The EU and competition practice at Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law presents standout expertise in FDI matters and merger clearance, supporting with risk assessments, financing screenings, and notifications to the Romanian Competition Council. Leading the team is Ana Maria Kusak, experienced in state aid projects, working alongside Victor Iacob, proficient in investigations, and Alexandru Lazar, adept advisor on claims of anti-competitive practices.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Stratulat Albulescu combines deep legal knowledge of EU competition with personal engagement and hands-on approach.'
- ‘We worked with Ana Kusak and Victor Iacob. I commend both for expertise, but also for patience in their interactions and willingness to explore the appropriate legal avenues, beyond the obvious. Victor deserves a mention for his analytical skills and engagement in the heavy lifting of documenting a case.’
- ‘We are mainly working with Ana Kusak, who always finds the best and quickest solutions to our needs. She is very proactive, offers responses quickly and is extremely reliable.’
- ‘Prompt answers and capacity of understanding the industry, the cases, the business climate. Asking a lot of smart questions and providing relevant and great workarounds.’
- ‘SAA’s Competition practice combines deep knowledge of competition law with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset. Her team not only delivers strong results in complex cases but also provides clear guidance that helps us prevent issues before they escalate. I particularly value their promptness, ability to anticipate regulator expectations, and skill in simplifying legal complexity for non-lawyers. Compared to other firms, they stand out for their collaborative approach and focus on practical solutions that minimise disruption to our business.’
- ‘Ana Kusak distinguishes herself by her ability to combine deep competition law expertise with a very practical perspective, always guiding us toward solutions that work in real business terms. She has a rare talent for anticipating regulatory challenges and explaining them in a clear, accessible way. Working alongside her, Victor Iacob stands out for his strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proactive support, which bring great value to the team. Together, they make a highly reliable pair, giving us both confidence and clarity in navigating complex competition matters.’
Key clients
- Prime Label Investment Company S.A.
- Cordia Group
- Catalyst Romania Fund II SCSP
- Indra Sistemas, S.A.
Work highlights
Advised Cordia Group on multiple FDI matters in Romania, including the acquisition of a plot of land for a residential project with an estimated value of EUR 100m, as well as the acquisition of a centrally located plot from a constructing company.
Advised Indra on the acquisition of indirect control over a company active in a strategically sensitive sector, conducting a FDI risk assessment, managing filing obligations, and securing unconditional clearance to ensure full compliance.
Advised Prime Label on the acquisition of two print and packaging companies, managing merger control and FDI regulatory requirements in Romania.
Practice head
Ana Maria Kusak
Other key lawyers
Victor Iacob; Alexandru Lazar