The Legal 500 > Europe, Middle East & Africa > Romania > Energy and natural resources

‘Tuca Zbarcea & Asociatii has a remarkable team of lawyers dealing with energy, oil and gas or mining issues. Their ability to deal with very large projects in these fields is remarkable as well. They have all the boxes covered and are quick to respond, meet tight deadlines and warn about potential issues. I have had a very good collaboration with them so far.’

‘They are creative, no doubt about that, and have a strong reputation for being one step ahead of the competition on several aspects. Nothing comes to my mind in particular, however this firm has had an incredibly proactive approach in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic as compared to some other law firms.’

‘TZA lawyers have in depth knowledge on market regulation and common practices, they can sense immediately the specifics of a legal issue and act proactively with advice and assistance on the matter raised by the client.’

‘In short: highly professional, with excellent technical abilities and efficient staffing. The energy team is one of the best in the country.’

‘Sorin Vladescu is the leader of the energy team. He is highly skilled, business savvy and very cerebral but very practical at the same time. To me, he is an authority in energy law.

‘Irina Moinescu has achieved a wealth of knowledge and expertise and delivers a consistent level of quality advice in matters relating to energy (electricity, renewables, gas etc). She explains issues in a clear language so that the client understands the risks.’

‘Cornel Popa is a sharp mind and an expert in the regulatory aspects of the oil and gas industry. He has an ability to look for win-win solutions which is particularly comforting.’

‘Gabriel Zbarcea: excellent negotiator, highly respected, outstanding client management skills.’

‘Nisa Jecu: She is a very competent lawyer, very efficient in manner and easy to work with. She demonstrated great intelligence, tenacity and commitment to client’s needs.’

‘The team is unique in their experience and understanding of the legal framework and it’s operation for the oil and gas industry. They have excellent relationships in place with key authorities who regulate and govern the industry. I consider the team to be unique in their depth of experience and understanding of the legal framework.’

‘I value the honesty and frankness of the team, it’s not often what I want to hear but they argue their point well. In particular I find Varinia Radu a highly professional and experienced practitioner.’

‘Excellent sector knowledge and relationships makes it Bucharest number one firm.’

‘Solid track record in the sector with lots of return clients which is proof of their delivery. Mainly driven by partners but also promising younger generation.’

‘Very experienced in the field of important infrastructure development projects. Well aware about the Romanian nuclear energy sector. Good practice in the field of international civil and particularly commercial law.’

‘They were very dedicated to our project and deeply involved in the negotiations we carried on at that time. And although the negotiations took a very long time, much longer than initially anticipated, the involvement of their team in this process never decreased. Until the end of the negotiation process they remained 100% committed to the project. 

‘Alina Birsan is an exceptional energy lawyer with deep sectoral insight and commercial mindset being able to cut through complex situations.’

‘Cristina Filip and her team have a unique way of putting things forward, narrowing it down to simple, transparent items that can be agreed upon by the parties. Her good knowledge of the market makes her very capable of adapting to new rules of play during discussions, meetings, negotiations. Cristina Filip is for sure the key element to their success. Her experience and implication makes her stand out but you cannot do this if the team does not work.’

‘Strong legal knowledge, sound judgment, and unusually responsive. Great to work with.’

‘Ruxandra Bologa – experienced, strong advocate, sound judgment, and firm convictions. Clarity of thought and vision. Great appreciation for the big picture and political landscape.’

‘This practice is unique because they are patient, knowledgeable in the matters we contact with and also extremely easy to have a conversation with. They also provide help in a timely manner. Bogdan Cordos has been exceptional in handling matters professionally and in a timely manner. He is also extremely easy to work with. Definitely a people person with knowledge in required matters.’

‘They provide exceptional quality even in the volatile Romanian environment. We have been cooperating for many years now and they have never let me down.’

‘The team combines the international reach of Schoenherr with detailed knowledge of local legal and practical issues. Their extensive experience in the sector gives them a genuine sector edge rather than energy being part of their overall practice. It also means they have excellent relationships with the relevant government and other agencies as well as all the major players: if you have an issue they will have seen it before and know how to solve it.’

‘The team is very diverse and their technology is top notch as you would expect from an international firm.’

‘They are well organised and they are provide quick reply covering various and complex issues. In case some legal issues needs different kind of expertise they bring inside the working teams lawyers covering not only the main aspect but also other issues in connection with the scope of work.’

