‘Professional individuals and team good work, delivered on time. Very good communication.’

‘Very well organized, informed and ready to take action at any time. Very well prepared professionally, great communicators. Able to provide integrated and innovative solutions.’

‘Exceptional professional background in the competition legislation, excellent knowledge and experience in the field. Quick availability and response to clients’ requests.’

‘The team stands out for its professionalism, good communication both within the team and in the relationship with clients, the ability to present information on time and in a clear manner.’

‘Each individuals has the qualities presented above for the team. I am honored to mention: Sorin David, Lucian Bozian, and Andreea Toncu.’

‘Sonia Voinescu and Gabriela Ifrin have a very good team spirit and fast reaction, passion for what they are doing, that it is clear for me.’

‘Highly professional team, good in understanding client’s needs and flexible in providing competent and efficient solutions tailored to such needs.’

‘Lucian Bozian stands out with his detailed expertise, pro-active attitude and qualified advice in competition compliance matters.’

‘Unique understanding and anticipation of client’s needs and challenges, highest level of professionalism, proactive approach, excellent adapted solutions, swift and clear response, excellent/the best knowledge of the market and market trends.’

‘Filip & Company is one of our closest and most trusted partners. With exceptionally strong ability to offer well documented arguments and draw reasonable and logical assumptions from limited information, time and resource management skills, they make every client feel like a priority. Due to their outstanding work ethics and knowledgeable partners and associates, they stand out as a reliable and professional law firm.’

‘Silviu Vasile stood out. Throughout our collaboration, Silviu has showed excellent understanding of our business model, as well as excellent analytical and research skills. He is able to process large volumes of information quickly and formulate effective strategies. Silviu also has exceptional writing skills and is a gifted public speaker. Moreover, we highly appreciate his effectiveness in task management and his persuasive communication skills.’

‘Very dynamic, innovative, very well understanding the business and come with proactive and well explained solutions. Also the approach of the team members is unique – positive and constructive, good rate of availability.’

‘Filip & Company’s team is a very well prepared one, business oriented, proactive, open-minded. All the projects that were done with their support was a success due to the lawyers that work in this firm.’

‘All the lawyers that were involved in our projects proved to have extensive knowledge and are both a business partner and a guardian for our company.’

‘We have always appreciated the way they respond to our requests, the efficiency, the quality of legal assistance services, the proactivity, the trust that has been built and consolidated throughout this period.’

‘The lawyers are extremely rigorous, attentive to detail, analytical and have a full understanding of the specifics of our business and our goals.’

‘I would like to express the highest appreciation for the services provided by the competition team of GNP. Throughout our projects, I have been consistently impressed by their exceptional expertise and remarkable dedication in handling competition-related matters. We have been working together for years and I trust their advice and guidance. Their collective effort and commitment have been instrumental in navigating the complex terrain of competition law, ensuring that our transactions were carried out smoothly and in full compliance with all relevant laws.’

‘The team’s impressive knowledge of competition law, attention to detail, and strategic thinking have been invaluable in safeguarding our interests and helping us make informed decisions. Their proactive approach to identifying potential issues and providing practical solutions has undoubtedly contributed to the successful outcomes of our transactions.’

‘My highest appreciation goes to Manuela Guia and to Otilia Vilcu, who we work with very much. Their leadership and guidance have been instrumental in ensuring the success of our projects. Otilia in particular demonstrates a profound understanding of competition law and has consistently also demonstrated a strategic approach in relation to the Competition Council authority and to our business needs.’

‘Patricia Avramescu played an important role for our competition projects. She showed a good grasp of competition law, as well as a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach in addressing potential challenges.’

‘A team at the highest professional, humane standard, which shows increased attention to details, a complex expertise in the matter of competition and a practical vision of the solutions it recommends.’

‘The partners ensure a component of the team in relation to the area of ​​expertise so that everyone’s contribution is substantial.’

‘The best law firm we have ever used in terms of antitrust matters. Good professionals, creative thinking, they never give up until they find a positive solution for the client!’

‘Manuela Guia is a very charismatic, business oriented, highly specialized lawyer! We are working with her for a very long time and built a very strong and trustful professional relationship. All her competition advice proved to be useful. She takes initiative even if we don’t ask specifically for her support, and we truly valued her intervention.’

‘A dynamic team.’

