Popescu & Asociatii makes for a robust choice in both litigation and arbitration, housing a number of experienced practitioners that have acted in contentious matters for many of the industry leaders in the Romanian market. Elder statesman Gheorghe Buta has a notable track record in handling high-profile commercial disputes and is the go-to senior figure in the practice. Octavian Popescu leads on corporate disputes, banking and finance litigation, and white-collar crime cases, and rounding out the trio that oversee the wider dispute resolution department, Dana Bivol has broad commercial law experience as well as niche expertise in environmental law. Litigator Andreea Mihalache, and Constantin Branzan are further key contacts.
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‘Popescu & Asociații's Dispute Resolution team is widely recognized for their deep expertise in managing intricate legal conflicts, supported by a proven track record of successful outcomes. They've established their proficiency across a broad range of industries and legal issues, ensuring clients receive strong and effective representation.’
‘Octavian Popescu is a true legal expert, and he makes sure every detail of your case is handled with care. Working with him has always led to great outcomes for us, proving he can tackle even the toughest legal situations and get results. He's incredibly thorough, making sure every risk and opportunity is on the table.'
- 'Gheorghe Buta is a seasoned legal professional, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insightful perspectives to the table. His extensive experience allows him to expertly navigate even the most intricate cases. His vast experience in the field enables him to provide invaluable insights. Collaborating with him is a privilege, as his unmatched experience makes him an invaluable asset in achieving successful litigation outcomes.’
‘The lawyers in this firm are hardworking, always willing to find the most innovative solutions for their clients.’
‘ A special person within the firm is the partner Octavian Popescu, his qualities and ability to negotiate and lead a discussion in the desired area make him the best lawyer.’
‘We are impressed, in a positive way, by Popescu & Asociatii’s dispute resolution practice. Their ability to handle complex public and private matters, particularly within administrative law, is directly relevant to our needs. Also from a public sector perspective, their understanding of intricate legal frameworks and ability to navigate administrative disputes is fantastic.'
Key clients
- PREMIER ENERGY
- FIRST BANK
- FORZA ROSSA HOLDING
- URBAN SCOPE
- SCOPE SYSTEMS
- BEDAMIRO
- RUSTLER PROPERTY SERVICES
- TEXTILSERVICE MIETTEX
- ARO PALACE
- VIORELO INTERNATIONAL
- GEMILI FUNGHI
- Force 1 - Divizia de Securitate
Work highlights
Advising Premier Energy on a mandate initiated against the control documents issued by the National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) in connection with the regulation of the method of calculation price in the case of exceeding the reserved capacities.
Advising Romaero on a series of litigations regarding the protection of social rights in an executive procedure aimed at important assets/goods of the company.
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Practice head
Octavian Popescu; Gheorghe Buta; Dana Bivol
Other key lawyers
Andreea Mihalache; Constantin Branzan; Stefan-Catalin Baiculescu