Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL > Bucharest, Romania > Firm Profile

Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL
BUCHAREST TOWER CENTER, 22ND FLOOR
15-17 ION MIHALACHE BOULEVARD
BUCHAREST 011171
Romania

Romania > Tax Tier 1

The ‘highly skilled professionals’ who make up Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL‘s tax, policy and controversy team run the gamut of tax matters, including VAT, excise duties, corporate income tax, and environmental taxes. It has experience using a range of international instruments to solve tax disputes, and has standout expertise regarding EU law. As a part of the EY Law global network, the team has international reach and extensive tax consultancy capabilities. Practice head Emanuel Băncilă specialises in tax litigation, with significant experience challenging tax decisions in front of both national courts and the European Court of Justice. This is also an area of strength for Călin Stan, who made partner in July 2023.

Practice head(s):

Emanuel Băncilă

Other key lawyers:

Călin Stan; Corina Nicu (Mureșan); Ana Mihai; Andrei Boian; Ana Miron; Alexandru Oană; Victor Bozdog; Andrada Pohaci

Testimonials

Highly skilled professionals, great level of independent case management, focused and reliable’

‘Recommend Andrada Pohaci for her passionate representation of our company in extremely complex tax litigation cases’

‘High level of knowledge, professional competence and practice experience.’

Key clients

Electrolux Romania

Johnson Controls Group

Bunge Romania

Schaeffler Technologies

Adient group

ENKA Construction and Development BV

Allianz-Țiriac Asigurări SA

Merck Sharp & Dohme Romania SRL

Work highlights

  • Assisting Adient group in a tax litigation in court that may impact the general practice of the Romanian tax authorities.
  • Assisting Merck Sharp & Dohme Romania SRL in tax audits regarding corporate income tax and VAT matters.
  • Assisting Allianz Tiriac Asigurari SA in an ongoing tax litigation in court that is important from both a procedural and substantial perspective.

Romania > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3

The 'very well prepared, highly reliable and efficient' corporate and M&A practice at Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL is jointly led by Radu Diaconu, who advises on a broad range of work, including mergers and spin off processes, and Stefan Mantea, who made partner in July 2023. Senior managing associate Irina Corcoveanu joined the group from private practice. Senior associates Larisa Jurcă and Rares Crîșmaru are names to note.

Practice head(s):

Radu Diaconu; Ștefan Mantea

Other key lawyers:

Nicoleta Gheorghe; Irina Corcoveanu; Larisa Jurcă; Rareș Crîșmaru; Otilia Oglage

Testimonials

‘Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii has one of the best team of lawyers we have worked with. They are very well prepared, highly reliable and efficient. They were always by our side, explaining us all the legal implications and protecting our interest. We are very pleased with the collaboration with them.’

‘Nicoleta Gheorghe provided us excellent services. She is very knowledgeable, prompt and always thinking at our best interests.’

‘The team formed of Stefan Mantea, Nicoleta Gheorghe and Otilia Oglage provided us excellent services, providing the best approach in a timely and efficient manner. They showed a good understanding of our needs and responded very prompt to all our requests. We had a good cooperation with them and we highly recommend them for corporate and M&A projects.’

‘Stefan Manteo is technically very good and solution-oriented. Stefan provided smart legal advice, which helped a lot in the negotiations with the other party to close the transaction (a growth equity raising deal).’

‘Radu Diaconu is a top notch lawyer and managing partner, and Stefan Mantea is a very good lawyer with great skills to manage his team and deliver the expected results. I truly value our work with them.’

‘Stefan Mantea is our main contact. Very proactive, highly responsive, top legal knowledge, bold but calm and strategic throughout the negotiation of our deal. We are always happy to benefit by his support.’

‘Otilia Oglage is an exceptional lawyer from this new generation.’

‘Very good legal knowledge. Strong sector understanding. Very well organized to provide quick responses to difficult questions.’

