“Cooperation with you and MPR team is a true blessing because you are the best!”

Source: Legal counsel of global technology company (2020)

“(…) congratulations with regards to the strategy [provided], which I find perfect!”

Source: CEO of a Swiss state-of-the-art scanning systems manufacturer (2020)

“I congratulate you for your professionalism.”

Source: Managing Partner with a major Insolvency House (2019)

“You did really a great job. The organization, the structure and the speed was perfect.”

Source: Director of a major German transport company (2019)

I was very impressed with you and your team

Source: Partner with a reputed UK based law firm

My thanks to everyone for a job most excellently done

Source: Partner with a reputed UK based law firm

I look forward to working with you all again very soon

Source: Partner with a reputed UK based law firm

The Lawyer European Awards 2018

Source: European Law Firm of the Year – Highly Commended

Law Firm of the Year: Eastern Europe and the Balkans

Source: Law Firm of the Year: Eastern Europe and the Balkans

“Impressive use of technology, and a solid international client base”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2018

“Well presented strategy”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2018

“They are all excellent lawyers”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“They provide quality and business friendly input”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“Their knowledge and services are excellent”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“They live up to the expectations”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“They have an excellent reputation in the healthcare field”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“Highly attuned to the complex local legislative framework”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“They are cost efficient and very professional”

Source: IFLR 1000 (2018)

“I could not be more pleased with the manner in which you have handled the matter”

Source: CFO of a specialized equipment supplier

“A trustful, reliable and very competent law firm”

Source: GC of a global automotive supplier

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Law Firm of the Year: Romania
The Lawyer European Awards 2017

“Good financial performance and growth, focus on the core market”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2017

“Takes part in noteworthy CSR initiatives”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2017

“Recognised internationally for the great quality of its services”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2017

“A true Romanian success story”

Source: Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2017

“Professionals of high standards.”

Source: Director of an important oil & gas company

“I had made the same request from over 20 law firms in the past 15 years and your law firm made the most comprehensive and best analysis, in a timely fashion and very well written.”

Source: Partner with a U.S. based law firm

“A reliable team providing a high standard of work.”

Source: Chambers and Partners

“This team is pragmatic and dedicated, and successfully represents our interests.”

Source: Chambers and Partners

“They are quick, thorough and pro-business, very determined, innovative and friendly.”

Source: IFLR 1000

“This is a go-to firm for M&A deals.”

Source: IFLR 1000

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News

29 November 2013 - MPR Partners looking for its next senior associate

We are currently looking for an experienced business lawyer with sound legal knowledge and a solid background in consultancy, having 4-5 years PQE with impressive command of English language, preferably an LL.M holder. Our soon-to- be-colleague must be flexible in terms of tasks and schedule, passionate about his/ her career, ready to put up with exciting projects and though a team player also a successful individual. On top of that add a warm character, sprinkle the attention to details and goal oriented traits and complete the process by sending your resume and letter of intent to alina.popescu@mprpartners.com.

28 October 2013 - Office Assistant position opening – Are you ready to jump start your corporate career?

We are looking for a communicative and neatly organized Office Assistant, with excellent command of English, to handle our front desk and day-to-day administrative tasks under the direct coordination of our Office Manager. If the above coupled with a young, modern, friendly environment and a rather flexible program are your cup of tea, please send your CVs accompanied by a letter of intent to alina.popescu@mprpartners.com

17 October 2013 - The team led by Gelu Maravela obtains the annulment of financial corrections inflicted to a regional contracting authority

The team led by Gelu Maravela announces its successful representation of a regional contracting authority in a litigation against the Romania’s Ministry of Environment. The contracting authority whose name cannot be disclosed at this point is a state-owned company running a EUR120 million European funding project. The company in question was compelled by the Ministry of Environment to pay a significant financial correction in connection with the project, correction which was annulled following the favourable decision rendered by the Romanian Supreme Court (the High Court of Cassation and Justice) in appeal. Based on that decision, which was one of the few such solutions related to the financial corrections applied by the state-authorities in charge, the contracting authority joined a very small number of authorities with no financial corrections.

10 October 2013 - Firm’s specialists quoted by Juridice.ro

Juridice.ro, the reputed Romanian online platform for legal news and updates, requested the opinion of Partner Marius Pătrăşcanu, head of the firm’s insolvency practice group, with respect to the new Romanian Insolvency Code.

09 August 2013 - Career opportunity: looking for Office Manager for our Bucharest office – Position filled

If you are an excellent organizer with communicational, interpersonal and multitasking abilities, fluent in both written and spoken English and proud owner of a higher education diploma, ready to support our lawyers and advisers on their day-to-day administrative tasks while keeping our office at its optimum parameters from a logistics perspective, you may be the right candidate for this opening. To our Office Manager we provide an elegant, young and dynamic working environment, career development opportunities and last but not least, a competitive salary!Sounds just about right? Need more information? We’re waiting for your resume and letter of intent in English at alina.popescu@mprpartners.com. We thank you very much for your interest in our Office Manager position and for the numerous CVs that you sent!

