Praised for their ‘ability to provide clear, practical solutions in complex matters’, WH Simion & Partners is a key port of call for B2C and B2B gambling providers for compliance, licensing, players’ claims litigation, and investigations conducted by criminal authorities, often acting on behalf of industry leaders. Cosmina Simion leads the practice with ’vast experience and knowledge’ in gambling and gaming law; Alina Tace is also a main contact, able to advise on all aspects of the market activities conducted by game providers and operators. Other names to remember are Petruș Partene and Radu Ioniță, both of whom are proficient in regulatory issues and are praised for their ‘technical knowledge and strategic foresight’.
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Testimonials
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- The individuals are highly knowledgeable and demonstrate strong professional integrity, with notable expertise in navigating complex regulatory and operational issues. They stand out for their credibility and established relationships with authorities, which bring confidence and depth to their advice.
- The team is highly professional and well-connected, with strong regulatory insight and close relationships with key authorities that add real value to complex matters. Their legal analysis is consistently robust and technically sound, though at times the delivery feels more institutional than client-focused.
- 'The individuals at WH Simion & Partners have a vast knowledge of the gaming industry and fully understand our business model. Their professionalism, punctuality, and expertise make working with WH Simion & Partners a value add for our business. To name a few stand-out partners, Cosmina Simion brings extensive experience and knowledge in Romania and the industry. The work she does with the regulator directly to best understand regulatory changes and their impact on business really makes WH Simion & Partners the firm to partner with. Radu Ioniță is another person worth mentioning for his diligent work in providing legal opinions, submission reminders, and regulatory updates, ensuring that clients are fully compliant with ONJN.’
- ‘I work regularly with Cosmina Simion and Alina Tace. They are excellent lawyers, and what I value the most is that I have been able to build a personal, friendly relationship with them. I would never hesitate to get in touch with them, knowing they will be on hand to assist urgently with anything that requires it.’
- ‘The team stands out through deep industry expertise in gaming and gambling law, paired with a proactive, business-oriented approach. Their advice is commercially sound, timely, and tailored to our specific needs. Compared to other firms, their responsiveness, regulatory insight, and understanding of the industry ecosystem are unmatched.’
- ‘What makes WH Simion & Partners stand out is the combination of deep sector expertise, responsiveness, and a proactive approach to legal and regulatory matters. Unlike many firms that simply react to developments, they anticipate changes in legislation and prepare us well in advance, which has been invaluable in ensuring our compliance and maintaining smooth operations. In particular, Petruș Partene and Radu Ioniță have been instrumental in guiding us through complex submissions with the ONJN, demonstrating both technical knowledge and strategic foresight. Alina Tace deserves mention as well for her attention to detail and commitment to keeping us fully informed on regulatory updates. Together, their professionalism and client-focused approach set them apart from competitors, and we consider them a trusted long-term partner rather than just external counsel.’
Key clients
- Soft2Bet Group
- Romanix Ltd
- Evoke
- Evolution
- Playtech Group
- Balkanix Ltd
- Digitain Group
- Euro Games Technology
- Bold Byte Tech Limited
- TaDa Gaming Ltd
- Foyu SRL
- Prima Network Spain PLC
Work highlights
Assisting Euro Games Technology SRL (EGT Romania) in reviewing and assessing their lease agreements related to the supply of gambling products to B2C operators.
Advised Digitain in connection with a contemplated transaction involving the integration of a new domain and the associated migration of player accounts.
Assisting Evoke in relation to all day-to-day regulatory and legal matters concerning its operations on the Romanian market, both its B2C operations as well as its B2B operations.
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Practice head
Cosmina Simion
Other key lawyers
Alina Tace; Petruș Partene; Radu Ioniță