About

Provided by Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen

With one of the largest teams of dispute resolution lawyers among the law firms active in Romania, we have accumulated highly-specialized expertise and demonstrated practical commercial awareness that uniquely positions us as leading legal advisors to be entrusted with the most sensitive or intricate business disputes.

Lining-up seven Partners coordinating a team of 31 practitioners, we are particularly equipped to handle complex multi-party or long-standing disputes. We have the resources, coupled with the flexibility, experience and the practical know-how to deliver cost-effective results in thousands of cases each year.

We consistently propose creative, yet practical solutions to our clients when conflicts arise, along with sustainable strategies to reduce future potential risks – in fact, many of the court cases in which members of our team represented clients have developed into precedents that shaped and strengthened the current domestic case law.

In addition, lawyers, IP and tax consultants across our firm bring their practice and industry-specific knowledge and business insights to enable our litigators to handle even the most complicated issues in:

  • commercial relationships
  • construction and engineering
  • product liability
  • environmental law
  • planning and regulatory
  • fiscal law
  • intellectual property
  • competition and antitrust and unfair competition
  • public acquisition procedures
  • insolvency and bankruptcy
  • property law

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Romania

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP) frequently represents clients from the construction industry in procurement and contractual litigation, as well as in arbitration proceedings and the enforcement of arbitral awards. The team is also experienced in insolvency proceedings. It works closely with other departments within the firm to assist clients with real estate, competition and tax disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen acted for energy concern ELCEN Constanta in a EUR190 million damages claim against Constanta City Hall and municipality for failing to secure necessary funding for the regional electricity and heating provider.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ana Diculescu-Şova
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Ana Diculescu-Şova
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Eminent Practitioners
Ana Diculescu-Şova heads the dispute resolution team and has a considerable reputation in the market thanks to her expertise in disputes and specialisation in fiscal litigation. She is frequently seen acting on cases pertaining to VAT, profit tax and transfer pricing.
Sorina Olaru
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Sorina Olaru
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Band 1
Sorina Olaru offers considerable litigation expertise, and often advises clients on insolvency proceedings, challenges to fines and EU directives, and claims for damages. Her clients span the insurance, aviation, energy and manufacturing industries. She is additionally involved in international arbitration proceedings.

She has an impressive ability to analyse an issue from different angles and identify the best approach.

I have full confidence in her ability to handle our projects and to provide a clear path ahead, no matter the complexity and challenges we may encounter.

Sorina Olaru is an exceptional professional. She has deep understanding of our industry and always provides effective legal advice to protect our interests.

Emil Bivolaru
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Emil Bivolaru
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Band 3

Emil Bivolaru is noted for his experience advising on tax disputes, including litigation concerning tax exemptions and VAT pricing. He has a particular focus on the natural resources sector, as well as insurance and banking.

I wholeheartedly recommend Emil for any work in the litigation field. His impressive court experience and strong track record of legal wins position him as one of the best litigators in Romania.

Emil Bivolaru prepares comprehensive case strategies covering all angles and finds innovative legal solutions for intricate matters.

Valeriu Mina
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Valeriu Mina
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Up and Coming

Valeriu Mina of Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen is recognised as an up-and-coming partner with expertise in contractual disputes particularly in connection with construction and infrastructure projects.

Valeriu is an excellent mentor for the team, leading by example and inspiring the team to excel and achieve their full potential.

He is excellent in court, leveraging his extensive litigation experience and communication skills to defend our position and clearly convey our message.

His strategic mind, impressive legal and technical knowledge and business savviness make him a true asset in complex high-stakes cases.

Valeriu Mina is a keen strategist, with a remarkable ability to assess complex issues and identify the most effective legal paths to help us achieve our goals.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Romania

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Sorina Olaru
2
Sorina Olaru
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Band 2
Dispute Resolution: Litigation

Ana Diculescu-Şova
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Ana Diculescu-Şova
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Eminent Practitioners
Sorina Olaru
1
Sorina Olaru
1
Band 1
Emil Bivolaru
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Emil Bivolaru
3
Band 3
Valeriu Mina
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Valeriu Mina
U
Up and Coming

Members

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Ana Diculescu-Şova

Ana Diculescu-Şova

Head of Department

Daniela Gramaticescu

Marius Ezer

Oana Partenie

Valeriu Mina

Industries

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Energy and Natural Resources

Financial Services

Industrial and Manufacturing

Infrastructure and Transport

Insurance and Private Pensions

Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare

Real Estate

Retail and Consumer Goods

Technology