07 June 2013 - MPR Partners contributes to International Bar Association publications

The June 2013 issue of the International Bar Association’s International Sales Newsletter features the article authored by Partner Alina Popescu on pros and cons regarding the European Commission’s proposal for a common European sales law. The International Bar Association is the world’s leading organization of international legal practitioners, bar associations and legal societies. Counting over 50.000 members, it influences the development of international law reform and shapes the future of the legal profession throughout the world. For more information about the International Bar Association please visit http://www.ibanet.org/Default.aspx. Full content of the article can be accessed here: https://www.mprpartners.com/docs/Article_8_june_2013.pdf

11 April 2013 - MPR Partners contributes to IFC and World Bank surveys

The International Financial Corporation and the World Bank called for our contribution to the 2014 edition of the reputed Doing Business publication, which provides objective measures of business regulations and their enforcement across 185 economies and selected cities at the subnational and regional level. MPR Partners has forthwith provided the IFC and World Bank with valuable information on Romanian legal framework and business practice in several areas, encompassing contract enforcement, financing, investors protection, energy, property registration, construction permits, insolvency, business start-ups, cross-border trading and employment. More information concerning the Doing Business initiative can be found at http://www.doingbusiness.org/.

01 April 2013 - Celebrating a new partner

MPR Partners grows stronger by the recent accession of Marius Pătrășcanu, a dedicated attorney with acknowledged skills in several fields of practice, who has joined us as equity partner. Before joining MPR Partners, Marius has been a senior asscoiate with Mușat & Asociații and has gathered extensive expertise in major M&A deals, intricate regulatory, corporate and commercial matters pertaining to various industries (including IT & Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare), as well as in all aspects concerning real estate and construction, including financing and securitization. Marius holds an LL.B degree awarded by Iași University Law School, has authored a study on legal protection of computer programs and is a constant contributor to national and international legal publications.

12 February 2013 - Alina Popescu joins the Firm as Co-Managing Partner

MPR Partners proudly announces that a new equity partner with excellent reputation has joined our ranks! With over 10 years of experience as counsel in a large number of major projects unfolded on the Romanian market, Alina Popescu has gained solid expertise in M&A and FDI matters, commercial & contract law, international arbitration and amicable settlement of high value disputes. In terms of recent achievements, Alina was lead counsel in the successful sale of the state-of-art manufacturing facility held by one of the world leaders in mobile communication devices and has counselled a major German investor in the acquisition of three distressed freight wagons manufacturing businesses holding a significant share of the European market. Before joining MPR Partners, Alina was a partner with one of the top tier Romanian law firms. She holds an LLM degree in European Union Law awarded with distinction of merit by the French University of Montesquieu Bordeaux IV, and has authored numerous legal digests, articles and surveys of interest for the business law community.

03 September 2014 - Gelu Maravela reveals the secrets behind his professional success

Managing Partner Gelu Maravela reveals the secrets behind his professional success, whilst well-known legal platform Bizlawyer commends MPR Partners as a “leading firm” (“firma de top”). See the English version of the article here and the full article (in Romanian) at https://www.bizlawyer.ro/stiri/piata-avocaturii/cum-a-schimbat-gelu-titus-maravela-meseria-de-motorist-cu-cea-de-avocat-cine-l-a-impins-din-burta-unei-nave-fluviale-pana-in-fruntea-unei-firme-de-top

27 July 2014 - MPR Partners partners discuss legislative instability in the latest Investments Guide published by Forbes Romania

July special issue of Forbes Romania published MPR Partners’ input on investor remedies to legislative instability, encompassing thoughts on EU regulations, lobbying and investment arbitration. Full article (Romanian) available here.

22 July 2014 - MPR Partners partners with lawyer.it (law students and recent graduates invited to apply)

As always, at MPR Partners, we aim to provide support to talented young lawyers to be. This time we invite you to send your resumes by July 31 to lawyr.it, in order to have easy access to dedicated legal sector employers. More information at http://www.lawyr.it/index.php/lawyr-it-compendium.

24 June 2014 - Managing Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu ranked in Best Lawyers

Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu have been designated by the prestigious US based publication Best Lawyers as leading attorneys in their fields, following poles undertaken amongst their colleagues and peers. Gelu Maravela was thus named the Best Lawyers’ 2014-2015 Bucharest Energy Law “Lawyer of the Year” and has been ranked in several other practice areas such as Arbitration and Mediation, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation, Natural Resources Law, Project Finance and Development Practice. Alina Popescu, on the other hand, has been listed by her peers in Best Lawyers for her Arbitration and Corporate Law practice. Best Lawyers is one the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession, a listing in Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers. For more than three decades, Best Lawyers lists have earned the respect of the profession, the media, and the public, as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals anywhere. More information about Best Lawyers at: http://www.bestlawyers.com

23 June 2014 - Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu shares thoughts on successful business in the current edition of Business Woman

Click here for the full article (Romanian)

13 June 2014 - MPR Partners designated M&A and Contract Law Firm of the Year in Romania by Acquisition International

Following a thorough research of expertise, insights and overall success rate, the reputed London based Acquisition International Magazine declared MPR Partners’ both Mergers & Acquisitions and Contract Law firm of the year, thus placing the firm among top tier piers, globally. Among this year’s winners we are proud to be sharing titles with, are internationally highly reputed firms such as Linklaters, Herbert Smith, K&L Gates, Norton Rose, Baker & McKenzie, Bird & Bird and many important others. “This year’s winners are some of the most dedicated, forward-thinking and determined we’ve seen in all our time running these awards,” said Kathryn Turner, Chief Coordinator of the 2014 M&A Awards. Full official press release can be accessed here. To read Acquisition International’s supplement in full, click here.

