SANDRU Avocati presents strong specialism in financial crime proceedings, handling claims of embezzlement, fraud, and tax evasion. The team is spearheaded by Adrian Sandru, a ‘highly respected’ criminal defence lawyer; Daniela Georgescu is also a name to remember, experienced in cross-border investigations.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Adrian Sandru has been a valuable partner to our business, consistently providing practical and effective approaches to the matters we have brought to him.’
  • ‘This practice stands out through its combination of strong technical expertise, a collaborative culture, and a commercial approach to client service. The team is highly responsive and capable of managing both complex cross-border matters and day-to-day legal needs with the same level of attention and care.’
  • ‘Adrian stands out for his sharp strategic thinking, cross-border expertise, and calm approach in high-stakes white-collar cases. He brings clarity and structure to complex matters and is trusted by clients in sensitive investigations. The team around him is collaborative, fast-moving, and detail-driven, which sets them apart from more fragmented competitor teams.’
  • ‘Adrian Sandru is highly professional, always available, and explains every situation clearly and accurately. He consistently comes up with outstanding solutions — often identifying opportunities that other professionals miss — and his solutions work.’
  • ‘Adrian Șandru is a stand-out partner: widely recognised as one of Romania’s top white-collar lawyers, he combines academic authority with a calm, hands-on presence in critical moments. He is exceptional in handling cross-border criminal cooperation and EPPO-related issues, and his involvement provides confidence that cases are in the best hands. Associates and collaborators are diligent, solution-oriented, and technically strong. They add value early, manage evidence and drafting with precision, and work seamlessly with external experts. What sets the firm apart is the combination of intellectual leadership and practical effectiveness across all levels of the team.’
  • ‘What makes the Sandru Avocati practice truly unique is their exceptional client-centric approach. For a potential client, the team's key strength is its remarkable blend of proactivity and responsiveness. They don't just react to requests; they anticipate needs and are always one step ahead. In our experience, this level of attentiveness and agility is a significant differentiator compared to other firms, where communication can be more rigid or delayed. The entire team operates with a "solutions-first" mindset. They consistently go above and beyond to not only answer a specific legal question but to understand the business context behind it and provide comprehensive, practical solutions. Their collaborative culture ensures that no matter who you speak with, the service is seamless and efficient. This modern, client-focused service model is, in itself, a powerful innovation.’

Key clients

  • SC Dual Prod SRL

Work highlights

Represented SC Dual Prod SRL before the Court of Justice of the European Union in a reference clarifying that ANAF cannot keep excise warehouse authorisations suspended because of parallel criminal proceedings.
Practice head

Adrian Sandru

Other key lawyers

Daniela Georgescu