The team at Dentons is frequently instructed on high-value PPP and concession procedures, with particular activity across energy-security and defence-related assets. Practice head Oana Voda is a PPP specialist who advises on project structuring, procurement strategies, compliance frameworks, and implementation issues. Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu focuses on energy and natural resources mandates and is noted for his involvement in a significant nuclear-sector development. The team is also active in the technology and life sciences sectors.
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Testimonials
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- 'Dentons managed to turn legal analysis into workable structures while ensuring compliance with both Romanian and EU requirements.’
- ‘A very clear process of defining a well-scoped work and the expected outcome, but also very good open discussions and advice to clarify and guide through the process. The team we have interacted with came across as highly professional and motivated, inspiring trust and making the process easier to handle for us as clients.’
- ‘Mrs. Oana Vodă has maintained a very professional approach throughout our collaboration. From the understanding of the situation and the need, to possible scenarios, advice, first drafts, and a final submission done with very high care, the process was very smooth and predictable in terms of outcome, time, and money. We valued her clarity, precision and good communication skills.
- 'It was also highly regarded that the partner, Cristian Popescu, provided clarifications and set the main scope of work, demonstrating a very professional attitude and inspiring trust.'
- ‘Dentons’ PPP and Procurement practice in Bucharest distinguishes itself through its deep institutional knowledge, cross-sector versatility, and a forward-thinking approach to public sector legal advice.'
- 'What makes this team truly unique is its ability to combine international best practices with local insight, delivering strategic solutions for complex infrastructure, concession, and procurement projects across Romania and the wider CEE region. In short, Dentons’ PPP and Procurement team combines legal precision, strategic foresight, and a collaborative ethos—making them a trusted partner. ’
Key clients
- EnergoNuclear PPC (former Enel)
Work highlights
Advised EnergoNuclear on the negotiation and award of a €3.2 billion engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contract for the advancement of the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant Units, the only nuclear power plant in Romania.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Oana Voda
Other key lawyers
Claudiu Munteanu-Jipescu; Cristian Popescu