Popescu & Asociatii advises across transport, urban development, energy, natural resources, agriculture, industrial projects, fiscal and digital infrastructure. The team also handles military-industry projects, large-scale labour initiatives, as well as interstate energy initiatives. The practice is led by Loredana Popescu, noted for her expertise in civil and administrative law, capital markets, and real estate; Dana Bivol, whose work spans corporate and commercial law, often involving shareholder disputes; and Octavian Popescu, a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in white-collar crime and corporate fraud.
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Testimonials

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  • Loredana Popescu leads a practice that combines a deep understanding of public procurement regulations with practical experience in infrastructure projects and PPP structures. The team has advised on significant procurement challenges and infrastructure project development. What distinguishes them is their ability to navigate the intersection of procurement law, administrative law, and commercial reality. They understand both the public sector's constraints and the private sector's requirements, which makes them effective advisors on complex procurement and PPP matters. The practice has handled projects across infrastructure, real estate, and services sectors.
  • Public procurement and PPP projects are areas that require specific expertise in administrative law, contract law, and an understanding of public sector procedures. Popescu & Asociatii has developed this practice particularly through Loredana Popescu, who has built significant experience in infrastructure and procurement matters. What I find valuable about their approach is the combination of transactional work with litigation capabilities. This is something that I will always come back to, the interdisciplinary work they do. Public procurement often leads to disputes, challenges to tender procedures, and contract performance issues. Having a team that can handle both the advisory side and the contentious side is an advantage for clients. Just recently, I had the opportunity to consult on some matters involving public contracts, and I worked with Loredana Popescu. Her understanding of procurement legislation is detailed, and she knows how to navigate the complex regulatory framework.
  • Loredana Popescu has developed strong expertise in public procurement and PPP. She understands both the legal framework and the practical challenges of working with public authorities. This is important because public contracts have specific requirements that differ from private commercial agreements. The litigation team supports the procurement practice when disputes arise. I saw some procurement-related cases when I was a judge, and the lawyers from this firm who handled such matters showed good knowledge of administrative procedure. Mirela Cazacu also works on some procurement matters, particularly when they involve real estate or construction aspects. This cross-practice collaboration is useful for complex infrastructure projects.
  • PPP and procurement matters require strong knowledge of procedures, timelines, and challenges that often arise. This team anticipates risks and prepares clients for each stage. They communicate with authorities in a professional and organized manner. Their internal coordination is strong, and their advice is structured. They maintain clarity under pressure and help avoid errors that slow the process.
  • Loredana Popescu leads with precision and good judgment. Mirela Cazacu supports with dedication, strong procedural knowledge, and consistent execution. They manage these matters with discipline and reliability.
  • Loredana Popescu works in a very organized way. She gives clear opinions. Octavian Popescu adds strong procedural thinking and keeps the work stable.

Key clients

  • Urban Scope
  • Forza Rossa Holding
  • Scope Systems
  • Tomoroga Construct
  • SMB Group
  • Industrial Parks Maramures (Parcuri Industriale)
  • Hidro Salt
  • ADI Maramures
  • METLEN Energy & Metals (formerly Mytilineos Holding);
  • Lea International Impex Romania;
  • Maramures County;
  • Romanian Academy;

Work highlights

Advising Hidro Salt, a leading Romanian civil construction and infrastructure company, on a wide range of legal matters, including public procurement, construction agreements, and related regulatory issues. The projects involve nationally significant works, including road infrastructure, specialised buildings, and the renovation of historical monuments.

 
Assisting Adi Marmures with a public procurement procedure triggered by an emergency following termination of a county-level sanitation service delegation contract.
Practice head

Loredana Popescu; Dana Bivol; Octavian Popescu

Other key lawyers

Constantin Branzar; Anca Simeria;