06 June 2014 - Managing partners reveal the firm’s promising first semester results

During an interview conducted by the reputed BizLawyer business and legal portal, firm’s managing partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu confirmed market rumors about the top level M&A transactions unfolded under the firm’s legal arm, also browsing other leading practice areas and expectations for the energy sectors. Full article (Romanian) here.

27 May 2014 - MPR Partners partner of Forbes Healthcare

MPR Partners was partner of Forbes Healthcare 2014, event in which important pharmaceuticals companies, clinics, suppliers of medical system, technology producers, pharmaceutical chains and authorities have met to discuss sustainable business solutions in the medical sector. The topics approached included, among others, governmental strategy in the medical sector as well as measures aimed to develop the public health sector, financial solutions for the current year, financial constraints and public needs in the health sector, being discussed on a parallel between public and private health sectors.

05 March 2014 - Second Office Assistant position opening – Are you ready to jump start your corporate career?

We are looking for a communicative and neatly organized Office Assistant, with excellent command of English, to handle our front desk and day-to-day administrative tasks under the direct coordination of our Office Manager.. If the above coupled with a young, modern, friendly environment and a rather flexible program are your cup of tea, please send your CVs accompanied by a letter of intent to andreea.andrei@mprpartners.com

09 January 2014 - New openings for associates at MPR Partners

We are currently looking for associates with 3 to 5 years PQE with sound legal knowledge and consultancy and/or litigation background. Good command of English language, both written and spoken, along with team player skills are a must. Send your resume and letter of intent to alina.popescu@mprpartners.com.

19 November 2015 - MPR Partners looking for its next litigation lawyer, 1 – 5 PQE – Position filled

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises;

What we are seeking:

  • 1 to 5 years of experience in civil, commercial and administrative litigation;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

To apply, please send your resume and letter of intent briefly describing why you desire to join our team and what motivates you in your legal career, to office@mprpartners.com

19 November 2015 - MPR Partners looking for its next consultancy lawyer, 1 – 5 PQE – Position filled

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, regulatory & compliance; further experience in M&A and real estate & construction represents a competitive advantage;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 1 to 5 years since Bar admission;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

Please send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to work amongst internationally acknowledged outstanding professionals, in a pleasant environment. Please do not forget to mention the position you are applying for.

11 November 2015 - MPR Partners looking for its next consultancy lawyer, senior associate / managing associate – Position filled

We are expanding our consultancy team and we are looking for a talented and experienced lawyer, 5+ years PQE.

What we are offering:

    • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
    • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
    • high profile clients and mandates;
    • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
    • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
    • competitive financial package;
    • elegant office premises;

What we are seeking:

    • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory & compliance; further experience in capital markets, energy &
    • natural resources, public acquisitions and data protection represents a competitive advantage;
    • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
    • experience of minimum 5 years since Bar admission, in law firms with teams of at least 10 lawyers;
    • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
    • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
    • desire and skills to form interns;
    • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.
    • To apply, please send your resume and letter of intent briefly describing why you desire to join our team and what motivates you in your legal career, to office@mprpartners.com

12 October 2015 - MPR Partners – Corporate/M&A department acknowledged by IFLR 1000 and repeatedly awarded internationally

In only two years since its establishment, the Romanian law firm MPR Partners has built a solid track record, its founding partners having succeeded to develop both a vast portfolio of top local and international clients and a strong team of professionals, as well as to gather an impressive list of awards and distinctions.

The spectacular results achieved were not left unnoticed internationally, the firm’s various departments having obtained in an impressively short time span a considerable amount of awards, as well as the recognition of international directories.

One of MPR Partners’ most awarded departments is Corporate/M&A, which is a practice area with tradition for the firm’s founding partners Gelu Maravela, Alina Popescu and Marius Pătrășcanu (attorneys with a vast experience in top Romanian and international law firms).

Our most recent distinction in the field comes from the renowned international directory IFLR 1000, which designated on Friday the firm’s Corporate/M&A practice as “notable”, thus including MPR Partners on the select list of the leading Romanian law firms. International Financial Law Review (IFLR) releases each year rankings of law firms from numerous jurisdictions, mainly considering corporate and financial services. The rankings are based on a rigorous research process that includes firm analysis and interviews conducted with their clients and competitors.

The IFLR1000 designation comes after the ranking obtained earlier this year in the reputed international directory Legal 500 for the same practice area, as well as after the “M&A Law Firm of the Year, Romania” awarded last year to MPR Partners by London based business publications Acquisition International, Finance Monthly and ACQ5.

Our Corporate/M&A awards join a considerable number of other distinctions obtained in just two years from the firm’s establishment.

For instance, the well-known British publication The Lawyer shortlisted MPR Partners just this spring for the “Law Firm of the Year: Romania” distinction, which was awarded during The Lawyer European Awards 2015, one of the most important events in the sector.

In addition, MPR Partners’ Projects department was included this year in the first tiers of the reputed European directory of Chamber & Partners. Furthermore, the international business platform CorporateLiveWire awarded the firm also this year for Innovation & Excellency as well as for “Insolvency firm of the year”, while the renowned American guide Best Lawyers International recommends the firm’s founding partners in no less than seven practice areas, Gelu Maravela being also designated 2014-2015 Bucharest Energy Law “Lawyer of the Year”.