‘They have a desire to understand the business area in which the client operates, so that advice is tailored and not just general legal advice/solutions.’

‘Great competition law team with a good understanding of the market.’

‘Anca Diaconu is a young and aspiring partner.’

‘Anca Diaconu has been a dedicated member of the team, leading the associates, and guiding us directly. We’ve appreciated the input and dedication, the preventive measures given by all departments within the law firm for the best, fairest, and safest results in pursuing our plan. Andra Grozavu followed in her footsteps, contouring to be as capable as the partner, ensuring the perpetual development of the team, bringing in new, capable additions so that they could deliver more, better services to us and new clients as well.’

‘Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen team stands out from other lawyers in the market due to their vast experience and deep understanding of the business needs of the clients.’

‘Anca Diaconu is a very resourceful lawyer and her legal advice is always extremely clear, helpful and practical.’

‘The RTPR Team is fast and bold! What I love about them is that they speak on client’s language and they really understand the industry in which the company activates. I think they are excellent partners, an extension of the legal department.’

‘What I like about Valentin Berea is that he speaks on client’s language and he really understands the industry in which the company activates. I think he is an excellent partner, an extension of the legal department.’

‘The RTPR team is a longstanding partner for us, which we trust with our most intricate legal matters. The cooperation has always been outstanding – they are the perfect mix of legal expertise, hard work and creativity, hence we always trust that they would come up with the most creative and efficient solutions.’

‘Partner Valentin Berea is a very experienced antitrust litigator, who can pursue a case from stage one administrative phase all the way to a final ruling before local or even European courts, together with talented senior associate Andrada Rusan, who is also specialised in both competition litigation and day-to-day advice. On top of that, partner Roxana Ionescu also masters merger clearance and state aid matters.’

‘The team is composed of highly skilled legal professionals who are experts in EU and competition law. They have extensive experience in handling a wide range of legal matters within these areas.’

‘Great, well resourced team, covering the whole spectrum of competition matters – antitrust, state aid, merger control etc. They have the best antitrust litigation team. Very innovative when it comes to compliance training and they are also the most responsive lawyers I have worked with.’

‘Valentin Berea coordinates this practice and focuses on antitrust investigations and litigation. He is a strategic thinker, very creative, involved and passionate about what he does, which makes him wonderful to work with. Roxana Ionescu is a stellar merger control lawyer. She helped us get a merger clearance in record time, always super careful to every detail. Andrada Rusan is one of their associates, whom I have noticed to be extremely bright and hardworking, a truly rising star.’

‘Very good footprint in the central European region.’

‘Hands-on mentality, very strong responsibility.’

‘The team provided support with a difficult antitrust file in Romania. We have deeply appreciated the responsiveness and speed.’

‘The partner in charge of the matter, Georgiana Badescu, has been fully and personally involved in the matter from day one, providing valuable support on a daily basis. Georgiana’s knowledge, professionalism and her availability were crucial in the relationship and her understanding of the underlying business implications essential for the process.’

‘The Schoenherr team in Romania is a rare collection of professional people with strong knowledge from various fields.’

‘The positive work experience we had so far with this company, with the team of professionals there, determined us to continue this collaboration in the future.’

‘I would mention first of all the way in which they approached and tried to solve any problem that we flagged on the legal line, the accuracy of the answers given and the promptness with which they demonstrated the requests received from us.’

‘They have a strong reputation in competition matters. They provide concise advice, are flexible and perceptive. What makes them stand out is their client focus and practical and comprehensible advice.’

‘I was very impressed by the direct involvement of the responsible partner in our project from beginning to end. Always giving precise answers, and doing anything to make things move forward.’

‘Andreea Oprişan is an outstanding partner with business acumen.’

‘Knowledgeable partners.’

‘Andreea Oprisan is one of our oldest and dearest collaborators, well versed in competition matters, pleasant and fully dedicated to providing best-in-class legal advice.’

‘Very high level advice.’

‘Hands-on and no-nonsense approach towards complexity. Strong knowledge of authorities’ practices. Negotiation skills.’

‘We were required to find local Romanian counsel at short notice for a competition investigation and were very impressed with the availability of the partners and their ability to understand our business model and engage with the local team quickly to provide the confidence needed and deliver training at short notice.’

‘We worked with Gelu Goran, who delivered exactly what we asked for, prompted us to ask questions outside the box and was able to work with both the local team and HQ , great skills and very easy to work with.’

