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act | Botezatu Estrade Partners
9 Gheorghe Moceanu
011924, District 1
Bucharest
Romania

Romania > Energy and natural resources Tier 3

The energy and natural resources team at act | Botezatu Estrade Partners ‘operates as a comprehensive, one-stop-shop for the energy law practice area and the industry sector as a whole‘. Working in collaboration with the firm’s corporate, competition and dispute resolution departments, the team specialises in work in the power and gas sectors. Matters span trading, PPAs, distribution, supply, and upstream power generation including from renewable energy sources. Regulatory expert Stefan Botezatu leads the team and is descibed as ‘a benchmark in the Romanian energy sector‘.

Practice head(s):

Stefan Botezatu

Other key lawyers:

Laura Estrade

Testimonials

‘The team is extremely proactive – their advice is not only about emphasising risks, but about finding solutions. They think beyond the actual mandate, are quick to understand the issue at hand while delivering sound and practical advice.’

‘The team operates as a comprehensive, one-stop-shop for the energy law practice area and the industry sector as a whole. Their in-depth understanding of industry mechanisms, coupled with their involvement in our most significant mandates, sets them apart.’

‘Stefan Botezatu is clearly a benchmark in the Romanian energy sector. Stefan stands out for his unparalleled experience in the sector, extensive knowledge, and strong business acumen. ’

‘Their unceasing commitment to being the premier law firm specializing in energy law drives our mandates to successful outcomes. From partners to associates, they are exceptionally well-prepared to handle our most complex mandates.’

‘Undoubtedly one of the market’s top departments, act Botezatu Estrade Partners’ Energy and Natural Resources team is our preferred counsel and external partner.’

‘Stefan is our go-to energy lawyer and one of the most seasoned professionals in the legal arena. His comprehensive understanding of the sector and dedicated service to our business make him an invaluable asset.’

‘Their astute knowledge of both local and international regulations has been evident in our interactions and their advice has always been precisely tailored to align with the specific needs and challenges encountered in our projects.’

‘Throughout our collaboration, their team has consistently demonstrated a profound understanding and exceptional prowess in navigating the complex and dynamic landscape of energy regulatory issues in Romania.’

Key clients

Delgaz Grid

E.ON Energie Romania

E.ON SE (E.ON Germany)

E.ON Romania

Electrica

Tinmar Energy

Eco Euro Doors (part of ROCA Industry group)

Work highlights

  • Advised E.ON Energie Romania and Delgaz Grid challenging regulated tariffs and related matters.
  • Advised E.ON Romania in the context of REPower Europe and the targeted measures to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy sources taken European-wide.

Romania > Real estate and construction Tier 4

act | Botezatu Estrade Partners‘s real estate team has an ‘excellent understanding of the sector, both from a technical and commercial perspective‘, with experience spanning sales and leaseback projects, lease negotiations for both landlords and tenants, and matters in the retail and logistics sectors. Practice head Mihaela Posirca is ‘a true asset to the client’s team‘, with notable expertise in the retail sector and experience supporting forestry and agriculture clients.

Practice head(s):

Mihaela Posirca

Testimonials

‘The work always goes smoothly, and the team is very reactive and result-oriented. They have an excellent understanding of the sector.’

‘Mihaela Posirca is the main contact in this practice area. She is nice, practical and a true professional. She’s a pleasure to work with and she’s a true asset to the client’s team.’

‘The team stands out for its qualified individuals who exhibit a strong collaborative spirit, as their ability to work seamlessly as a cohesive unit greatly benefits us.’

‘We highly appreciate Mihaela Posirca for her exceptional ability to find solutions and support them with relevant, compelling arguments. She is a true problem solver. ’

‘The team at Botezatu Estrade Partners is truly exceptional. Their strengths lie not only in their legal expertise but also in their deep understanding of the real estate and construction industries.’

‘The individuals at Botezatu Estrade Partners exhibit an unparalleled level of expertise and experience in their respective fields.’

‘I have found the partners and associates I’ve worked with to be truly dedicated to their clients. They take the time to listen and understand the specific needs and objectives of each client.’

‘The team at Botezatu Estrade Partners demonstrates exceptional strategic thinking. They are not merely reactive but proactive in identifying potential issues and opportunities for their clients.’

Key clients

Louis Delhaize and Galimmo Groups

Element Industrial

Romania Hypermarche (Cora)

Sodexo Pass Romania

Teva Pharmaceuticals

Aluti & Vlasi

Aquicella Trading

Work highlights

  • Assisted  Louis Delhaize with the sale and leaseback of Cluj commercial centre to the Romanian real estate developer Studium Green.
  • Assisted Aquicella on the sale of warehouse premises, including the setting up of the related virtual data room, negotiations with the buyer as well as renegotiations with the related tenant.

Romania > EU and competition

Stefan Botezatu heads up the practice at act | Botezatu Estrade Partners, which has established strength in advising on energy-related competition matters.

Founded by Stefan Botezatu (formerly Partner with international law firm Gide and CEE law firm Kinstellar) and Laura Estrade (formerly Associate with Gide and Counsel with Kinstellar), act Botezatu Estrade Partners (act legal Romania) is the local office of act legal, an international law firm with independent offices. With 11 offices strategically located in the region’s most important markets and a network of over 400 professionals, act legal offers extensive experience and market knowledge.

Our team consists of agile, innovative, result-oriented, and flexible lawyers who have been carefully selected from top international and local law firms, including Allen&Overy, Clifford Chance, Gide, Kinstellar, Schoenherr, Tuca Zbarcea & Asociatii. With an impressive track record of achievements in high-profile transactions and complex disputes across various practice areas, our lawyers share the same values and culture, reflecting our commitment to being an agile, bold, and flexible legal advisor.

Unlike traditional international law firms, act legal offices are uniquely positioned as independent offices with efficient structures that combine the performance profile of an international law firm with the personalized service and agility of a mid-size firm. Our commitment to high quality, fair pricing, efficient bespoke processes, and strong partner involvement sets us apart from major international law firms, making act legal an attractive alternative.

At act legal, we serve as a one-stop shop, providing comprehensive cross-border regional full-service legal support to companies and investors seeking to establish or expand their business in continental Europe. Our expertise and in-depth understanding of the local markets enable us to deliver tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

act legal offices:

Practice areas:

  • Energy
  • Competition
  • Corporate M&A
  • Real estate
  • White-collar crime
  • Litigation and arbitration
  • Employment
  • Tech+Digital
  • Restructuring and insolvency
  • Banking, finance and financial services
Department Name Email Telephone
Managing Partner Stefan Botezatu stefan.botezatu@actlegal-bep.com +40 756 049 286
Partner Laura Estrade laura.estrade@actlegal-bep.com +40 745 625 882
Partner Mihaela Poșircă mihaela.posirca@actlegal-bep.com +40 756 088 916
Partner Stelian Mic stelian.mic@actlegal-bep.com +40 740 053 445
Partner Barna Bolonyi barna.bolonyi@actlegal-bep.com +40 740 160 814
Partner Valeriu Timus valeriu.timus@actlegal-bep.com +40 751 151 152
Partner Andrei Croitoru andrei.croitoru@actlegal-bep.com +40 748 063 502
Partner Iustina Oblu iustina.oblu@actlegal-bep.com +40 745 044 755
Photo Name Position Profile
Stefan Botezatu photo Mr Stefan Botezatu Managing Partner
Laura Estrade photo Mrs Laura Estrade Partner
Mihaela Posirca photo Mrs Mihaela Posirca Partner
Number of partners : 8
Number of lawyers : 18
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