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Energy & Natural Resources
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Provided by Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen
Our Public Procurement and PPP practice has broad experience in the public procurement field, gained through our involvement in landmark projects developed in Romania during the last years in various sectors.
Our practice encompasses:
- classic public procurement
- utilities
- defense procurement and offset
- framework agreements, electronic tenders
- concessions
- challenges against the award documentation or procedure result / defense of the procedure result
- claims for the suspension of the award procedures and/or of the public procurement contracts
- contractual matters
- case law of national bodies and CJEU
Our Energy and Natural Resources practice has unrivalled expertise and has handled a vast array of matters specific to this sector, including:
- structuring and negotiation of industry specific agreements, including joint ventures, offtake, and various types of power-purchase agreements
- regulatory aspects at all levels, including permitting and licensing matters
- M&A, restructuring and privatization/post-privatization assistance, public offering of shares held by the state in energy companies, greenfield and brownfield projects
- project development, operation and maintenance
- sector specific concessions and licensing in electricity, renewables, oil & gas, and mining
- network access, grid connection, and third-party access matters
- energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and CCS projects
- energy-related environmental and climate change aspects
- tax, project finance or litigation
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Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen advised Lockheed Martin on its commitments under the Romania-USA protocol for the acquisition of 32 F-35 aircraft.
Strengths
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NNDKP stands out for its strategic legal input. The team embodies intelligence, confidence and charisma.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeNNDKP's combination of technical expertise and practical approach ensures that legal strategies are not only well-founded but also aligned with the client’s operational objectives.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeNNDKP demonstrates strong industry knowledge and applied experience.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeThe depth of NNDKP's team is great for addressing complex issues.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeNNDKP's lawyers provide practical, pragmatic advice which keeps our projects on track. One thing I really appreciate is how they always give us a heads-up before we hit any obstacles.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 Adina Chilim-Dumitriu
Adina Chilim-Dumitriu is noted for her excellent reputation in contentious and non-contentious procurement and tendering procedures, acting for construction companies and consortiums. She often advises on contractual issues in relation to transport projects. Adina is a very experienced lawyer and also a kind person; she provides excellent support.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeAdina Chilim-Dumitriu is an intelligent, pro-business lawyer who offers the best solutions in limited timeframes.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeWhenever we hit obstacles, Adina Chilim-Dumitriu guides us through the whole process with care and precision, always making sure we stay on solid ground.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeAdina Chilim-Dumitriu knows the market inside-out and is great at spotting potential roadblocks before they even arise, which helps everything run more smoothly.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeAdina Chilim-Dumitriu is a pleasure to work with. She keeps everything on track so we never have to worry about deadlines or details slipping through the cracks.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
Band 1 
Band 1 Ruxandra Bologa
Ruxandra Bologa is specialised in the handling of regulatory and permitting matters in the energy and natural resources sector. She has additional expertise in assisting with the development of oil and gas projects. Ruxandra Bologa is an excellent lawyer. She has extensive knowledge in many areas of law and expertise built over the years working in a challenging regulatory environment.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeRuxandra Bologa is always available and willing to go the extra mile for clients.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeRuxandra has a solid grasp of commercial issues and regulatory intelligence. I value how she looks at problems from multiple angles and appreciate her wit.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeWhat distinguishes Ruxandra Bologa is her ability to combine exceptional legal acumen with strategic foresight.
Energy & Natural Resources respondentEuropeRuxandra Bologa's calmness and pragmatism are her key strengths.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Gabriela Cacerea
Gabriela Cacerea frequently advises energy companies on Romanian legislation and regulatory matters, such as green certificates. She has also recently been active on a project financing and several renewable acquisitions.
Ranked Individuals at Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (3)
Romania
Ruxandra Bologa
Energy & Natural Resources
View profile Gabriela Cacerea
Energy & Natural Resources
View profile Adina Chilim-Dumitriu
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Ruxandra Bologa
View profile of Ruxandra BologaGabriela Cacerea
View profile of Gabriela CacereaAdina Chilim-Dumitriu
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