One of the notable legal forces in the CEE region, Kinstellar‘s Bucharest office has experience in cross-border dispute resolution of all forms, acting for a host of multinationals with operations in Romania. Remus Codreanu heads the practice group and is the lead contact on all of the firm’s litigation, arbitration, and white-collar crime cases. His support team includes Vlad Simion, a key member of litigation counsel teams; Andrei Covaliu, who acts in both arbitration and litigation; and Raluca Constantin, who has a focus on tax and regulatory litigation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team has proven its excellent ability to manage disputes with a high degree of complexity and very difficult procedural incidents, ensuring the adequate defense of the company.’

  • ‘Remus Codreanu ensured the defense in front of the court, proving excellent judicial communication skills and management of opportunities and procedural incidents for the benefit of the company.’

  • ‘Having had the pleasure of working with their team, I can confidently attest to their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to their clients.'

  • 'The lawyers at Kinstellar possess a deep understanding of the law and demonstrate a remarkable ability to navigate complex legal issues.’
  • ‘I was particularly impressed by Remus Codreanu and Andrei Covaliu. They expertly managed our complex lawsuit involving one of our partners. Their approach was characterized by meticulous attention to detail; exceptional care and diligence; consistent communication, keeping me well-informed; and continuous support throughout all stages of the legal proceedings. Their handling of the case was truly commendable.’

Key clients

  • Culiţă Tȃrȃţă
  • IGT Europe Gaming B.V.
  • Nitrogénművek
  • FBR Forest One SA
  • Maersk Logistic & Services Romania SRL
  • Dow Europe GmbH
  • Asset Business Solutions S.A.
  • PayPoint Services S.R.L.
  • Blue Projects
  • V.Ships

Work highlights

Advising businessman Culiţă Tȃrȃţă on a significant number of ongoing complex and high value civil, insolvency and criminal cases.
Representing Nitrogénművek in an ongoing cross border civil case against a Romanian agricultural company.
Representing FBR Forest One SA in a multidisciplinary court case against several environmental Romanian authorities.

Practice head

Remus Codreanu

Other key lawyers

Vlad Simion; Andrei Covaliu; Raluca Constantin