360Competition is a boutique firm specialising entirely in fair competition practices, regularly advising on FDI screening processes, merger clearance approvals, and sectoral inquiries carried out by the Romanian Competition Council, particularly regarding cartel and abuse of dominant position claims. Based in Bucharest, the practice is led by founder Adrian Ster, who has standout proficiency in RCC investigations and sectoral probes. Other core members are Andrei Georgescu, an expert in EU regulation and competition disputes, and Raluca Maxim, adept at state aid schemes and FDIs.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Raluca Maxim is an extraordinary professional who stands out through a rare combination of technical mastery, dedication, and client-focused approach. She has an impressive command of competition and state aid law, delivering advice that is both precise and commercially sound. What differentiates her from peers is her ability to distill complex legal frameworks into clear, actionable strategies, which clients can immediately rely on in decision-making.’
- ‘360Competition is the go-to boutique for competition law in Romania. They combine the precision and depth you would expect from a top international firm with the agility and focus of a boutique. Every matter I’ve seen them handle is approached with speed, clarity, and real strategic vision. What sets them apart is that they are not only technically outstanding, but they are also consistently trusted with the most high-stakes and precedent-setting mandates, from cross-border merger control to sensitive FDI screenings and landmark investigations. They have that rare mix of being an elite, highly specialised team while still remaining approachable, business-minded, and very much on the front edge of the market’s most interesting cases.’
- ‘The lawyer I have worked with is Adrian Ster, who stands out through a rare combination of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and practical, solution-oriented advice. Unlike many competitors who may focus primarily on the legal theory, Adrian has the ability to quickly understand the commercial context and provide guidance that is both legally sound and aligned with business objectives.'
- ‘The team stands out through its professionalism, reliability, and solid understanding of complex regulatory frameworks. They are responsive, precise, and easy to work with, providing clear and well-structured advice.’
- ‘Adrian Ster is highly professional, clear in his advice, and brings a strong ability to simplify complex legal issues, which makes collaboration efficient and reliable. Raluca Maxim stands out through her thoroughness, responsiveness, and practical approach, ensuring that matters are handled with precision and timeliness. Both are steady, dependable, and easy to work with, qualities that make them distinct from competitors and greatly valued in our work together.’
- ‘Adrian Ster is the person we rely on most for competition matters. because he has been involved in so many discussions around our sector over the years we feel he really understands not just the legal framework but also the commercial dynamics we deal with. He combines deep legal knowledge with a real understanding of our sector, which makes him our trusted advisor.’
Key clients
- APS Group
- Bolt
- Datanet Systems
- TeraPlast
- DP World Romania
- Bursa Română de Mărfuri (Romanian Commodities Exchange)
- Therme Group
- URBB – United Romanian Breweries Bereprod
- Muller Dairy Romania
Work highlights
Advising Therme Group on its EUR 1bn joint venture with CVC Capital Partners, involving merger control and FDI screening procedures.
Advised APS Group on multiple recent transactions involving merger control and FDI screening, including the acquisition of IMO Property Investments Bucharest S.A. from Eurobank S.A.
Advised Bursa Română de Mărfuri in filing a complaint that led to a reasoned opinion from the European Commission against Romania for breach of EU energy market rules.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Adrian Şter
Other key lawyers
Andrei Georgescu; Raluca Maxim