Act Legal fields a team which is well-placed to advise on the full lifecycle of energy sector mandates, covering regulatory compliance, transactional support and contentious proceedings. The group’s work spans power generation, distribution and supply, as well as cross-border trading and market participation issues. Team head Stefan Botezatu frequently leads on merger-control analyses, FDI screening and complex regulatory workstreams. Andrei Petre is recommended for his experience in market conduct matters, as well as competition and consumer protection issues. Lorena Samoilă is also noted for her involvement in regulatory and transactional matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Laura Estrade complements the work with strong legal drafting and clear support on corporate governance issues connected to regulatory frameworks.'
- 'They are one of the most experienced energy law teams in Romania, combining regulatory expertise with strong practical awareness, and they help us navigate grey areas in the sector with confidence.'
- 'They understand the energy sector beyond regulation, provide advice rooted in real market pressures, and keep us compliant while helping us prepare for shifts in the regulatory and commercial environment.'
- 'Andrei Petre is involved in overlapping competition and energy issues, and his ability to connect the dots between legal fields is both useful and appreciated.'
- 'Ștefan Botezatu is our go-to advisor for complex energy matters; he combines deep regulatory knowledge, strong understanding of market mechanisms, and an operational mindset that makes his advice both realistic and actionable.'
- 'Laura Estrade plays an important role in strategic projects, offering structured, calm, and precise guidance that keeps governance and corporate processes moving without friction.'
Key clients
- Metlen Energy & Metals;
- Evryo;
- E.ON Energie Romania;
- Delgaz Grid;
- Yokohama;
- GFR | Grup Feroviar Roman;
- Genoyer;Capalo AI;
- E.ON Asist Complet S.A.;
- E.ON SE;
Work highlights
Advised E.ON SE on the proposed sale of its Romanian retail energy and technical services businesses, including E.ON Energie Romania and E.ON Asist Complet, to Hungarian state-owned MVM.
Advised Metlen Energy & Metals on the structuring and negotiation of long-term physical and virtual PPAs with renewable energy generators, suppliers and end-consumers.
Advised Evryo on the structuring and negotiation of long-term physical and financial PPAs for renewable power, supporting its expansion in electricity distribution and renewable generation.
Practice head
Stefan Botezatu
Other key lawyers
Andrei Petre; Lorena Samoilă; Laura Estrade