“When we started off as MPR Partners, we had quite a few considerable assets and advantages: know-how acquired in many years of practice in top tier national and international firms and a team of professionals exquisitely prepared by my side. It is not only to them but to our clients and pears as well that we extend our gratitude, on this occasion. Our achievements to date are just the beginning – we are going to continue in the same style, rhythm and on the same path with at least the same amount of determination, thus growing our expertise and name in a constant manner.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

15 September 2015 - New consultancy associate opening at MPR Partners

We have a new position available for a talented young consultancy associate, with 1 to 3 years PQE, sound legal knowledge and good command of English language, both written and spoken. The ideal candidate should be passionate about his/her career, being ready to accept all professional challenges entailed by joining a team of reputed business lawyers. Please send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com.

25 August 2015 - MPR Partners looking for its next litigation associate

We are currently looking for an associate with sound legal knowledge and 2-3 years of experience in commercial dispute resolution, to join our litigation team. Our soon-to-be-colleague must be flexible in terms of tasks and schedule, passionate about his/her career and ready to put up with exciting projects. Additional experience in insolvency procedures and labour conflicts are definite advantages. Send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to join a team of outstanding professionals. Update: We thank you very much indeed for the impressive number of CVs sent. The position has now been filled, please follow MPR Partners on LinkedIn for further openings!

13 July 2015 - Firm partner interviewed by The Lawyer

Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu has been interviewed by British publication The Lawyer on outlook of investments and Romanian anti-corruption measures. Find the full article (English) at http://www.thelawyer.com/analysis/market-analysis/regions/europe-analysis/anti-corruption-measures-are-beginning-to-benefit-romania/3036875.article.

10 June 2015 - MPR Partners supported the SEE Growth Summit – Most important management event of the year in South Eastern Europe

Our commitment to excellent services and our dedication to every aspect of our clients’ businesses are just two of the reasons we were involved with this amazing project, a premiere in South Eastern Europe and the most important management event of 2015 in the aforementioned area. Speakers with impressive backgrounds and sound experience along with renown guests and an impeccable organizing by Forbes Romania are what made SEE Growth Summit become a successful event. For more details please visit Forbes’ website here.

06 June 2015 - Two new openings for junior associates at MPR Partners

We are currently looking for two junior associates with sound legal knowledge, one to join our consultancy team and the other one dedicated to our litigation department. Good command of English language, both written and spoken, along with team player skills are a must. Fluency in a second language and a post graduate formation are definite advantages. Send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to join a team of outstanding professionals.

04 June 2015 - Firm partners interviewed on advantages of legal post graduate education

Managing Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu were invited by leading legal business platform BizLawyer to share their opinion on legal post graduate education, thus revealing their choices and experience as well as the numerous advantages a post graduate programme brings in a professional and personal perspective. Full article (Romanian) here.

15 May 2015 - Firm partners share tips and tricks on law firm startups

Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu and Partner Marius Pătrășcanu reveal their opinion and personal experience advice related to a successful business startup in the legal field during an interview conducted by leading legal business platform Bizlawyer. Full interview (Romanian) at http://www.bizlawyer.ro/stiri/viata-firmelor/trei-start-up-uri-tinere-din-avocatura-la-raport-una-aspira-deja-la-un-loc-in-top-10-celelalte-si-au-consolidat-pozitia-reteta-succesului-pe-o-piata-competitiva.

04 May 2015 - Firm’s partners share insights on international arbitration

The Global Legal Group called for MPR Partners’ contribution to the 2015 first edition of the reputed Global Legal Insights – International Arbitration publication, which contains 36 country chapters drafted by leading practitioners from around the world and is designed to provide general counsel and comprehensive insights of International Arbitration – practical issues, policy issues, strategic issues – by jurisdiction, highlighting market trends and legal developments.

The Romania chapter authored by Co-managing partner Alina Popescu and Managing partner Gelu Maravela contains MPR Partners’ input on the most important aspects of International Arbitration in the Romanian jurisdiction.

More information concerning the Global Legal Insights – International Arbitration publication can be found at https://www.globallegalinsights.com/practice-areas/international-arbitration-/global-legal-insights—international-arbitration-1/romania

30 April 2015 - New openings for associates at MPR Partners

As always, at MPR Partners, we aim to provide support to talented young lawyers. This time we are looking to expand our team with a young associate with 3 to 5 years of experience in areas such as: commercial & contract law, corporate and M&A, real estate and IT & Telecommunications. Good command of English language, both written and spoken, along with team player skills are a must. Should you be interested in this challenging opportunity, send your CVs accompanied by a letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com.

24 April 2015 - MPR Partners awarded for innovation and excellence in Romania by Corporate LiveWire’s 2015 Innovation & Excellence Awards’ Winners Guide

Following an extensive 12 month search of innovative, groundbreaking and client-focused firms, the reputed Corporate LiveWire’s 2015 Innovation & Excellence Awards’ Winners Guide declared MPR Partners the Most Outstanding Law Firm in Romania, thus placing the firm among top tier piers, globally.

The Corporate LiveWire Awards cover the most important sectors of business, from Finance advisories and Funding providers to Law firms and specialist advisory companies that deal with mergers and acquisitions. Across categories for: innovation, best practice, leadership, performance, sustainable development CSR, employee satisfaction and customer service, the 2015 Innovation & Excellence Awards Guide profiles the backgrounds and recent achievements of the winners in each category.

