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CMS

Corporate/M&A

Europe Guide 2026 : Romania

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Clients (11)

  • AFI Europe
  • Ahold Delhaize
  • Alior Bank
  • Entek Elektrik Üretim
  • Ford Otosan
  • L & C Properties (part of M Core)
  • Nala Renewables
  • OCP Group
  • PPC Group
  • Alcedo
  • Cicor Group

Industries (12)

  • Energy
  • Technology, Media and Telecommunications
  • Private Equity
  • Lifesciences & Healthcare
  • Consumer Products
  • Infrastructure & Projects
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Banks and Financial Institutions
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Retail
  • Automotive

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Corporate/M&A - Romania

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

CMS is a well-reputed law firm with a significant client roster from the financial, energy and technology sectors. Its respected lawyers are capable of handling complex M&A transactions. It is also strong in assisting clients with the setting up of joint ventures. This notable team is particularly well known for its international and CEE-wide mandates, with multinational corporate clients and private equity funds benefiting from the firm's extensive network of offices in the region and further afield.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Nala Renewables on its EUR214 million acquisition of an onshore wind project from OX2.

Strengths

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  • We value the team's flexibility, communication and attentiveness to client needs.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • CMS is very efficient and responsive and the quality of the advice the firm provides is excellent.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • The team is experienced and extremely competent, providing prompt responses to all issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Horea Popescu
    Horea Popescu

    Horea Popescu

    Managing partner Horea Popescu enjoys a strong reputation for assisting multinational private equity companies with acquisitions in Romania, as well as advising on joint venture agreements and restructuring transactions.

    • Horea provides a high-quality service and is commercially-minded.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • He is knowledgeable and responsive.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Horea Popescu is an excellent lawyer, with a strong legal understanding and a commercial mindset. It's a pleasure to work with him.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
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  • Rodica Manea
    Rodica Manea

    Rodica Manea

    Rodica Manea assists with joint ventures and acquisitions. She has prominent experience in the financial services and life sciences industries.

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  • Mircea Moraru
    Mircea Moraru

    Mircea Moraru

    Counsel Mircea Moraru maintains strong market endorsement and is notably active in the Romanian corporate/M&A arena.

    • He's a great lawyer to work with.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • He has a hands-on approach and a good understanding of the business.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Mircea is very conscientious and highly responsive to the needs of the client.

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