Schoenherr si Asociatii SCA acts for a full spectrum of energy sector clients, including oil & gas, electricity utilities, and nuclear power producers. The practice is jointly led by Monica Cojocaru, who regularly advises on grid connections, electricity trading, and power purchase agreements for both conventional and renewable energy projects, and Markus Piuk, who splits his time between Vienna and Bucharest and is renowned for his transactional expertise. Vlad Cordea is a key figure for regulatory, environmental, and day-to-day operational advice as well as complex transactional mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Excellent team, always willing to help.’
- ‘Monica Cojocaru and Vlad Cordea are always at a phone call distance, ready to help us.’
- The Energy and M&A practice of Schoenherr Bucharest is highly reliable and provides valuable support in development, contract, and regulatory matters related to renewable energy projects. They are fast responders, flexible and very efficient. ’
- ‘Vlad Cordea is very client-oriented, experienced and knowledgeable. He is a very solid legal partner for a company like ours. Monica Cojocaru is a true leader and brilliant guide in the Romanian legal market, and she paves the way for our company to also receive legal support in other countries.
- They are one of the strongest international law firms in Romania, and you get to see and feel this in everything they do, from the way they integrate legal solutions into business goals to the way they approach client relations. ’
- ‘I have worked with partner Monica Cojocaru and her team. I have known her for years; she is a perfect choice for M&A and energy matters. If I were to recommend a Romanian lawyer for a sophisticated energy transaction or regulatory matter, I would no doubt name Monica.’
- ‘The team has expert knowledge and autonomy, their response times are very short, and the answers are very accurate. They are also reachable by phone and available for explanations. They understand the assignment and the scope of a task; they do not treat it solely from a legal perspective, but also from a business standpoint. ’
- ‘Monica Cojocaru has good technical expertise and also the ability to combine legal precision with commercial pragmatism. Monica consistently provides solutions that are strategic, actionable, and aligned with the client’s broader business goals. She distinguishes herself through her ability to manage complex negotiations with both firmness and diplomacy, and to translate sophisticated legal issues into clear, practical advice.
- I have also greatly valued the associates at the firm as they bring dedication, responsiveness, and thorough research skills that elevate the overall client experience. Their collaborative style and attention to detail ensure that projects progress smoothly, even under tight deadlines. ’
Key clients
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development;
- Enery;
- Renovatio;
- Verbund
Work highlights
Advised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the governments of Romania and Bulgaria on the establishment of national and cross-border hydrogen valleys that are supposed to accelerate the ramp-up of a regional green and low-carbon hydrogen market in these countries.
Advised Verbund Wind Power Romania on the acquisition of a 272 MW wind project from Monsson.
Advised an international investor on joint venture aimed at the development, construction and operation of a large-scale stand-alone battery energy storage system (BESS) project.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Vlad Cordea
Practice head
Monica Cojocaru; Markus Piuk
Other key lawyers
Vlad Codrea