Among this year’s winners we are proud to be sharing titles with, are internationally highly reputed firms such as deVere Group, Cendyn, Chaturvedi & Shah, MDxHealth, J. Knipper & Co, Spar Group, GCL New Energy Holdings, LinkedIn, Google, Deloitte, PwC and many important others. “The Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence award winners have not only proved to be resilient and creative but have also shown a willingness to adapt to the ever changing environment of their respective fields; attributes that have certainly been key to the winners’ exceptional performance and success,” said Leah Jones, Awards Director of the 2015 Innovation & Excellence Awards Winners Guide. The full winners guide can be found at: http://www.corporatelivewire.com/innovation-and-excellence-awards.html

12 January 2015 - The Lawyer European Awards 2015 – MPR Partners shortlisted for Law Firm of the Year: Romania

In the advent of the most important European legal awards galas, which has been organized for several years by the leading UK publication The Lawyer, an independent jury consisting of experienced senior private practice and in-house lawyers from major companies and law firms has drawn the shortlists of nominees for law firm of the year awards in various European jurisdictions.

Further to what was deemed by the Romanian publication Bizlawyer as a “spectacular performance” (see the full article at https://www.mprpartners.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Bizlawyer-Maravela-shortlisted-by-The-Lawyer-European-Awards-2015.pdf), MPR Partners has been shortlisted for Law Firm of the Year: Romania award along with 5 other leading Romanian law firms.

According to the Lawyer (12 January 2015 issue, page 12), this year’s shortlisted nominees have been selected out of a “record number of entries” and “stand out for their sharp and inventive strategic focus to overcome challenges”.

The Lawyer European Awards 2015 jury includes representatives of RPC, Orwell Group, Osborne Clarke, Addleshaw Goddard, Centaur Media, Abercrombie & Kent, Travers Smith, HBO Europe, Just Eat, Arnold & Porter, Monsoon Accessorize, Trowers & Hamlins, Winston & Strawn, Unisys, Charles Russell Speechlys, Basic Element, Macfarlanes, Wood Group, TSYS International, Paul Hastings, Slaughter & May, Holman Fenwick Willan, Mishcon de Reya, Sorin, Walker Morris, Bryan Cave.

For more details regarding The Lawyer European Awards 2015 event, shortlists and judges, visit https://www.thelawyer.com/event/european-awards/

05 December 2016 - MPR Partners looking for its next consultancy senior associate / managing associate – Position filled

We are expanding our consultancy team and we are looking for a talented and experienced lawyer, 5+ years PQE.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory & compliance;
  • further experience in capital markets, energy & natural resources, public acquisitions and data protection represents a competitive advantage;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 5 years since Bar admission, in law firms with teams of at least 10 lawyers;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

To apply, please send your resume and letter of intent briefly describing why you desire to join our team and what motivates you in your legal career, to office@mprpartners.com

29 November 2016 - Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu nominated for Excellence in Management

We are proud of our Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu who, following an extensive research process conducted by Legal Magazin Media Group, was nominated for the Excellence in Management Award. Winners will be announced on December 7, 2016, during the 3rd edition of the Lady Lawyer Awards Gala, held at the Romanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Bucharest. This year’s nominees, divided into 23 distinct categories, are partners of reputed local business law firms and in house counsels from various sectors (including banking & finance, insurance, etc.). Market experience, peer and client recommendations, brand image, leadership style, media presence and academic activity are a few of the criteria taken into consideration during the nomination process. According to the organizers, the Lady Lawyer Awards Gala recognizes the nominees’ tenacity, passion, vision, professional rigor and ability to establish durable partnerships for their firms.

16 November 2016 - New managing associates in the consultancy department of MPR Partners

This November, MPR Partners’ leadership structure has been broaden through the promotion of Mihai Buciuman and Daniel Vinerean as managing associates.

Mihai Buciuman has over 7 years of legal pratice, previously being part of the consultancy teams of Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen, Popovici Nițu Stoica & Asociații and Vernon, David and Asociații. Mihai assists clients in a wide variety of aspects spanning commercial, corporate and regulatory & compliance. He furthermore successfully handles all audit, contractual and implementation matters pertaining to mergers and acquisitions. The mandates currently entrusted to Mihai belong to top clients, such as one of the biggest European producers of railcars and freight waggons, a world leading developer and supplier of automotive parts, a renowned Spanish garments producer and retailer with global presence, etc.

Daniel Vinerean holds more than 13 years of legal experience, having formerly acted as corporate counsel in top international companies. Daniel specializes in complex real estate & construction projects, corporate aspects, commercial contracts, mergers & acquisitions and regulatory & compliance matters. He provides assistance to reputed clients, such as the financial division of one of the biggest automobile producers, one of the world leaders in construction and industrial services, a global leader in seeds and plant protection products production, etc.

Mihai and Daniel possess strong economic knowledge, having graduated from the Economic Studies Academy, and thus holding a strong competitive advantage in business law.

“We are glad every time we come across such an occasion, as vertical development, aside from horizontal growth, is a clear sign of consolidation and progress. I congratulate them both and wish them best of luck and many successes in their new positions.” Managing Partner Gelu Maravela.

“Mihai and Daniel have extraordinary professional qualities. In addition, they have wonderfully integrated the team, are ambitious and experienced. We consider this promotion as a first step towards partnership, our firm being open to welcoming new management team members. Only through a solid foundation made of skilled and experienced lawyers we can evolve in a healthy manner.” Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu

25 October 2016 - MPR Partners supports HOSPICE Casa Speranţei

Starting with this year, MPR Partners acts as honorary patron of HOSPICE Casa Speranței’s Adunații Copăceni socio-medical project.

The nongovernmental charity organization HOSPICE Casa Speranței was established in Braşov, in 1992, at the initiative of the British Graham Perolls, with the purpose of introducing and developing palliative care for children and adults suffering from a terminal illness.

