Public procurement claims and clinical negligence cases are two standout areas for the dispute resolution offering at Berechet Rusu Hirit. Adept across cases in the energy, real estate, and media spaces, the group is led by market-leading figure Mădălina Berechet, who receives client acclaim for her ‘strategic insight and deep understanding of the legal landscape’. Key support comes from Valentin Hirit, whose work includes administrative litigation, IP cases and various commercial lawsuits; and Ana–Maria Barbareso.
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Work Department

Litigation & Arbitration, Infrastructure & PPP, Real Estate, Taxation

Position

Partner

Career

Madalina is a respected litigator with invaluable expertise in all areas of dispute resolution, highly experienced in national and international litigation cases, having successfully managed numerous complex, sensitive and controversial issues.

Madalina’s practice includes many notorious lawsuits, with an ever-increasing portfolio of cases brought before the European Court of Human Rights.

Ranked as a leading individual in Dispute Resolution, Madalina “finds innovative solutions and is brilliant in the level of detail she works with”, being also recommended as an „impressive and tough litigator”.

Before founding Berechet Rusu Hirit, Madalina was partner of one of the largest independent law firms in Romania and afterwards has coordinated the dispute resolution department of another independent law firm.

Languages

English, French, Italian

Memberships

Bucharest Bar

Education

Ph. D. Candidate, Master Degree in Business Law, Degree in Law, University of Bucharest Law School

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  • ‘The team itself is great. It is a good work environment in total. People try their best to give you the results your looking for.’

  • ‘Madalina Berechet and Ana-Maria Barbareso have patience, dedication to the job, willing to walk the extra mile.'

  • ‘Berechet Rusu Hirit has established itself as a highly respected boutique law firm in the dispute resolution arena, consistently delivering high-quality legal services that rival much larger firms. The firm’s focused and client-centric approach allows it to provide bespoke solutions to complex disputes, making it a preferred choice for clients seeking hands-on, expert legal advice.'

  • 'Berechet Rusu Hirit is well-versed in handling complex commercial disputes, international arbitration, and regulatory matters. Their success in managing intricate, multi-jurisdictional cases and providing clear, practical solutions has garnered them praise from both clients and peers alike. The firm’s boutique structure allows for greater agility and responsiveness, ensuring that clients' needs are met with precision and urgency.'
  • 'Despite its size, Berechet Rusu Hirit has a track record of securing favorable outcomes in contentious matters, thanks to its deep industry knowledge and relentless focus on client satisfaction. The firm’s ability to blend top-quality service with a personalized, hands-on approach makes it a standout in the dispute resolution field.’
  • ‘Madalina Berechet, a leading figure in dispute resolution, is known for her strategic insight and deep understanding of the legal landscape, which has earned her a reputation as one of the top lawyers in the field. Together with her fellow partners, they form a highly skilled team, offering direct partner involvement in every case, ensuring that clients receive personalized attention and top-tier representation.’

  • ‘They are very quick reacting professionals, with a very good knowledge of the laws and regulations.’

  • ‘Day-to-day partner involvement and grass roots expertise and know-how.’

Key clients

  • EUROWIND
  • APA SERV SATU MARE
  • STRADAL
  • MONSSON GROUP
  • NEXTE RENEWABLE
  • 4P RENEWABLES
  • ASCENDIS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
  • AG STEEL BUILDING AND CLADDING
  • INDUSTRIAL ENERGY
  • BCI AUTOMATICA INDUSTRIALA
  • ADREM
  • MARVIN NICODEMUS
  • MUTU AYAN
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