Popescu & Asociatii's reputation as a top player in the Romanian market of full-service firms makes it a reliable choice as local counsel in cross-border matters, and the team is regularly instructed on foreign companies’ initial entrances into the country. Anca Simeria has disparate experience in M&A, and she co-leads the practice group with Loredana Popescu, who has acted in major matters in the retail and transport sectors. Managing partner Octavian Popescu lends his considerable experience to this practice area, while on the more junior side, Mirela Cazacu frequently assists.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is highly responsive, collaborative, and able to handle complex matters efficiently. Clients can expect clear guidance, strategic thinking, and personalised attention.’
- ‘Working with Octavian Popescu and Anca Simeria has been a consistently positive experience. Octavian brings a calm, strategic perspective to every matter, helping to navigate complex issues while keeping the bigger picture in mind. I’ve always appreciated his ability to explain complicated legal points clearly and to make practical, actionable recommendations. Anca is incredibly thorough and attentive. She anticipates potential challenges before they arise and communicates clearly, making the process much smoother and less stressful. Together, they create a supportive and effective team that feels genuinely committed to the client’s success.’
- ‘Popescu & Asociatii stands out through its combination of deep legal expertise and a very pragmatic, business-oriented approach. The team is highly responsive, always available to provide clear and effective guidance, even in complex and time-sensitive matters. What sets them apart compared to other firms is their ability to anticipate risks and propose solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable.'
- 'Collaboration within the team is seamless, with each lawyer bringing strong technical knowledge and a proactive mindset. They also show flexibility in billing and are open to adopting innovative approaches, including digital tools for document management and communication, which makes cooperation efficient and transparent. For us, they are a trusted long-term partner rather than just a legal advisor.’
- 'Loredana Popescu - solid lawyer, handles corporate reorganisations very well.'
- ‘Anca Simeria - I work with her most on M&A. She has this ability to see problems before they happen. Many times she told me "if we do like this, you'll have tax issue next year" or "this clause will block you from selling later". She thinks ahead. Very calm person also - when negotiations get difficult, she stays professional.'
Key clients
- MANITU SOLAR RUSTLER PROPERTY SERVICES RO SRL RECARO AUTOMOTIVE SIRMA GROUP HOLDING JSC BANCA TRANSILVANIA A&S INTERNATIONAL 2000 OCULUS MEDICAL BAI TERMALE ACAS METLEN ENERGY & METALS SOMETRA S.A. SINAIA FOREVER
Work highlights
Providing legal assistance and representation to A&S INTERNATIONAL 2000 on its exit from the business in favour of a Chinese investment fund, preparing and reviewing the transaction documents and assisting the client during the negotiations of the entire documentation regarding the share deal.
Advising OCULUS MEDICAL on all the regulatory parts of the company’s activity, which involved the authorisation of the medical clinic to carry on corneal transplant surgeries by the National Agency for Transplants.
Advising SINAIA FOREVER, a local company owed by the local administration authority of Sinaia, which manages the public and private domain of the town, on the corporate side and issues related to company management and corporate governance.
Practice head
Anca Simeria; Loredana Popescu
Other key lawyers
Octavian Popescu; Mirela Cazacu