Key clients

Agrisol International RO SRL

The sole shareholder of Aromatique Food SRL

Vastint Romania SRL

Daas Impex SRL

Honeywell Group

Lenovo Group

Atlas Warehousing SRL

Ebm-Papst Automotive & Drives Romania SRL

The shareholders of Cytogenomic Medical Laboratory SRL

Clarfon SA

Eco Euro Doors SRL

Work highlights

  • Advised the shareholders of Clarfon on the sale of the majority shares to V4C Acquisition 1, a Polish investment fund.
  • Advised the shareholders of Cytogenomic Medical Laboratory on the sale of an 85% majority stake to Future Life.
  • Advised Aromatique’s sole shareholder on the sale of a majority stake to Turpaz Industries.

Romania > Employment Tier 3

The employment team at Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL ‘provides valuable advice on sensitive matters’. Leveraging its international reach through the EY Law global network, the firm handles labour law matters for multinational clients, such as day-to-day advice, employee transfer and sensitive disciplinary proceedings. Team head Anca Atanasiu is recommended for her ‘deep understanding of complex employment cases‘.

Practice head(s):

Anca Atanasiu

Other key lawyers:

Ana Flueran; Elena Manea

Testimonials

‘The team combines dedication with in-depth knowledge.,’

‘The team innovatively used their expertise, the technical resources and their dedication to ensure the best outcome of the project.’

‘Anca Atanasiu provided invaluable assistance and insights.’

‘Ana Flueran demonstrated an excellent work ethic, professionalism, extensive knowledge, adaptability and openness to identifying different, innovative solutions.’

‘The team has the ability to translate complex concepts of employment law into simple follow-up action plans and remedies. They can simplify Romanian employment law in a way that can be understood by non-lawyers and even non-Romanian individuals.’

‘Anca Atanasiu is an excellent lawyer with a keen sense of identifying critical points. She is very pragmatic and solution-oriented and a great professional with solid employment knowledge and know-how.’

‘Besides the employment team’s deep knowledge of employment law and dedication, what really makes their practice unique is their client-focused approach combined with their key ability to understand the client’s needs, provide strategic guidance and offer tailored solutions for every legal situation that may arise.’

‘Anca Atanasiu is not only an excellent lawyer but also a trusted advisor and a great team leader. She consistently demonstrates exceptional legal expertise and a deep understanding of complex employment cases.’

Key clients

Cisco Systems Romania SRL

Ista Shared Services Romania SRL

HS Timber Productions SRL

Socar Petroleum S.A.

Mellon Romania SA

Work highlights

  • Advising Cisco Systems Romania on IT, networking, and cybersecurity solutions, for over 10 years on all and any labour-related topics.
  • Advising Ista Shared Services Romania on HR and employment projects of significant importance for the client (e.g., employee transfer and formalities following the merger of two entities part of the group) and on day-to-day labour issues.

Romania > PPP and procurement Tier 3

The public projects and public-private partnership team at Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL fields a growing team of sector-experienced practitioners, with notable work this year for the European Investment Bank and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. As a member of the EY Law network the team has an international reach. Andrei Ștefanovici and Andra Iftemie co-lead the team, which is ‘particularly experienced in terms of state aid notifications and requirements‘.

Practice head(s):

Andrei Stefanovici; Andra Iftemie

Testimonials

‘The team provided an excellent local legal support to our nuclear energy project in Romania, particularly experienced in terms of state aid notifications and requirements.

‘We have worked with Andra Iftemie and her team on this project. The interactions were excellent and efficient. ’

‘What made the procurement practice stand out was the combination of expertise in the practice field, thorough approach for each particular aspect of the project and remarkable collaboration culture. ’

‘Working alongside BDA team provided the occasion to observe the professional and personal qualities of the team members. They displayed a great capacity of understanding complex legal constructions and were able to provide clear and straightforward effective solutions for complex issues.’

‘BDA is the type of consultant with which it is always a pleasure to work with. Outstanding combination of expertise, collaborative approach and dedication. The team is able to perform various tasks on different topics, topics with high complexity and sensitivity.’

‘Andrei Stefanovici and Andra Iftemie were part of the core team. Andrei is a great team leader, showing professionalism and dedication to each topic, Andra is focused on results and is extremely analytical, leading the team with determination and always being motivated by new and challenging topics.’

