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Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii has a comprehensive TMT practice that acts for some of the largest telecoms and media groups in the country. The practice has been very active on the transactional front in the past year, advising on several cross-border deals, and is also noted for its procurement and outsourcing expertise. The team also provides strong regulatory and litigation support, having appeared before authorities such as the National Authority for Consumer Protection. Cătălin Băiculescu and Vlad Cercel are leading figures in the market.

bpv Grigorescu Stefanica's standing in the market is confirmed by the calibre of its technology and media clients, and the variety of its work. From international IT giants such as Google, to local technology start-ups, Cătălin Grigorescu's team provides a comprehensive service. The firm has also set up BAC Grigorescu Capital Advisors, a joint venture with the regional investment bank BAC Investment Banking, which supports IT and technology start-ups with listing on Romania's alternative trading system, AeRO.

CMS has an excellent track record representing major TMT companies on their most important matters. In recent work, the firm advised on some of the market's largest M&A and outsourcings, and the team is extremely experienced in related regulatory, competition and public procurement issues. The firm's integrated CEE network and close links to the UK makes it a top choice for multinationals. Horea Popescu has a very active presence in this sector.

Filip & Company acts for some of the largest telecoms and media companies in the country. The cross-departmental team's has been particularly busy handling numerous matters for RCS & RDS, including corporate, financing, regulatory, and copyright issues. The practice also has a strong IT component, acting for leading developers in areas such as robotic automation and e-commerce. Alexandru Birsan leads he team, which also includes litigation head Catalin Alexandru and corporate partner Eliza Baias.

Musat & Asociatii has strong transactional, regulatory and litigation expertise and acts for an impressive range of multinational IT and telecoms clients. The team regularly provides strategic advice on data protection and cybersecurity issues, and often represents clients before regulatory bodies such as the National Authority for Management and Regulation in Communications (ANCOM). Practice head Iulian Popescu has a formidable reputation for regulatory matters, while Razvan Stoicescu has good transactional expertise.

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen has a top-notch standalone TMT practice, which acts for some of the largest telecoms companies in the market. Advice covers a wide range of areas including regulatory, litigation, transactional, and assistance with obtaining relevant authorisations. The team also has a good standing the technology market, where it is well equipped to handle major outsourcing and procurement projects. Adina Chilim-Dumitriu has an excellent reputation.

Bondoc si Asociatii SCA acts for a mix of major clients in the media, technology and telecoms space. The work includes data privacy advice, particularly to media and IT clients, as well as corporate support. The team has particularly good experience advising non-technology clients, including those in the life sciences sector, on the evolution of technology within their industries, and how to apply it to new projects and ventures. Monica Iancu and Lucian Bondoc lead the team.

DLA Piper Dinu SCA is an increasingly popular destination for technology start-ups and venture capital firms seeking legal advice. The firm has good experience advising clients in the AI, e-commerce, software development, fintech and telecoms sectors. This includes guidance on M&A, seed funding, regulatory and compliance, and related IP, tax and employment issues. Ana-Maria Andronic is the key name.

Kinstellar is a popular choice with IT, media and telecoms clients, particularly when it comes to the implementation of multi-jurisdictional projects. Bogdan Bibicu has good expertise in the full range of regulatory, data protection, cybersecurity, and advertising issues, and also provides strong support on M&A and outsourcing deals. The firm is also praised for its related pro bono advice to NGOs.

Popovici Nitu Stoica & Asociatii provides a comprehensive service to its broad client base. The team has recently acted for several major international IT companies on their entry into the Romanian market. It provides strong contentious and non-contentious support on major public procurement contracts and is highly experienced in negotiating broadcast transmission agreements. Ernest-Virgil Popovici, Silviu Stoica and Florian Niţu are all jey names in this area.

RTPR | Radu Taracila Padurari Retevoescu SCA acts for a broad cross-section of domestic and international clients, and offers comprehensive support on transactional, litigation and related regulatory matters. The firm is especially strong on cross-border matters and IP protection. Mihai Ristici and managing partner Costin Tărăcilă are highly experienced in this area.

Voicu & Filipescu SCA is a popular choice for strong support on outsourcing, management services, regulatory compliance, and specialised areas such as network reviews, and interconnection and access charges. The firm acts for several major IT, telecoms and management consultants. Marta Popa has a good reputation.

Corina Papuzu leads the team at Buzescu Ca, which is highly regarded by clients. The firm is particularly strong on related regulatory and corporate issues, acting for clients from within and outside the sector on their technology and data issues. Recently, the group has advised several household names on the notification of data breaches and data transfer procedures.

Eversheds Sutherland Romania's client list includes several high-profile telecoms companies, which it advises on a range of day-to-day, regulatory, restructuring and commercial issues. Cristian Lina has a long track record representing major clients in the market.

Reff & Associates SCA has been kept busy recently advising clients on their GDPR compliance issues. The team also has solid expertise assisting with electronic signatures, IP, outsourcing, e-commerce and digital media matters. The group, which is led by corporate head Georgiana Singurel, also advises TMT clients on transactional issues.

Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law has a good track record advising technology start-ups and venture capital funds on the full range of transactional, regulatory and day-to-day issues. Managing partner Silviu Stratulat handles the transactional side, while Ana Maria Kusak is strong on IP, media, and advertising issues.

Wolf Theiss has good expertise advising clients from a variety of sectors on major IT projects and their network requirements. The team also acts for several significant telecoms operators on a wide range of regulatory, transactional and litigation issues, and has been very active on the GDPR front. Maria Maxim leads the team.