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CMS

Energy & Natural Resources

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Clients (11)

  • PPC
  • Entek Elektrik Üretim
  • Rezolv Energy
  • TotalEnergies
  • Nala Renewables
  • Iberdrola
  • EBRD
  • World Bank
  • IFC
  • DRI
  • Volkswind

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Energy & Natural Resources - Romania

What the Team is Known For
CMS advises clients on domestic energy regulations, including licensing, renewable energy incentives, and energy and emissions trading legislation. It also handles energy projects, assisting with acquisitions, financings and developments, often for renewable energy projects. The law firm offers experience in transactions involving assets from the energy and natural resources sector, including oil fields.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Candu Energy, Ansaldo Nucleare and Canada Commercial Corporation on the EUR1.9 billion public procurement contract for the refurbishment of the Unit 1 Candu reactor at Cernavoda NPP.

Strengths

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  • CMS stands out for its exceptional team that is able to blend deep regulatory expertise with extensive cross-border capabilities.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • CMS provides advice that is clear, effective and commercially minded. The team is available whenever required and we feel as though we receive the best possible service.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • CMS is very responsive and the services we receive are of top quality.

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  • CMS has a well-balanced team with both depth in specialised areas and breadth across multiple disciplines, enabling comprehensive and effective support.

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  • CMS stands out for its deep understanding of the legal framework, its strategic advice and its relentless energy and availability.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Varinia Radu
    Varinia Radu

    Varinia Radu

    Varinia Radu is experienced in a range of regulatory matters for energy providers, investors and traders. She is particularly known for her work in the oil and gas sector and, in addition to this, has recently been active on a number of renewables mandates.

    • Varinia Radu is very well informed and is also prompt in her responses.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • Varinia Radu has excellent all-round expertise and commercial acumen.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • Varinia Radu offers a perfect balance of big picture strategy and attention to detail. She has an exceptional ability to anticipate regulatory shifts and advise us on how they impact our long-term business case.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • We are very happy with Varinia Radu's involvement and profound knowledge.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • She manages her team flawlessly, ensuring we get high-level partner attention whenever it matters most.

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