‘A standout legal team with specialised expertise and a diverse, client-focused approach. Their clear communication, innovative solutions, and commitment to transparency set them apart. I appreciate their client-centric approach. They’ve earned my trust and are my go-to choice for legal services.’

‘Working with the team has been an exceptional experience. Their collaborative spirit, adaptability, and ethical values make them a top choice for legal needs.’

Key clients

European Investment Bank – National Agency for Public Procurement

European Commission – Directorate General for Structural Reform Support and Romanian Court of Accounts

Ministry of European Investments and Projects (MEIP) and European Investment Bank (EIB)

SN Nuclearelectrica S. A

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Mehedinti County, Romania

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Municipality of Brasov

CNTEE Transelectrica S.A.

Directorate-General for Structural Reform Support, European Commission Ministry of Internal Affairs

Iasi Municipality, Romania

Work highlights

  • Provided legal assistance to Romanian Court of Accounts and European Commission – Directorate General for Structural Reform Support in relation to structural reforms of the institution on HR and Communication Strategies.
  • Advising EIB and the Ministry of Investment and European Projects on implementing state aid schemes financed from the Just Transition Fund and drafting the Beneficiaries Guides.
  • Providing legal support to the National Agency for Public Procurement and European Investment Bank to create 4 local centralized procurement bodies to ensure successful centralized procurement at the local level.

Romania > Energy and natural resources Tier 4

Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL‘s energy and natural resources team works as part of the Ernst & Young Global network, ‘leveraging its extensive knowledge, technical resources, and team dedication’ to assist a range of traditional and renewable energy clients. It is described as being ‘particularly experienced in terms of state aid notifications and requirements‘. Andrei Ștefanovici leads the team, alongside co-ordinating the firm’s PPP and public procurement team.

Practice head(s):

Andrei Stefanovici

Testimonials

‘What sets apart Băncilă, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL’s Energy & Natural Resources practice is the extensive expertise and attention to every facet of a project facet.

‘Throughout the project, the BDA team showed dedication, tackled complex legal issues effectively, and provided valuable advice on critical matters. Their professionalism, which matched our corporate values, made our collaboration efficient and productive.’

‘Leveraging its extensive knowledge, technical resources, and team dedication, BDA adopted a comprehensive approach to relevant legal matters. This approach provided a thorough grasp of all legal aspects, preempting any potential issues.’

‘Andrei Stefanovici’s legal advisory services have played a pivotal role in our ventures within the Romanian energy sector. His expertise ranges from providing a clear overview of the Romanian energy market to possessing a deep understanding of the technical intricacies involved in our projects.’

‘The team provided excellent local legal support to our nuclear energy project in Romania, particularly experienced in terms of state aid notifications and requirements.’

‘We have worked with Andrei Stefanovici and his team on this project. The interactions were excellent and efficient.’

‘The team is very responsive and knowledgeable.’

Key clients

European Investment Bank

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

SN Nuclearelectrica S.A.

Societatea Energetica Electrica SA

Tesla 50Hz S.R.L.

HS Timber Group

Warehouses de Pauw Romania SRL

CNTEE Transelectrica S.A.

Work highlights

  • Advising European Investment Bank and Ministry of Investment and European Projects on implementing the state aid schemes financed from the Just Transition Fund.
  • Advised HS Timber Production Group in relation to the design and implementation of its reorganization process with a focus on the optimization of costs and improved performances.
  • Advised Tesla 50Hz S.R.L. with drafting PPA templates based on the Romanian legislative framework for the power supply activity.

Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL (formerly Radu și Asociații SPRL) is a Romanian full-service law firm, offering both legal consultancy services and assistance before the courts of law, with a significant tax controversy practice.

Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL is a member firm of Ernst & Young Global Ltd and part of the expanding EY Law global network, which has more than 2,400 lawyers and offices in over 90 jurisdictions.

