The ‘excellent’ energy and natural resources team at Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii is recognised for its expertise in assisting clients in the natural resources, renewable energy and oil and gas sectors with a wide spectrum of matters. The group also acts for international investors in transactional work. Sorin Vladescu is 'an exceptional lawyer who stands out with his extensive legal experience and strong knowledge in the field of energy'; he co-heads the practice with Cornel Popa, who has extensive experience in handling energy sector disputes and upstream oil and gas work. The ’extremely knowledgeable’ Nisa Jecu is well versed in assisting with investment projects involving combined heat and power and greenfield sites.
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Testimonials
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‘An excellent team, with professional, dedicated and very responsive lawyers.’
‘Sorin Vladescu is an exceptional lawyer who stands out with his extensive legal experience and strong knowledge in the field of energy.’
‘The team consists of energy lawyers with impressive legal skills and relevant expertise. They always showed great attention to detail and always came up with practical solutions. In my view, they are the best possible advisors for any investor looking to develop energy projects in Romania.'
‘Sorin Vladescu is a proven leader, very good at negotiating and finding quick solutions without compromising on quality. Sorin is a top-notch energy lawyer, a “rara avis” in this market.'
'Nisa Jecu was extremely involved in our projects and was always hands-on, making herself available and clearly explaining things. She is an expert in navigating through the maze of regulations in the energy field, being extremely knowledgeable about the industry.'
‘Tuca Zbarcea's team is very solid.'
‘Sorin Vladescu is a remarkable expert in M&A and energy sector. He is extremely commercially oriented, and dedicated to the client.'
Key clients
- OMV Petrom
- MOL Romania Petroleum Products S.R.L.
- Amromco Energy
- E-Infra Group
- TMK Hydroenergy Power
- Socar Petroleum
Work highlights
- Advising the client on the largest acquisition of green projects in Romania.
- Advising Bepco on the implementation of cogeneration units in Brasov.
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.
Nisa Jecu
Practice head
Sorin Vladescu; Cornel Popa
Other key lawyers
Nisa Jecu