its deep expertise in handling complex financial restructurings and insolvency proceedings, as well as for strategic approach. What sets the team apart I believe is their comprehensive understanding of both the legal and commercial dimensions of restructuring, combined with a focus on client which ensures practical and sustainable solutions for businesses facing financial difficulties.’
‘Stefan Baiculescu’s expertise in insolvency law as well as dispute resolution, corporate and PPP projects enables him to offer comprehensive advice that spans multiple legal domains. I believe this makes him particularly effective in cases when businesses need to restructure operations while maintaining core activities.’
Key clients
- Rotary Constructii
- Foraj
- European Drinks International
- Electrica Furnizare
- Mega Image
- First Bank
- METLEN Energy & Metals (former Mytilineos Holding)
- Atlantic Motors
- IT Performance & Technology
- Balkan Geda Cement
- European Drinks & Food Group
- Multimarketing Company
Work highlights
- Advising Rotary Constructii on litigations formed in Rotary’s insolvency proceeding, concerning a debt claimed by the Bucharest City Hall based on the alleged non-execution of a FIDIC Contract.
- Advissing Foraj on insolvency and asset recovery procedures.
- Representing Balkan Geda Cement during the insolvency proceedings of one of Romania´s oldest suppliers of biodiesel.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Octavian Popescu, Dana Bivol, Gheorghe Buta, Nicoleta Tandareanu