Dentons advises on a broad range of cross-border, multi-disciplinary energy mandates, acting on major projects from VPPA structuring to large capital markets offerings. The practice is led by Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu, who is recognised for his extensive involvement in renewable energy developments. Oana Voda contributes specialist expertise in PPP matters, while Angelica Pintilie is noted for her regulatory focus on energy sector projects and financings. Bogdan Papandopol brings additional strength and depth to the team's bench.
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- ‘Angelica Pintillie being an expert in energy practice, wide knowledge, good communication’
- ‘Team with good knowledge of the sector I work in, availability of the people’
- ‘Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu - kudos for an exhaustive attention to the client's needs, always protecting its best interest and finding the bridge for the parties to go forward.’
- ‘The team assisted us on a buy-side mandate for a RES asset. The team was very creative in finding the right solution for us to bridge the distance between us and the seller. The team did go to length in negotiations and were always available’
- ‘Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu was the project supervisor making a real difference due to his in-depth understanding of the Romanian energy sector and its regulatory environment, especially in nuclear projects (Claudiu assisted also in the first phase of the Cernavoda NPP Units 3 & 4 discussions when he assisted GDF at that time). What we valued most was his ability to bring together all the experts working in the Dentons team assisting on the Project (experts from several jurisdictions), as well as to ensure a smooth interface with EnergoNuclear team, grasp the specifics of our concerns, and turn them into practical legal and commercial solutions. He was consistently present in key moments, providing clear guidance and giving us the confidence to move forward. Claudiu’s mix of technical knowledge, strategic thinking and straightforward communication set him apart from other lawyers I have worked with.’
- ‘Dentons advised us on the EPCM contract for the advancement of the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant Units, one of the most complex PPP-style infrastructure projects in Romania. The team stands out through its ability to combine public procurement and PPP expertise with construction and regulatory knowledge, which proved essential for such a strategic project. We valued their coordination across disciplines, responsiveness and pragmatic solutions. Dentons managed to turn legal analysis into workable structures while ensuring compliance with both Romanian and EU requirements.’
Key clients
- EnergoNuclear
- DTEK- DRI
- Electrica
- MET Group
- Sousol Holdings
- Qair
- Ursus Breweries, part of Asahi Group
- Romgaz
- Unicredit
- Kommunalkredit
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Practice head
Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu
Other key lawyers
Oana Voda; Angelica Pintilie; Carolina Mintea; Bogdan Papandopol