act legal provides support with preventive actions and defence against claims of white-collar crime. Stefan Botezatu leads the team, recommended for ‘sensitive and confidential’ mandates. Other key contacts are certified fraud examiner Andrei Croitoru and Bianca Neagu, who joined in March 2025 and offers key support.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They’re careful and deliberate in this space. No overreaction, no unnecessary stress. When we’ve needed support on sensitive matters, internal reviews or outside scrutiny, they’ve handled things discreetly and thoroughly.’
- ‘Ștefan Botezatu is our main contact here. He’s reliable and calm, instilling confidence. Andrei Croitoru manages sensitive conversations with the right level of tact. We trust them both to handle issues without escalation.’
- ‘act legal’s strength in this area is their discretion and strategic thinking. They know when to act quietly behind the scenes, and when to intervene firmly and decisively. What sets them apart is their ability to manage sensitive matters with both subtlety and structure. Nothing is rushed, but nothing is left unattended either. Their advice feels well-rounded and consistently aligned with broader risk considerations.’
- ‘Ștefan Botezatu is someone we turn to for sensitive and confidential matters. He understands the reputational implications of these issues and handles them with calm and confidence. Andrei Croitoru has also offered valuable support . He’s clear, analytical, and able to stay focused even in intense situations.’
- ‘We’ve relied on them for sensitive matters mainly involving regulatory compliance and internal investigations. What stands out is their discretion and strong sense of timing. In other words, they know when to take the lead and when to stay behind the scenes. Their ability to manage exposure without escalating unnecessarily is something we’ve consistently valued.’
- ‘Stefan Botezatu leads in this area for us, also overseeing the files. His hands-on approach helps maintain perspective even when tensions run high. Andrei Croitoru has also assisted on many occasions. He’s methodical, steady, and very effective at keeping sensitive cases on track.’
Key clients
- Delgaz Grid
- E.ON Energie Romania
- E.ON Assist Complet
Work highlights
Represented Delgaz Grid in a criminal trial before Bacău Tribunal involving 27 defendants charged with fraudulent electricity consumption and corruption, securing convictions, full compensation for damages of approx. EURm and asset seizure measures.
Practice head
Stefan Botezatu
Other key lawyers
Andrei Croitoru; Bianca Neagu
