Rankings

Rankings 2025 – Contents

 

Chambers Europe 2025

Real Estate – Band 1

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații has an outstanding team with a particular focus on matters involving logistics assets, as well as commercial, residential, office and retail properties. The firm offers noteworthy expertise to international and domestic developers, investors and commercial clients in real estate transactions, commercial lease agreements and construction projects. It additionally assists clients with the financing of projects.

Strengths

"Their blend of expertise, responsiveness and dedication to client success truly distinguishes them in the legal landscape."

"Popovici consistently impresses us with its forward-thinking approach. It emphasises preventative measures to reduce future risk, which demonstrates its dedication to clients' needs."

"Their proactive approach and collaborative spirit have made it easy for us to work together, and we appreciate their responsiveness to our needs."

Notable practitioners

Florian Nițu - Eminent Practitioners

Florian Nițu possesses extensive experience acting across a broad range of complex real estate mandates. He frequently advises developers on the leasing, development and forward sale and purchase of residential, retail and commercial projects.

"Florian Nițu is incredibly thorough, often going beyond the expected to explore all angles and anticipate any potential issues."

"Florian is an exceptional lawyer covering a wide range of legal areas."

Valentin Creata - Band 4

Valentin Creata has notable expertise in transactions concerning logistics and commercial assets. He is additionally active in the development of various projects.

"Valentin Creata has a commercial approach and high availability."

Ioana Sampek - Band 5

Ioana Sampek focuses her practice on the investment, development and leasing of logistics assets, including land plot acquisitions for logistic projects development.

"Ioana is a very dedicated, diligent and hardworking lawyer."

Corporate/M&A – Band 2

What the team is known for

This reputable firm has an established M&A practice that represents a roster of Romanian companies. Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații's department handles transactions of all sizes ranging from high-value energy and healthcare sector transactions through to smaller deals on behalf of domestic entrepreneurs. It also assists foreign real estate investors with transactions involving local targets, as well as advising private equity funds. Furthermore, the team shows expertise in corporate restructurings.

Strengths

"The team stand out for being very responsive and skilled in solving complex problems in a timely manner."

"They are very good at understanding our needs and the complexity of the transaction, providing fast answers and very practical solutions."

Notable practitioners

Bogdan Constantin Stoica – Band 2

Bogdan Constantin Stoica represents clients from the telecommunications and agribusiness sectors in acquisitions.

"He offers sophisticated legal advice, with an in-depth understanding of complex problems."

"Bogdan is very thorough in his analysis, effective in his communication, always available and very attentive to details. He's creative and able to offer alternatives."

Competition/Antitrust – Band 3

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații is often called upon to represent clients in investigations into possible abuses of dominance and alleged cartels. The law firm also advises clients on merger clearance notifications and foreign direct investment filings. It has further experience in the competition law compliance of distribution agreements.

Strengths

"The attorneys take the time to understand our needs, offering tailored solutions. They maintain transparent and regular communication with us."

"The team offers quick and tailored advice, which is easy to understand even by those who don't have a legal background."

Notable practitioners

Mihaela Ion – Band 3

Mihaela Ion represents clients in investigations into alleged anti-competitive behaviour and assists clients with obtaining merger control and FDI approval. She has further experience in competition law compliance matters, including around distribution strategies.

"She has extensive insights into the market trends and regulatory changes, aligning the legal advice with our business objectives."

"Mihaela Ion takes the time to understand our specific needs and objectives, communicating consistently and promptly."

"She provided us with well reasoned and strategic advice, tailored to our particular circumstances."

"She is very client service oriented, sophisticated and always provides high commercial awareness and vision."

"Mihaela Ion is an exceptional competition lawyer, with a client-oriented approach and is always close to the client and ready to explain and support."

Dispute Resolution – Band 3

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații has a respected dispute resolution team that handles a range of corporate and civil disputes, as well as international arbitration and insolvency proceedings. The firm has noted strengths in the areas of public procurement, regulatory and planning disputes. The team is particularly active on behalf of clients in the energy, infrastructure and construction sectors, and it represents clients in contractual litigation and shareholder disputes.

Strengths

"The PNSA team was equipped with all necessary skills and experience."

"Popovici Nițu Stoica's comprehensive expertise has not only streamlined our processes but has also provided us with peace of mind regarding our legal standing."

"Their strong team of professionals is not only knowledgeable but also highly responsive, ensuring that we receive timely advice and support."

"Their proactive approach and collaborative spirit have made it easy for us to work together, and we appreciate their responsiveness to our needs."

"Popovici consistently demonstrates high levels of service and responsiveness, standing out for its proactive client support and quick turnaround, even under pressing deadlines."

Notable practitioners

Ciprian Dontu - Band 3 [Dispute Resolution: Litigation]

Ciprian Dontu heads the practice and is recognised for his advice to energy companies on regulatory disputes, shareholder litigation and state aid cases, with additional capabilities in insolvency and tax-related disputes.

Raluca Petrescu – Band 3 [Dispute Resolution: Arbitration]

Raluca Petrescu is well regarded for her strong experience in public procurement and contractual arbitration before the ICC and the Romanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She regularly acts for clients within the construction, retail, agriculture and engineering industries.

"Raluca Petrescu provided very strong support to our case."

Employment – Band 3

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații has diverse expertise in Romanian employment law, regularly acting on collective negotiations and individual and termination disputes. Additionally, the team assists clients with internal investigations. It acts for both international and domestic clients on local and cross-border matters.

Strengths

"Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații is very responsive, understands the needs of the client and proposes concrete innovative solutions."

"They understand our needs well, always strive to find viable solutions and work in our best interests."

"The response is remarkable and their experience is valuable."

Notable practitioners

Ioana Cazacu - Band 4

Ioana Cazacu is a prominent lawyer who represents clients in internal investigations, employment disputes and termination procedures, both for senior employees and for collective dismissals.

"Ioana is very client-oriented and consistently provides practical solutions. Her responsiveness and proactive approach make a big difference."

"Ioana Cazacu approaches her responsibilities with speed and a readiness to contribute wherever needed. Her hands-on approach ensures that tasks are completed effectively and on time."

"Ioana provides thorough analysis and has a vast wealth of experience in Romanian labour law."

"It is a pleasure working with Ioana. She is always available and proposes very practical solutions."

Tax – Band 3

What the team is known for

Popovici Niţu Stoica & Asociaţii is a well-regarded tax practice with particular strength in the tax structuring of corporate and real estate transactions. The law firm advises on both direct and indirect taxation as well as litigation. It also handles tax matters for high-profile individuals, including matters concerning issues of double taxation, represents clients in tax investigations and handles the tax aspects of divestments. The lawyers additionally act for clients in the agriculture and real estate sectors, as well as for companies in the IT sector.

Notable practitioners

Raluca Rusu heads the department and is a key contact for clients.

Intellectual Property & TMT – Band 4

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații has a notable team that handles a broad range of mandates, including trade mark registration and software licensing. The law firm also represents domestic and international clients in IP-related disputes. The team also advises on acquisitions and procurement matters within the IT industry. The lawyers represent clients active in sport and logistics. The practice has additional expertise managing intellectual property portfolios for high-profile individuals.

Notable practitioners

Key contacts for the department include Silviu Stoica and Bogdan C. Stoica.

Projects & Energy – Band 4

What the team is known for

Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații is noted for handling a range of energy mandates including regulatory work, acquisitions of renewable projects and energy-related litigation. The team also assists with the development of various projects, such as public procurement.

Strengths

"Their deep expertise across various legal fields allows them to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to our specific needs."

Notable practitioners

Managing Partner Florian Nitu is a key contact at the practice.