The organization currently holds two integrated services centres in Brașov and București and mobile teams in Făgăraș and Zărnești. HOSPICE developed complete palliative care services, offered in day centres, walk in clinics, own inpatient units, at the patients` homes and in partner hospitals. In its 24 years of existence, HOSPICE brought relief and hope for more than 20.000 children and adults suffering from terminal illnesses. HOSPICE Casa Speranței develops palliative care nationally and internationally through informational campaigns, educational programs dedicated to professionals, patients and the entire community, as well as by improving the related legislation.

In its capacity as honorary patron, Maravela supports the activity of HOSPICE Casa Speranței through various endeavours: encouraging its employees and collaborators to redirect 2% of their income tax towards HOSPICE Casa Speranței, attending events organized by the organization (galas, charity dinners, sports events) and actively attending the foundation`s organizational meetings, offering pro bono legal assistance, through press campaigns, involvement in fundraising activities and so on.

“We are grateful for the support MPR Partners provides to HOSPICE Casa Speranței. The need for palliative care is very high in Romania and we continuously try to extend our services in order to reach more patients, thus any help, either from individuals or companies, is of great value to us” declared Mirela Nemțanu, executive director of the nongovernmental organization.

Seizing this opportunity, MPR Partners invites its colleagues and collaborators to take part in and support the endeavours of HOSPICE Casa Speranței and wishes to raise the awareness concerning the usefulness and necessity of providing palliative care in Romania.

“We are proud to support HOSPICE`s cause in any way possible. I believe that anyone is sensitive to the immense drama that people touched by incurable illnesses go through, together with their families. The first thing that springs to mind when you hear the term incurable is hopelessness, and the fact that this organization supports and brings real benefits to these people is extraordinary. I equally consider that everyone should get involved and I congratulate HOSPICE for their countless successes.” stated Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

Companies can support HOSPICE through:

  • directing up to 20% of their tax on profit, based on the law of sponsorship (details here);
  • informing their employees about the possibility of redirecting 2% of their income tax towards the organization (details here) and of punctual donations (details here);
  • facilitating meetings with other companies with a sponsorship potential;
  • attending charity events organized in the organization`s benefit and sponsoring;
  • marketing campaigns (details here);
  • placing donation boxes in selling points (details here).

Individuals can support HOSPICE through:

  • volunteering in one of the centres or at the organization’s headquarters;
  • punctual or recurrent donations, directly into the organization`s account (details here);
  • redirecting 2% of their income tax towards the organization (details here);
  • buying from the Bootik Charity Shop (details here);
  • attending sports events where HOSPICE benefits from its Team HOSPICE;
  • individual fundraising through the Galantom platform (details here).

Further information about the organization’s projects and ongoing campaigns is available on HOSPICE Casa Speranței’s official website, at www.hospice.ro

17 October 2016 - MPR Partners at International Bar Association’s Competition Conference

As part of our continuous team training and informational process, Associate Magda Grigore attended the Annual Competition Conference in Florence, Italy, during October 14-15. Magda stated: “The conference provided an excellent opportunity of discovering inspiring ideas regarding the current trends in antitrust enforcement, as well as a realistic approach to the challenges faced by lawyers involved in mergers at the present moment. Moreover, it was interesting that theme of antitrust in the online world was treated in an innovative manner both from a conceptual and practical perspective. Also, it was enthralling to meet so many highly skilled competition lawyers keen to always learn more on the vast subject of competition.” Currently at its 20th edition, this year’s conference was presented by the IBA Antitrust Committee and was supported by the IBA European Regional Forum. Having as keynote speaker Ms. Magrethe Vestager, Commissioner in charge of Competition from the European Commission alongside many other field related personalities, the conference approached a large panel of professional and up to date subjects, essential for an internationally aligned activity in the practice area of competition. The bundle of interesting topics included public interest considerations and the enforcement of competition law, development and future of multinational antitrust enforcement, mergers in concentrated markets, antitrust in the online world and many others. Full agenda of the conference available here.

14 October 2016 - MPR Partners advises Astra Rail on a significant EU merger

Warmest congratulations to our client Astra Rail, the leading European railcar manufacturer, for the recently publicized merger with Greenbrier, the US based global company specialized in the production of railcars and barges. We wish the new team much success in all endeavours! Another great project to be working on! (More information in the press (Romanian) here, here and (English) here.)

09 October 2016 - Daniel Vinerean runs for HOSPICE Casa Speranței in Bucharest Marathon

We are proud of our senior associate, Daniel Vinerean, who ran for HOSPICE Casa Speranței during the Bucharest Marathon. HOSPICE Casa Speranței offers care to adults and children affected by terminal or life-limiting illnesses, addressing their physical, emotional, spiritual and social concerns. At MPR Partners, we actively support their cause and endeavours in as many ways we can, both individually and as a team, in our capacity as Honorary Patrons.

06 October 2016 - MPR Partners attends the inauguration of the latest factory of Eberspächer Oradea

The entire team of MPR Partners effervescently congratulates our client, the Eberspächer group, for the inauguration of their latest state of the art exhaust technology plant in Oradea. The group’s first project on the Romanian market is a statement of vision, commitment and dedication, furthermore having been developed at an impressive speed, at German highest standards and based on profound human values. We thank Eberspächer group for their confidence in entrusting us with an amazing project, wishing them great achievements and successes in all endeavours. More information (English) available here.