‘Monica Cojocaru leads the team and is a very experienced sector expert. Very responsive, hugely knowledgeable and a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Within complex matters as the ones arising from business operations within the renewable energy sector in Romania, it is of utmost importance to take care with the detail, and due command of the legislation and business requirements, and on that the law firm is extremely strong.’

‘This practice proves to be very helpful and the information that in-house peers provided was always accurate and exhaustive. Their availibility is among their main strengths compared to other big firms which do not always find the time to answer immediate requests. Another strong point is their good knowledge in the field of renewable energy in their country as well as their expertise on the operational level and this is the main reason why we keep on requesting their assistance whenever needed.’

‘Bondoc si Asociatii are a unique blend of quality legal assistance and a deep understanding of the business environment.’

‘I clearly highlight Cosmin Stavaru as one of the most experienced lawyers in Romania in the renewables energy domain, bringing always substantial value added to our projects and securing properly our position as client.’

‘Monica Bondoc is a knowledgeable lawyer, always on-time with deliverables, and a very good understanding of the business environment.’

‘A trusted adviser in Romania for us, very diligent and supportive at all hours. Worked well with their other European offices on a complex deal involving a number of counterparties.’

‘Maria Tomescu is fantastic, definitely one to watch. She knows her stuff, is fearless (while perfectly polite and patient) in making it known to the other side.’

‘Very hands on and execution focused.’

‘Their advice always brought tremendous value to our operations and deals. They know the industry intimately and are very familiar with cross-border matters. What we especially value is that the advice they give is always very business-oriented and judicious.’

‘The entire billing process is swift, transparent and most important, it reflects the already agreed discussion. Their staff is very welcoming and ready to help with any questions or logistical matter our office might have.’

‘Oana Ijdelea is exceptionally smart and gives impeccable advice. Anca Mihailescu is well-read and very hard-working.’

‘Iustinian Captariu and his team are reliable lawyers; always very proactive and available to answer even with tight deadlines. Their knowledge of the energy sector and input to our business are highly appreciated and valuable.’

‘Professional and well balanced.’

‘The team at Suciu Popa is very dynamic and professional. Very straightforward and no time wasted. Because of their dynamic profile, they are very collaborative with peers and workflows and synergies come naturally.’

‘Miruna Suciu and Luminita Popa stand out through their seniority and high quality advice. They are both very implicated in supervising the firm’s projects. Partner Dan Ciobanu is also to be noted for his professionalism.’

‘What I particularly like about this team is the fact that they really know the energy sector, understand the technicalities and go beyond the legal aspects, which is rare for lawyers. They are also quick to respond and easy to work with. Ramona is among the few Romanian lawyers that understands the ins and outs of the energy business and always comes up with great solutions to our needs.’

‘Deep market understanding and very good boutique alternative in their sector. Sabin and Ramona Volciuc are very committed and responsive; understand the legal environment and what drives clients commercially.’

‘The firm is one of the best boutique firms dealing with energy matters. Our particular relationship involves oil and gas, but we are aware of their experience in solar as well. The firm is reliable, effective and with a fast response time. A dedicated team led efficiently by personable Ramona is a great asset. Ramona is personable, effective and clever. She is tenacious and dedicated to the cause, so that makes her stand out for me.’

‘They were efficient, got on top of the detail quickly and delivered on time.’

‘The individuals I worked with are extremely professional and knowledgeable. They are both reactive and proactive. The quality of their support is outstanding.’

‘The team has an extensive and in-depth knowledge and experience in the energy sector in Romania. It provides thorough information at once and full support. The team is very responsive. The cost estimates and billings are correct.’

‘Key strengths and capabilities are: Extremely knowledgeable of the Energy Market in Romania, including applicable law and regulations. In-house expertise on various specialist topics. Very well connected with official organizations in the energy industry in Romania, as well as the private sector, including investors.’

‘The firm seems to have a strong focus on innovations in people and technology. It has an easy and user friendly system of organising online meetings, even with large groups, and connecting to our team of attorneys by electronic means is very simple and a straightforward process.’

‘Professional, creative, pro-active and solution oriented: a true partner in all business dealings. Reliable, flexible, pleasant and professional co-operation, quick response times and excellent availability.’

‘We have been working with Marius Nita and Delia Pachiu for many years and have been accompanied through many regulatory changes. They respond within a short term, answer questions completely and handle all topics to our full satisfaction.’

‘Very good and experienced team. In depth knowledge of the Romanian market. Bruno Leroy is one of the most experienced business lawyer in the Romanian market.’