Paula Corban-Pelin > DLA Piper Dinu SCA > Bucharest, Romania > Lawyer Profile

DLA Piper Dinu SCA is active in a broad spectrum of energy and natural resources matters, with particular strength in the renewable energy sector. The group has established expertise in handling power purchase agreements, energy trading and oil and gas projects, as well as nuclear power issues. Marian Dinu and Paula Corban-Pelin co-head the practice. Dinu is sought after for her experience in assisting with acquisitions in the energy space, and Corban-Pelin is praised as ‘the go-to expert when it comes to subtleties of the energy field, particularly in renewables, where she excels‘. Florin Tineghe handles the real estate aspects of renewable energy projects, and the ‘highly experienced‘ Teodor Săbău assists with investigations in the energy sector.

Showcasing ‘a depth of knowledge that stands out in the market’, the practice at DLA Piper Dinu SCA has a robust presence in the domestic market, as well as utilising the DLA international network in assisting with Romanian components of international deals. Venture capital work and acting for start-ups are two areas of standout expertise for the group. Marian Dinu, ‘a key figure in Romania’s legal landscape’, leads the team, and Paula Corban-Pelin is a further contact to note, specialising in M&A in the energy and financial services sectors. Clients admire Oana Dutu-Buzura‘s ‘proactive mindset’ and she is a key contact for private equity matters. M&A and venture capital lawyer Cristina Bucur is an up-and-coming figure to note.