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Wolf Theiss

Dispute Resolution: Litigation

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The Dispute Resolution practice in Bucharest is a major contributor to the success of the Wolf Theiss Bucharest office in both turnover and complexity of high-profile legal advice.

The main areas of expertise for the Dispute Resolution team are investment arbitration, international commercial arbitration and white-collar crime whilst high value, international commercial litigation, including cross border insolvency, is the solid foundation of the entire practice. The team manages a portfolio of arbitration and litigation cases of over EUR 300 million. Sanctions litigation cases pertaining to the effects of the war in Ukraine have substantially added to the practice and specific expertise of the team.

We represent clients in all stages of litigation and arbitration proceedings. Our litigation experts are renowned for their strategic, hands-on approach, eloquent and efficient performance in court. 

Within the Wolf Theiss Bucharest office litigation practice, particular expertise has been developed in construction EU law, IP/IT, tax (domestic and cross border application of the VAT and customs duties regimes), insolvency, public procurement, employment, a diversified portfolio of enforcement cases with specific procedures carried out in the renewable energy, shipping industry (including ship arrest warrants), in a variety of industries including energy, financial services, gaming, construction and infrastructure.

Clients (19)

  • Aberdeen Immobilien Kapitalanlagegesellschaft | Degi Milleni
  • Al-Arrab Contracting Co.
  • Ascendis Health
  • Bet Master
  • Commerzbank
  • Cyeb Energiakereskedo
  • Energreen Investment Europe
  • GE International Wilmington Sucursala Romania
  • International Automotive Components Group (IAC)
  • Junik
  • Kelag
  • Koninklijke Bunge
  • Land Power
  • Oracle Romania (Oracle Global Services Romania)
  • Rehau Polymer
  • Republic of Moldova
  • Thoreb Group of Companies
  • VESTAS Group
  • Yazaki

Industries (15)

  • Energy
  • Construction and Infrastructure
  • Financial Services
  • Agribusiness
  • Retail
  • Automotive
  • Chemical Industry
  • Funds
  • Healthcare
  • Industrial Machinery and Equipment
  • Manufacturing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Public Sector
  • Technology
  • Transport

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Romania


What the Team is Known For
The Romanian office of Wolf Theiss fields a strong international disputes practice that acts for numerous domestic and international clients in the finance and energy sectors. The firm frequently assists clients with insolvency disputes, enforcement cases and recovery proceedings. The team also offers expertise in construction litigation, contractual disputes and liability claims, in addition to representing clients in appeals. It has further experience in arbitration, including ICC proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • Wolf Theiss acted for Bunge Romania on two disputes relating to a supply agreement.

Strengths

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  • The team provides excellent and detailed communication.

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  • Wolf Theiss stands out for its ability to master highly complex, often cross-border disputes that demand seamless coordination among multiple stakeholders.

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  • The team demonstrates a strategic mindset, exceptional client focus and deep knowledge.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Ligia Popescu
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    Ligia Popescu

    Ligia Popescu heads Wolf Theiss' dispute resolution department in Romania and is noted for her work on insurance litigation, insolvency disputes, arbitration proceedings and construction disputes. She often advises clients from the financial services and energy industries.

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