As a part of the EY Law global network, Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL has extensive international reach for tax matters and the full range of tax consultancy capabilities. VAT, excise duties, corporate income tax, and environmental taxes are all within the wheelhouse of the group. Key practitioners include: Emanuel Băncilă, who has standout experience challenging tax decisions before national courts and the European Court of Justice; Călin Stan, a dedicated tax law litigator; and Andrei Boian, who supports on the range of tax disputes and consultancy matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They respected the deadlines for delivery of the opinion and they came up with recommendations that are useful to us. They analysed in detail the specific situations of our society, according to the answers sent.’

  • ‘Strong and diverse team that offers excellent expertise. I use them for complex tax litigations and could not be more satisfied with the results of their work.’

  • ‘Excellent knowledge of the subject. Professionalism and excellent availability.’

  • 'Calin Stan is extremely competent in the tax subject matter.’
  • ‘Excellent contact and communication, in depth knowledge combined with practical experience.’

  • ‘I appreciate the promptness Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL has in addressing our needs. They are always up to date with fiscal / legal changes, they keep us informed of any new developments, laws that affect the areas on which they provide assistance to us.'

  • 'They are very thorough in their work, considering all implications, presenting both pros and cons.'
  • 'I am very happy with the collaboration that we have, and I highly recommend Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL.’

Key clients

  • Electrolux Romania
  • Johnson Controls Group
  • Bunge Romania, member of Bunge Limited
  • Schaeffler Technologies, member of Schaeffler Group
  • Adient group
  • ENKA Construction and Development BV, member of ENKA conglomerate
  • Allianz-Țiriac Asigurări SA
  • Merck Sharp & Dohme Romania SRL
  • Nestle Romania SRL
  • Administratia Romana a Serviciilor de Trafic Aerian Romatsa R.A. ('ROMATSA')
  • Atraxo

Work highlights

  • Assisting Adient group with a tax litigation that may impact the general practice of the Romanian tax authorities with respect to determining the existence of fixed establishments from a VAT perspective.
  • Assisting Merck Sharp & Dohme Romania SRL with tax audits regarding corporate income tax and VAT matters.
  • Assisting Allianz Tiriac Asigurari SA with a tax litigation relating to the extent of the Romanian tax authorities’ competencies to make certain tax assessments.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Emanuel Băncilă, Călin Stan, Andrei Boian