Department Name Email Telephone
Corporate / M&A Radu Diaconu radu.diaconu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Corporate / M&A Stefan Mantea Stefan.Mantea@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Employment Anca Atanasiu Anca.Atanasiu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Energy and natural resources Andrei Stefanovici Andrei.Stefanovici@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Public projects Andrei Stefanovici Andrei.Stefanovici@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Tax policy and controversy Emanuel Bancila emanuel.bancila@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Tax policy and controversy Alex Slujitoru alex.slujitoru@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Tax policy and controversy Calin Stan Calin.Stan@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Tax policy and controversy Corina Muresan Corina.Muresan@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Restructuring and insolvency Radu Diaconu radu.diaconu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Data protection, Regulatory Nicoleta Gheorghe Nicoleta.Gheorghe@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Dispute resolution Emanuel Bancila emanuel.bancila@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Banking and financial services Radu Diaconu radu.diaconu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Corporate / M&A Georgiana Nichita georgiana.nichita@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Dispute resolution Alexandru Oana alexandru.oana@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Banking, digital and financial services Gabriela Neagu Gabriela.Neagu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Public projects, climate change, sustainability, and transportation Andra Iftemie andra.iftemie@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Real estate Alexandra Siminiceanu Alexandra.Siminiceanu@bdattorneys.ro +40 21 402 41 00
Photo Name Position Profile
Anca Atanasiu photo Mrs Anca Atanasiu Managing Associate
Andrei Boian photo Mr Andrei Boian Managing Associate
Emanuel Băncilă photo Mr Emanuel Băncilă Senior Partner, Leader of the tax controversy practice
Radu Diaconu photo Mr Radu Diaconu Managing Partner
Nicoleta Gheorghe photo Mrs Nicoleta Gheorghe Managing Associate
Andra Iftemie photo Ms Andra Iftemie Managing Associate
Stefan Mantea photo Mr Stefan Mantea Partner
Ana Mihai photo Ms Ana Mihai Managing Associate
Corina Muresan (Nicu) photo Mrs Corina Muresan (Nicu) Managing Associate
Gabriela Neagu photo Ms Gabriela Neagu Managing Associate
Georgiana Nichita photo Ms Georgiana Nichita Managing Associate
Alexandru Oana photo Mr Alexandru Oana Managing Associate
Alexandra Siminiceanu photo Ms Alexandra Siminiceanu Managing Associate
Călin Stan photo Mr Călin Stan Partner
Andrei Ștefanovici photo Mr Andrei Ștefanovici Partner
Number of lawyers : 2,400
at this office : 50
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CLIENT: Ionuț Bindea, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Roca Industry
COMPANY/FIRM: Roca Industry
TESTIMONIAL: “ROCA Industry is, among other things, about partnership and win-win. The Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL team understood our business principles, and, with a perfect professionalism, they led the transaction to completion, respectively a partnership from which both us and the sellers, but especially the company, stand to gain. We thank the Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL team for the way they understood our particularities, for the openness and for the pro-business orientation.”


CLIENT: Dorian Macovei, Managing Director BlackPeak Capital
COMPANY/FIRM: BlackPeak Capital
TESTIMONIAL: “We are delighted to be able to make a new investment in an entrepreneurial business with extraordinary potential in the future together with a team of legal professionals, such as the M&A team of Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații. I was impressed by the involvement and proactivity with which the two lawyers, Ștefan Mantea and Nicoleta Gheorghe, approached this project. I thank everyone for making this transaction happen in the best conditions!”


CLIENT: Mihai Anghel, Shareholder of GloriaFood
COMPANY/FIRM: GloriaFood
TESTIMONIAL: ”I would like to thank Radu și Asociații SPRL team for the legal assistance provided throughout the entire sale process. I value the contribution Ștefan Mantea had for the successful closing of the transaction.”


CLIENT: Ovidiu Andrieș, shareholder of Smart Diesel
COMPANY/FIRM: Smart Diesel
TESTIMONIAL: “I am delighted to have worked with the team of Radu și Asociații. Radu Diaconu and Ștefan Mantea had an essential contribution to the transaction and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their support.”

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