Dentons is frequently sought after for its transaction structuring and negotiation expertise, assisting with the development of major national real estate projects. The team’s wealth of experience extends to investment matters, leasing mandates and commercial disputes. The team is led by Bogdan Papandopol, recognised for regulatory expertise, title insurance, cross-border mandates, and high-profile transactions. Perry Zizzi combines corporate M&A experience with deep knowledge of acquisitions and asset management. Cristian Popescu focuses on due diligence, portfolio transfers, and irrigation sector development, while Luiza Onofrei is a key contact for institutional investors and real estate funds.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘Bogdan Papandopol demonstrates excellent availability and flexibility, and is a perfect English speaker.’
- ‘Dentons has a well-known and professional team in Romania. They cover multiple practice areas with the same high level of performance and professionalism, and even have their own AI system.’
- ‘The people I have worked with are professional, well-prepared, and willing to take on any task, adapting seamlessly. Their level of knowledge is high, with Perry Zizzi and Bogdan Papandopol being particularly outstanding.’
- ‘What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine deep technical expertise with a highly client-focused approach. The team is distinguished by responsiveness, clear communication, and a collaborative style, ensuring clients feel supported and well-informed at every step. Clients will value the group’s strong capabilities in delivering practical, commercially-minded advice while maintaining professionalism and care.’
- ‘Bogdan Papandopol stands out for deep expertise in real estate law, practical advice, and strong commitment to client service. His responsiveness, clear communication, and ability to anticipate and resolve issues efficiently make him a trusted advisor. His litigation experience provides additional reassurance for any potential disputes.’
- ‘The Dentons' team consistently delivers exceptional service, demonstrating a deep understanding of client needs and objectives. Their responsiveness, expertise, and commitment to excellence make them a trusted partner, providing strategic guidance and reliable solutions that contribute to business success.’
Key clients
- Hartmann Packaging
- Holde Agri Invest
- NEPI Rockcastle
- Kommunalkredit Austria AG
- Nobel Group
- Erste Bank
- Raiffeisen Bank
- Alpha Bank Romania & Greece
- Immobiliare Grande Distribuzione (IGD)
- Maragro
- Yeşilyurt Enerji
Work highlights
Advised Immobiliare Grande Distribuzione (IGD) on the signing, through its subsidiary Win Magazin, of three final contracts for the sale of three shopping centres in Romania — Winmarkt Somes (Cluj), Crinul Nou (Alexandria) and Winmarkt Central (Vaslui).
Advised Hartmann Packaging, a leading manufacturer of molded fiber packaging, on the acquisition of Dentaş Romania, a subsidiary of Dentaş Kağıt Sanayi AŞ.
Advised Alpha Bank S.A. Greece and its local subsidiary in Luxembourg and Alpha Bank Romania S.A. on four real estate, retail, development, and acquisition finance transactions in Romania, with an aggregate value of almost €175 million, made available to several companies which are part of M Core.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Bogdan Papandopol;
Other key lawyers
Perry Zizzi; Cristian Popescu; Luiza Onofrei