When it comes to cross-border deals in Romania, Clifford Chance Badea makes for a strong choice among the international firms represented in Bucharest. The corporate and M&A department is accomplished in assisting with Romanian law aspects of complex, region-spanning deals and has a notable list of clients that spans various industries. Clients admire the ‘very strong business acumen’ of Nadia Badea, and ’brilliant strategist and negotiator’ Loredana Ralea, who jointly lead the department. Radu Costin has a focus on matters in the financial services and healthcare sectors, and Ecaterina Burlacu has a broad practice assisting with corporate, private equity, M&A, and employment work.
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Testimonials
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‘The involved teams provide a solid performance and bring to the table unquestionable knowledge even in niche project and subject.’
‘Extensive experience of and knowledge in the Romanian market, hands-on approach, solution driven attitude, solid understanding of negotiation tactics and focus on the achievements, strategic thinking, 24/7 availability when needed.’
‘Very professional and skilled, unparalleled experience, fast thinkers, focus on the deliverables and achievements for the clients, trusted advisor.’
‘Clifford Chance Badea houses a superb M&A team. They have vast experience in the market, are very active and we trust their ability to handle any complex and sophisticated matter.'
'The team led by Nadia Badea and Loredana Ralea showed reliability and strong involvement during the transactions, providing comprehensive advice in a timely manner. They coordinated very well and we particularly appreciated that the entire deal execution team was visible, displaying breadth and depth of expertise across all levels of seniority.’
‘Nadia Badea has very strong business acumen and commercial awareness. She is exceptional at solving problems which really brings a great comfort during complex situations.'
'Loredana Ralea is by far one of the most experienced M&A lawyers on the market; she is handling complex legal matters with a pragmatic, result oriented approach, and is a brilliant strategist and negotiator.'
'Radu Costin's engagement and responsiveness were amazing.’
Key clients
- Enel Group
- J.C. Flowers & Co
- Actis
- Rezolv Energy
- PPC RENEWABLES
- PIB Group
- Arçelik
- Motor Oil
- Nala Renewables
- Nofar Energy
Work highlights
Advised Greece-based Motor Oil Renewable Energy Single Member S.A. on a 86-MW deal marking its entry into the Romanian renewable energy market.
Advised J.C. Flowers & Co. on the sale of First Bank to the Italian group Intesa.
Advised PIB Group, with backing from world leading private equity firms, Apax Funds and The Carlyle Group, on entering Romanian market through a first acquisition of 100% of the shares in a local insurance broker.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Loredana Ralea
Practice head
Nadia Badea; Loredana Ralea
Other key lawyers
Radu Costin; Ecaterina Burlacu