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We have one of the most dynamic finance & capital market practices on the Romanian market. We are well versed in the intricacies of Romanian and European banking and capital markets rules and have extensive knowledge of the practice of the relevant regulators.
Our large financing team practices across a variety of sectors and cooperates smoothly with some of the best regulatory specialists in Romania to devise structures tailored to the specificities of the relevant industries.
In 2015 – 2017 we have advised in the top deals (by value) in Romania: the largest IPO to date, the largest financing & capital markets transaction of 2016, the largest ever syndicated financing, the largest capital market transaction of 2015.
Selected credentials:

Assisting RCS & RDS S.A. in connection to an EUR 350 million bonds issuance by Cable Communications Systems N.V. (parent company of RCS & RDS S.A.) and a syndicated financing of RON 1,687,000,000 made available to RCS by several leading banks.

Assisting NGB S.A, the leading Greek bank in connection with the disposal of its 99.28% stake in its Romanian subsidiary Banca Romaneasca (“BROM”) and of a portfolio of Romanian-risk corporate loans. Signing occurred in July 2017.

Assisting Banca Transilvania in the largest acquisition on the Romanian banking market in 2017, namely 99.15% of Bancpost’s shares and of 100% of the shares issued by ERB Retail Services IFN and ERB Leasing IFN, companies that are part of Eurobank group.


Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Romania

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Filip & Company attracts considerable attention for advising banks and private equity houses on acquisition finance mandates. The team acts for both lenders and borrowers on facility agreements. The practice also represents lenders in financing leveraged buyouts. It has notable strength in capital markets mandates, including IPOs, share capital increases, bond issuances, note programmes and regulatory topics. The lawyers are a popular choice for clients looking for Romanian counsel with experience in real estate finance.

Work Highlights

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  • Filip & Company advised Holde Agri Invest on the EUR26.7 million facilities agreement to refinance the existing debt and acquire new farms in Romania.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alexandru Birsan
4
Alexandru Birsan
4
Band 4

Alexandru Birsan is a leading capital markets expert in Romania with experience advising clients on IPOs, note programmes and bond issuances. He also acts for borrowers on credit facility agreements, as well as acquisition finance mandates.

Alexandru constantly proves his expertise in sophisticated and complex matters that he has dealt with over the years.

He is creative, very knowledgeable in capital markets and very solution-oriented.

Alexandru Birsan is a consummate professional and true leader.

He has an exceptional talent for breaking down complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice, making even the most intricate matters accessible to the clients.

He is an excellent capital markets lawyer who I would gladly recommend to any client.

Alexandra Manciulea
5
Alexandra Manciulea
5
Band 5
Alexandra Manciulea advises international corporations and financial groups on high-value financings, including in the context of Chapter 11 reorganisation proceedings. She is also strong at handling the negotiation of complex facility agreements and buyout refinancings.

Alexandra offers excellent collaboration and a strong sense of dedication. She is highly oriented towards quality client service.

Alexandra Manciulea is always super helpful and focused on key issues.

She is very passionate about her work.

We see Alexandra's commitment to taking the project through the finish line. To that end, she is committed to pushing all involved to provide timely solutions.

Alina Stancu Birsan
5
Alina Stancu Birsan
Head of Banking & Finance
5
Band 5
Alina Stancu Birsan frequently assists borrowers and lenders with real estate and acquisition financing mandates, as well as with the negotiation of loan agreements. She also assists with corporate finance mandates.

She is very supportive and provides good advice.

Alina is an excellent professional, very pragmatic and highly skilled.

Alina is solution-oriented, very diligent and very prompt.

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Rebecca Marina
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Up and Coming

Rebecca Marina is an up-and-coming name who assists banks and corporations with the negotiation of sizeable credit facilities.

She always respects deadlines.

She has a very strong focus on result delivery.

Rebecca Marina offers an extremely positive attitude and readiness. She is solution-oriented and very diligent.

Rebecca is brilliant, very loyal and always providing solutions that lead to client satisfaction.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Romania

Banking & Finance

Alexandru Birsan
4
Alexandru Birsan
4
Band 4
Alexandra Manciulea
5
Alexandra Manciulea
5
Band 5
Alina Stancu Birsan
5
Alina Stancu Birsan
Head of Banking & Finance
5
Band 5
U
Rebecca Marina
U
Up and Coming

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