‘Deep expertise and procedural insights.’

‘Gelu Goran has top-notch credentials, a real instinct for what the regulator might be thinking and good access to case teams.’

‘The Biris Goran team is composed of exceptional lawyers, with in-depth knowledge of the law, as well as long-term experience with the competition authority. The team is extremely reactive, and responsive. They are also very client-oriented. It is a pleasure to work with them because I know that I can rely on them and that they will go the extra-mile for the client. Also, the communication is very good with them, whether by email or phone, so I am never in the dark regarding a case.’

‘I have had the opportunity to work with partner Gelu Goran and senior associate Razvan Bardicea on several merger control filings in Romania. Gelu, in addition to his in-depth knowledge of the law, has an imaginative mind and comes with alternative solutions in case an issue presents itself in the course of a deal. It is a pleasure to work with him as I know that whatever lies ahead, he will help us come through. Razvan is exceptionally thorough, with a great attention to detail. It is a pleasure to work with him as I know that I can fully rely on him.’

‘Gelu Goran is always available and a problem solver. Great to work with him.’

‘The Biris Goran SPARL team possess a profound knowledge of competition law, enabling them to offer comprehensive advice on a wide range of antitrust issues. They are client oriented, consistently putting the client’s needs first and adapting their advice and solutions to the client’s specific situation. Their responsiveness and accessibility make them a trusted partner in addressing even the moist complex legal challenges.’

‘Team is very well staffed – the firm is using its resources very efficiently involving professionals with the right level of experience but also in a cost efficient manner for the client. Counsels have very deep knowledge of the subject matter and also have robust experience with practical aspects. I feel very comfortable working with the team as they are looking for the best solution for the client and come up with creative yet practically feasible advice.’

‘Lucian Bondoc is very persistent, he professionally handles interactions with the stakeholders which are not always easy. He is very attentive to details and make sure all the aspects of the complex matters are clarified and verified. He also has good knowledge of the industry and commercial practices.’

‘Raluca Nadejde is very organized and has good project management skills. She effectively follows up on the matters and keeps projects under control. She effectively engages with the various contacts of the client to make sure all the needed data/information is collected and all the open matters are clarified. Raluca also has very deep knowledge of the competition law and specific industries’ commercial practices. ’

‘We perceive them as one of the few law firms in the market that can assist very professionally in any area of competition law. Very solid experience. React quickly. Business oriented.’

‘Very good professionals, work well together and promote holistic and pragmatic approaches. Attentive to detail and nuances. The core senior team of relevance for this area includes partners Lucian Bondoc and Raluca Nadejde.’

‘We rely deeply on the experience and professionalism of the team at Bondoc si Asociații and on their cross-practice capabilities.’

‘I believe that they balance very well the key ingredients of what I expect from top tier competition lawyers, namely: (i) in-depth knowledge of the law, precedents and latest trends of the competition authorities; (ii) a pragmatic approach which derives from a sound understanding of the business needs of the client, (iii) clear communication and (iv) hard working/speed/efficiency.’

‘The team has very extensive experience in any competition issues which may arise in the pharma industry, which enables them to offer prompt, cost effective and very business oriented advice.’

‘The EU and Competition team offers excellent legal expertise and specific solutions that consistently meet our expectations.’

‘Livia Zamfiropol’s strategic competition law expertise make her a outstanding specialist in EU and competition law. Alina Lăcătus and Răzvan Pele are also very well appreciated specialists in competition law, with very good knowledge and special attention to detail in finding the efficient solutions.’

‘Good technical knowledge explained in an accessible way.’

‘Livia Zamfiropol is a very experienced lawyer who gives definitive and clear advice, which gives you the comfort to implement projects, even if similar projects were never done before.’

‘Exceptional results.’

‘Very supportive, high quality deliverables, deadlines met.’

‘Extremely professional and experienced with competition law. Straight to object advice and able to build great strategies in terms of compliance.’

‘This practice is unique in terms of the team we have worked with, especially Alina Lacatus, who was always involved and close to our legal matter, also both warm and kind, a true fighter for justice. We always felt in good hands and taken care of.’

‘PNSA lawyers are very careful and pay attention to our concerns and requests. What we really appreciated was their fast reaction when we need support in relation with the competition council in Romania.’

