Synonymous with excellence in dispute resolution, Zamfirescu Racoti Vasile & Partners remains a leader in domestic litigation, and local and international arbitration. Its multidisciplinary offering is a boon to a broad spectrum of clients, and the firm has a notable foothold in the corporate and financial sectors, while also acting for government and state-owned entities and private clients. Possessing ‘qualities that define exceptional legal professionals’, the group includes several of the market’s standout lawyers. Senior partner and founder Calin-Andrei Zamfirescu is a leading name in the field, and Stan Tirnoveanu is the contact to note for banking litigation and insolvency. Cosmin Vasile leads the arbitration offering and has experience of some of the market’s highest-profile cases. Construction and energy cases are a strength for Cosmin Cojocaru, while Monica Strimbei’s broad practice includes a focus on capital markets disputes. Violeta Saranciuc handles international arbitration and litigation, as well as competition, matters, and IP practice head Alina Tugearu is also a key contact for related international arbitration work. Alexandru Iorgulescu, Ovidiu Serban and Andrei Dumitrescu round out the roster of recommended practitioners.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Zamfirescu Racoti Vasile & Partners distinguish themselves through qualities that define exceptional legal professionals: highly focused, relentless dedication and a client-first mindset. The team combines sharp legal acumen with a deep understanding of client needs, demonstrating an ability to approach highly complex matters with precision and efficiency.'
- ‘A practice which combines excellency, experience and effectiveness, packed in a reasonable budget.’
- ‘Cosmin Vasile is a still young but talented and experienced litigator, with a proven track record.’
- ‘Essentially visionaries, the ZRVP team consists of excellent litigators that know how to tackle any complex and sensitive case.’
- ‘Cosmin Vasile is the strategist, an incredible mind that sees many steps ahead. Ovidiu Serban is an excellent litigator who gets through to any complicated case. Alina Tugearu pays attention to details and has the capacity to synthesise the essentials to get the judges to focus on the core issues.’
- ‘Cosmin Vasile is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He is highly skilled, has the most creative ideas, and an exceptional oratory style.’
Key clients
- OMV Petrom Alro/Vimetco ING Bank Raiffeisen Bank Kronospan Aktor SA Greece IMMOFINANZ/CPI PROPERTY GROUP Electrica SA Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) Franklin Templeton – manager of Fondul Proprietatea S.A.
Work highlights
Represented Fondul Proprietatea SA in a corporate dispute related to the share capital increase of National Company Bucharest Airports.
Assisting Electrica Group with three litigation cases which aim to have Electrica (and members of the same group) cease the use of its logo and brand for alleged infringement of IP rights, with separate relief sought for damages.
Representation of Romania’s Ministry of Finance in a London-seated LCIA arbitration concerning a dispute over the Casa Radio Project.
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Practice head
Calin-Andrei Zamfirescu; Stan Tirnoveanu; Cosmin Vasile; Alina Tugearu; Monica Strimbei; Andrei Dumitrescu; Ovidiu Serban; Cosmin Cojocaru; Violeta Saranciuc; Alexandru Iorgulesc