TMT
The telecoms, media and communication team at CMS particularly stands out for its M&A work in the sector. The firm’s ‘unique formula of high knowledge in M&A and also best in-class knowledge of financial & banking’ is ‘infused with undeniable worldwide experience’, which makes it a go-to for high-profile, international technology clients. Managing partner Horea Popescu co-leads the team with Cristina Popescu. The former focuses on the intersection of corporate and technology law, while the latter is a registered trademark attorney. Senior counsel Laura Grigore is recommended for privacy and data protection matters.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘CMS is a well-established and reputable law firm known for its expertise in different areas of business law. The team is committed to excellence and success, and is very experienced, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to meet clients' needs. CMS prioritise clients' needs and objectives, tailoring legal strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for them.’
‘I worked with Horea Popescu, Horia Draghici and Laura Grigore. They all have a strong reputation and a history of winning significant cases, setting legal precedents, or receiving recognition within their field. Laura prioritises client needs and builds strong client relationships. She just excels in communication, ensuring clients understand complex legal matters. I appreciate her innovative problem-solving approaches, thinking creatively to find solutions to challenging legal issues.’
‘CMS has in-depth experience in handling both the complexities of venture capital deal structures, and the financial services regulatory framework that makes our company's compliance more sophisticated. CMS has this unique formula of high knowledge in M&A and also best in-class knowledge of financial & banking legal requirements, infused with undeniable worldwide experience. This is what we value, and makes us testify to the high quality legal services we get from them.’
Key clients
- Bitdefender
- Alten Europe
- NewCold Coöperatief UA
- Maximum Entertainment
Work highlights
- Assisting Bitdefender on an international pre-IPO due diligence for the group to structure the IPO. We are also assisting the issuer throughout the process of its listing on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Assisting Alten Group on its acquisition of a global technology and innovation company in Romania, Qualitance QBS S.A.
- Assisting NewCold Coöperatief UA on the acquisition of Qubiz, a software development company in Romania.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Horea Popescu, Cristina Popescu