‘Mihaela Ion is a very high skilled and dedicated lawyer in the competition law area. Apart from her deep knowledge, she also knows how to communicate with business people so to gain their trust and she speaks the same language.’

‘Mihaela Ion is a market authority in antitrust matters.’

‘The Reff team I have worked with is very dynamic, flexible, well trained and documented, shows high availability to the client’s needs and inspires confidence in success. They managed very well the projects carried out together and provided support in all matters within their area of expertise, even exceeding the strict scope of contract.’

‘I would describe the individual lawyers I have worked with as as highly qualified, reliable professionals, and at the same time with a pleasant relaxed and informal way of dealing with the client.’

‘They have a dedicated department for the field of competition, with well-trained people with vast experience in the field, they know how to organize and manage projects very well, they are dedicated and helpful.’

‘We were pleasantly surprised by the extensive knowledge in the field of competition possessed by Florentina Munteanu and Andrea Grigoras and by the position adopted by them in this field. They showed a positive attitude towards our problems and offered us immediate help, identifying pro business solutions.’

‘What sets them apart other firms is the remarkable expertise of their team. Each member we have been in contact with, possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the EU and competition law, making them a formidable partner in this field.’

‘I always appreciated their commitment to any of our cases. They go above and beyond to understand our needs and to deliver solutions that meet our expectations and move us to a desirable outcome. Their track record of successful cases make them one of the industry leaders in this field.’

‘A client focused, fast, reliable and solution oriented approach is what makes the people we work with stand out. Our two main collaborators are Florentina Munteanu and Andrea Grigoras.’

‘What truly sets the firm’s Competition Law practice apart is their business-oriented approach, unwavering commitment to efficiency, and dedication to building enduring relationships. They don’t just possess an in-depth understanding of Romanian competition law; they apply that knowledge in a way that delivers immediate business benefits to clients. The team provides swift and efficient solutions, further nurturing long-term trust-based relationships with clients. Their commitment to diversity and transparent billing practices completes this client-centered approach, resulting in strong and lasting partnerships.’

‘Very proactive and experienced in handling cases with complex factual background. Pragmatic and clear, but at the same time also a creative approach to resolving challenges faced by the client. Highly available when support is most needed, both professionally and personally approachable (really warm, engaged and caring relationship to clients). Great knowledge exchange and cooperation in-house (across the different EU offices). Romanian office very strong in the EU and competition field.’

‘Anca Jurcovan – partner and in our opinion the most prominent lawyer of the Wolf Theiss Romania office. Competition law expert, but also highly skilled in taxation matters. Professional, knowledgeable, involved, supportive and extremely dedicated to the client. Very focused, diligent and meticulous. Backed by dedicated and experienced team. A crucial support where to legally back the adoption of strategy decisions.’

‘Their network across Austria, Romania, and several other member states was very useful and their speed and quality of service was very good to excellent in conference.’

‘Anca Juvcovan was excellent in particular at taking our clients through complex issues in conference. Claudia Andreescu was good on FSR.’

‘Network, perseverance, the right attitude and the right approach.’

‘What sets Dentons apart is not just its team’s impressive knowledge but also the lawyers’ ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Raul Mihu has a remarkable talent for breaking down intricate issues, making them accessible to all members of our team.’

‘Raul is smart, sophisticated and great to work with. His expertise in competition law is truly exceptional, and he went above and beyond to provide insightful and strategic guidance for our team. He has been personally involved during the entire process, from dawn raid to issue of the decision.’

‘Kinstellar has multi country expertise. That is why they are able to easily understand the challenges and the preoccupations of clients. They are very responsive and client oriented. They provide legal advice going beyond what is requested by the client being able to orient the clients toward risks and legal issues they may face when implementing planned solutions. Kinstellar is able not only to advise the clients on legal questions but also liaise them with business experts when necessary.’

‘Catalin Graure has extensive expertise in the field of competition law on EU and local level (Romania). Besides, he is very implicated in his work and responsive to clients’ needs.’

‘Very knowledgeable and experienced team, clear leaders in their market. One stop shop for all your needs, well versed in issues concerning merger control and foreign investment control and no strangers to big ticket deals. Overall a great pleasure to work with Kinstellar’s Romanian competition law team.’

‘Very knowledgeable and responsive. Fast to respond to urgent requests and always willing to go an extra mile for all clients’ needs. Special note to Catalin Graure who helped to navigate our deal with great skill and dedication.’

