Led by Horia Ispas, the gambling team at Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii has 'outstanding expertise' in acting for domestic and international gambling operators and software entities in a wide spectrum of matters. Ispas is well known for handling regulatory and compliance mandates. Sergiu Crețu stands out for his ‘impressive knowledge’ of gambling licensing matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Integrated approach to clients' issues.'

  • ‘Customer-oriented and interested in solving the client's problem.'

  • ‘The team has outstanding expertise in gambling matters, and a perfect understanding of client needs and timelines.’

  • ‘Sergiu Crețu is an expert - he has impressive knowledge of the gambling industry and regulations.'

  • ‘The team have an in-depth knowledge of the gaming regulations in Romania. They are always able to assist with our requests for advice regarding the law and regulations in Romania and respond promptly to our requests for advice.'

  • ‘The team we deal with have in-depth legal knowledge. We have been very pleased with the services they provide.’

Key clients

  • TSG Interactive Plc (PokerStars)
  • TSG Platforms Ltd
  • Amelco UK Ltd
  • Apco Systems Ltd
  • Kambi Malta Ltd
  • Pariplay Malta Ltd
  • Realistic Games Limited
  • BTB Betlab Holdings Ltd
  • Chargeads S.R.L.
  • Ibus Media Limited
  • Bet Live Studios S.R.L.

Work highlights

  • Acting as counsel to PokerStars on a broad range of compliance and regulatory issues specific to the performance of online gambling in Romania.
  • Assisting Booming Games Malta with all regulatory matters applicable to Romanian B2B gambling suppliers.

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.
Sergiu Crețu
Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Horia Ispas

Other key lawyers

Sergiu Crețu