Bondoc si Asociatii SCA advises energy suppliers, financial institutions and both conventional and renewable power producers on a broad range of mandates. The practice is led by Lucian Bondoc, who handles complex transactional matters for major domestic and international energy players; Monica Iancu, whose caseload includes extensive market-wide investigations; Cosmin Stavaru, who focuses on corporate M&A and sector-specific real estate issues; and Bogdan Bunrău, who concentrates on natural resources projects. Ionel Macovei is recognised for his involvement in the development and operation of power generation assets, as well as related regulatory work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Bondoc si Asociații Energy and Natural Resources practice stands out for its full-spectrum expertise across renewables (wind, solar), nuclear, oil & gas, mining, and conventional energy sources. The practice is able to provide excellent transaction assistance while also holding outstanding regulatory, operational, and litigation capabilities.'
- 'They have an excellent understanding of the business environment and of the regulatory framework and are able to deliver quick, pragmatic legal support. Always up to date with the latest regulations, however complex or frequent they are. They provide a true partner-led service. ’
- ‘Monica Iancu is definitely one of the few lawyers in Romania with expertise across the full range of legal issues in the energy sector. I trust her advice and her experience, crafted over the years, having worked together on various projects for a very long time now. I appreciate her ability to provide a tailored approach, her pragmatism, consistency, and forward-thinking deal execution. She is also outstanding on regulatory matters. Technically, very good.’
- ’Ionel Macovei is very thorough, has a very good command of the legislative framework, and is able to give clear advice, while Vasile Soltan has excellent legal knowledge and is very reliable. ’
- ‘Bondoc & Associates is a truly multidisciplinary team with excellent skills and a profound understanding of the business.’
- ‘Monica Iancu is professional, experienced and fast when delivering services.’
Key clients
- A syndicate of financial institutions
- ENGIE Romania
- VERBUND
- Inspire Asset Management S.R.L
- Virya Energy
- ASRA Engineering WSA
- Martifer Renewables
- Ökoenergie Beteiligungs GmbH, AAE Sudwind Strom GmbH, Exergie GmbH and Kapsch Holding GmbH
- Shanghai Electric Power
- Leading Edge Materials Corp
- Quanta Energy S.A. (part of R. Power Group)
- Helios Investments
Work highlights
Advised a client on the acquisition of interests in a petroleum perimeter, including full transactional and regulatory due diligence, review of the farm-out agreement, and analysis of required governmental, operator-status and FDI approvals. The work supported the client’s strategic expansion in the energy sector.
Advised clients on multiple attempted transactions to secure control over companies developing one of Romania’s largest mining projects. The multijurisdictional deal involves several Romanian mines subject to a highly regulated framework and requires navigating complex ownership structures and sophisticated counterparties.
Advised on all energy regulatory matters and project documentation for one of Romania’s largest financing projects, a 461MW onshore wind farm financed in two stages. Assistance includes regulatory advice on development and operation of large-scale renewable capacity and guidance on Romania’s newly enacted contracts-for-difference support scheme.
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.
Ionel Macovei
Practice head
Lucian Bondoc; Monica Iancu; Cosmin Stăvaru; Bogdan Bunrău;
Other key lawyers
Ionel Macovei; Vasile Soltan