‘The team is very competent and reliable. They propose proactive ideas to solve issues and they manage the process from the beginning to the end.’

‘The team is expert in all areas of competition law, particularly in merger control and anti-competitive practices. They are highly responsive, provide excellent work and have been of great assistance in handling international cases in both English and French. The billing structure is very fair and transparent.’

‘Iustinian Captariu and Catalin Graure are excellent technicians who maintain very good relations with competition authorities. They are very proactive, provide business-oriented solutions to clients in both English and French, with great responsiveness. The experience has always been excellent. We highly recommend them for merger control and anti-competitive practices.’

‘Professional and quick handling of multi-jurisdictional merger filings in the jurisdictions in which they are present; great responsiveness and flexibility; good contacts with the relevant authorities.’

‘We trust them completely with highly sophisticated mandates. Very business-oriented lawyers, providing solutions that support the achievement of our company’s business goals. We strongly recommend them for competition related matters.’

‘Multi-disciplinary team, very capable of approaching our legal issues from multiple angles. The fact that Musat & Asociatii is a full-service firm is a big plus for the clients. The lawyers are highly skilled, understand our business and our needs, can predict risks and provide solutions to mitigate them.’

‘Paul Buta is a versatile, very reliable and highly skilled lawyer. He always provides highly valuable insights and innovative legal solutions.’

‘Manuela Lupeanu has a vast knowledge of antitrust matters and is a very committed lawyer, we appreciate having her in our legal team.’

‘A very experienced team in the competition area, handling very complex mandates. Their lawyers are highly skilled and able to look at problems from various angles, measuring the legal, commercial and economic impact and providing suitable solutions. Our industry is a highly regulated one and Musat & Asociatii team has always proved that they understand completely the legal challenges related to the competition in the pharmaceutical sector.’

‘Great team, we trust their advice 100%. They are innovative, dedicated, hardworking, providing impeccable level of legal services. The team at Musat & Asociatii is very responsive, also able to anticipate legal issues and offer strategic advice. Paul George Buta – outstanding lawyer, having extensive expertise in the competition field; acknowledged as one of the leading competition lawyers in Romania.’

‘Manuela Lupeanu – highly reliable competition law expert, dedicated to the client’s needs.’

‘Musat & Asociatii is a leading firm in the competition area, we have an excellent collaboration. They have solid expertise and provide strategic advice on competition mandates. We have been working with the firm for some time now and we see them as a strategic partner for our company. They are very pragmatic and make sure we navigate safely the complex antitrust landscape.’

‘Their actions and reactions are very quick and always to the point. They supported us at all times in a very professional, factually competent and well-structured manner. The multilingualism (in our experience, fluent Romanian, German and English) is also a big advantage.’

‘Noerr supported us with a strong team, with a lot of experience. We were able to trust a team with decades of experience in the M&A sector. They have advised us in various teams on different topics (corporate law, tax, antitrust law). They understand quickly our concerns and proactively point out latent risks. Their international network and experience also helps in the communication and in understanding of the clients needs and expectations.’

‘As a client who has worked closely with the team for several years now, I can attest to their unparalleled commitment, extensive knowledge of competition and state-aid law, and unwavering dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes in every mandate. We are lucky to have this team on our side and we couldn’t have hoped for a better one. What sets ZRVP apart from others in the field is their unique combination of strengths and capabilities: deep industry insight, a team you can rely on in every situation, people you can talk to, who explain, clarify, work with the client on the best legal strategy, expose potential risks and opportunities and steer you in the right direction. This is what makes a legal team an exceptional one.’

‘The team at ZRVP is analytic, knowledgeable, and decisive when it comes to critical matters. I couldn’t be more pleased with Elena Iacob’s commitment to get things done and ability to understand our business needs. She is very analytical and precise as well as very commercially aware.’

‘Very good knowledge about legal domain in Romania and surrounding countries, especially in the aviation sector.’

‘We had a project in connection with RCC as a result of an acquisition. We were extremely satisfied of the dedication and realistic approach in preparing all documentation and participating to all interviews with the authority. Also, extremely fast in preparing documentation and thorough in follow ups.’

‘Individuals participating to our project were intensely dedicated to the project, sharp, realistic, professional, behaving like they were part of our company’s team and not lawyers/consultants.’