27 September 2016 - MPR Partners, partner of Global Manager event

MPR Partners was, amongst other reputed local and international companies, one of the partners of a business and networking event that gathered 400 managers and executives. According to the organisers, other notable partners included Ford România, Vodafone, Raiffeisen Bank, HP Inc, XTB, Enel, Castrol, Unicredit Leasing, Art Georgies, Regina Maria, Farmexpert, Galeria Alexandra’s, Webmagnat, CreditInfo, DAS, Focality, Cotnari, Lions and Uber. More information (Romanian) here.

26 September 2016 - MPR Partners talks employment on air

MPR Partners’ Senior Associate Daniel Vinerean talks about the companies’ employment internal regulation in a Radio France International show touching on legal and financial issues. The importance of the internal regulation as well as companies’ errors in the making thereof and the correct procedure are all briefly discussed in the Expert RFI episode of September 26, 2016. Recording and transcript (in Romanian) available here.

14 September 2016 - Radio France International Romania broadcasts Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu’s insights on investment arbitration

During Expert RFI, a radio show broadcasted by Radio France International in Romania, Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu presented the basics of investment arbitration, from the incipient stage of its initiation, to challenges and costs of such a procedure. Full recording and transcript (in Romanian) available here.

09 September 2016 - The Buzz in Romania, with Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu

In an interview given to CEE Legal Matters, Co-Managing Partner Alina Popescu reveals the overriding themes at the moment in Romania, namely the fall-out from the government’s successful and ongoing efforts to combat Romania’s reputation for corruption, issues in current public procurement procedures as well as law firms’ improvement in terms of quality of services provided, due to fierce market competition. The CEE Legal Matters website and magazine feature important news, analysis, interviews, profiles, and other insights from and about Europe’s emerging legal markets. Read the complete interview here.

26 August 2016 - Our dispute resolution team is looking for a new colleague – Position filled

We are looking for a talented associate to join our dispute resolution/litigation department with prior PQE of up to 5 years. Please send your CV and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com after consulting the extended job spec below. As we currently posted several openings, do not forget to specify the position you are applying for.

Dispute resolution associate

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • 1 to 5 years of experience in civil, commercial and administrative litigation;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

To apply, please send your resume and letter of intent briefly describing why you desire to join our team and what motivates you in your legal career, to office@mprpartners.com

23 August 2016 - We are looking for two new team members for our consultancy department – an associate and a senior associate – Positions filled

After reading the job specs below (Romanian), send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to work amongst internationally acknowledged outstanding professionals, in a pleasant environment. Please do not forget to mention the position you are applying for.

Senior/Managing Associate:

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory & compliance; further experience in capital markets, energy & natural resources, public acquisitions and data protection represents a competitive advantage;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 3 years since Bar admission, in law firms with teams of at least 10 lawyers;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

Associate

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • precious contact with assignments regarding corporate & commercial, regulatory, real estate & construction, M&A, competition, employment, IP;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 1 to 3 years since Bar admission;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

10 August 2016 - MPR Partners designated Mergers and Acquisitions Firm of the Year in Romania by Finance Monthly M&A Awards 2016

MPR Partners is the only representative of the Romanian jurisdiction in this year’s law firms panel. Every year Finance Monthly M&A Awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of dealmakers, management teams, financiers and professional advisers who, over the 12 months, have demonstrated their deal making excellence when working on some of the most important deal across the globe. The research process, consisting of an online vote and personal nominations, culminated in Finance Monthly’s research team collating the totals to compile a definitive list of industry leaders. Editor-in-chief, Mark Palmer commented: “The M&A process is a tried and tested formula for the growth and prosperity of a company, and yet, it is a very complex field to navigate. We are extremely proud that all of the individuals and organisations that are listed within Finance Monthly’s 2016 M&A Awards have excelled in helping companies overcome the complications that can arise during these transactions and have contributed to achieving excellent results.” Finance Monthly is a global publication providing news, analysis and features on all the latest headlines within the financial sector. Finance Monthly examines the key issues affecting the corporate, financial and legal community globally. It covers the major regions such as the US, Europe and Asia and all major financial sectors, offering a mix of news-led editorial features, interviewing some of the biggest players within the financial, corporate and legal fields. Finance Monthly is distributed every month to an international readership of over 195,880. Full listing of awards here.

01 August 2016 - Senior Associate Viorel Bran, co-author of acclaimed book on judicial stamp duty

Senior Associate Viorel Bran co-authored a book concerning judicial stamp fee legislation, an important starting point in the sinuous interpretation process of related legal provisions. The book is an interesting read and a very useful guide of contemporary legislation put in context, having a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach of matters. Released by the specialized C.H. Beck Publishing House, the book providing solutions, arguments and explanations is now available for purchase on www.beckshop.ro

07 July 2016 - Four new openings at MPR Partners – Positions filled

We are currently looking for new talented colleagues to join our team and fill the positions hereafter:

  • White Collar Crime Specialist: senior business lawyer with good working experience in criminal substantive and procedural law and specializing in white collar crime, with a minimum of 4 years’ experience since bar admission. Sound knowledge of English language is a must along with team player skills, whilst an LL.M degree definitely represents an advantage. Furthermore, we highly value personal qualities such as integrity as well as dedication and in-depth involvement in each entrusted case. Position filled
  • Consultancy Associate: skilled associate with at least 3 years’ post bar admission experience in legal advisory work and holding good working experience in in corporate & commercial law. Additional skills in competition law and any other business law practice area are welcome. Fluency in both written and spoken English language and specialized legal terminology is a must, whilst an LL.M degree and/or legal experience abroad are definitely advantages. Furthermore, we highly value personal qualities such as integrity, team player skills, as well as dedication and in-depth involvement in each entrusted case. Position filled
  • Litigation Associate: talented associate, with at least 3 years’ post bar admission working experience in civil, commercial and administrative litigation. Arbitration & ADR expertise is a plus. Fluency in both written and spoken English language and specialized legal terminology is a must, whilst an LL.M degree and/or legal experience abroad are definitely advantages. Furthermore, we highly value personal qualities such as integrity, team player skills, as well as dedication and in-depth involvement in each entrusted case. Position filled
  • Office Assistant: communicative and neatly organized Office Assistant, with excellent command of English, work management and prioritizing skills, problem solving ability and attention to detail, to handle our front desk and day-to-day administrative tasks. No previous experience required, though basic accounting knowledge can be an advantage. Position filled

Send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to work amongst internationally acknowledged outstanding professionals, in a pleasant environment. Please do not forget to mention the position you are applying for.

05 July 2016 - Further international success for MPR Partners’ insolvency & restructuring department

MPR Partners holds extensive experience in insolvency & restructuring, having become in time a reference on the market due to top clients represented, complex projects successfully closed and its reputed team.

Most recently, Managing Partner Gelu Maravela has been designated by the renowned international American directory Best Lawyers, as Lawyer of the Year 2016-2017 in Romania, for his insolvency and restructuring activity. Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected international directories, based on polls amongst peers of the legal profession.

MPR Partners’ insolvency & restructuring department has also been recently acknowledged by the reputed London based international directory The Legal 500, which placed the firm’s practice in the second tier, nationwide, in the Europe, Middle East & Africa 2016 guide. The Legal 500 is one of the landmarks in business law worldwide, releasing yearly rankings of law firms in all major jurisdictions.

The aforementioned awards and recognitions are part of a wider series of national and international acknowledgements of the firm, its team and departments, acquired throughout time.

Coordinated by Gelu Maravela, firm’s founding partner, alongside Mirela Metea, partner, the practice comprises 10 insolvency & restructuring specialized lawyers. Furthermore, the services provided by the affiliated insolvency house Trust Insolvency SPRL, led by Marius Hutanu and Dana Radulescu, ensure a multidisciplinary approach to each entrusted mandate. The co-managing partners of the insolvency & restructuring department were involved throughout their careers in major transactions, disputes or restructurings during insolvency proceedings, being known for their ability to turn restructuring and insolvency cases into successful mergers and acquisitions and for significant debt recoveries and other results driven strategies in files involving insolvent companies.

MPR Partners’ insolvency & restructuring department’s most recent work highlights include:

  • representing a German investment group as main creditor of a Romanian textile producer with an international presence in over 60 countries,
  • assisting an important Dutch construction company regarding its Romanian subsidiary’s insolvency and reorganization,
  • over 50 separate debt recovery files from insolvent customers and/or customers undergoing restructuring proceedings (from the beginning of the year only), for the financial services division of one of the biggest automobile producers worldwide, etc.

The total estimated value of the recently completed files as well as of those ongoing, started from the beginning of the current year exceeds Eur 300 million.

28 June 2016 - Best Lawyers: repeated international acknowledgement for MPR Partners lawyers

The founding partners of MPR Partners have been once again listed by Best Lawyers International amongst the most prominent Romanian lawyers. Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected international directories, being a peer based survey of the legal professionals.

Founding partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu were listed in this year’s edition of Best Lawyers International in no less than seven practice areas (Arbitration and Mediation, Corporate Law, Energy Law, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation Natural Resources Law, Project Finance and Development Practice).

Furthermore, Gelu Maravela was designated, along 12 other of the most reputed Romanian business lawyers, as Lawyer of the year 2016-2017 in Romania, this being the second consecutive year when he is earning the title. This year, Gelu has been awarded the distinction for the Insolvency and Restructuring practice area.

MPR Partners’ Insolvency and Restructuring practice has also been recently ranked by the reputed London based international directory Legal 500 in the second tier nationwide.

The aforementioned international recognition of MPR Partners joins a consistent list of awards and rankings the firm has received throughout time.

19 May 2016 - A great loss in this mournful day

There are no right words to express our utmost regret for losing an amazing person, a close friend, a real mentor and an excellent professional such as Co-Managing Partner Marius Pătrăşcanu. He founded this firm, with his immense passion and dedication, never being too busy to give a hand, never being too sad to smile and address a good word. He is one of the reasons we are where and what we are today. We were blessed and fortunate to have had a chance to have him amongst us, and he will forever be remembered. Our hearts go to Marius’s family and friends, and we would like to express our greatest thanks to all of our clients and business partners who knew Marius and who showed their full support and sympathy.

17 May 2016 - MPR Partners’ reputed litigation department in the jury of “Francisc Deak” National Moot Court Competition

On May 14th 2016 it was the third time that our firm supported the annual educational activities of ELSA (European Law Student Association), through active involvement of our litigation department’s members in various projects developed by ELSA Romania. Managing Associate Mirela Metea, experienced litigator with extended proven competences in Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A and Commercial areas of practice, awarded the first prize to a talented student, taking into consideration arguments presented, logical thinking as well as a coherent and persuasive presentation. Full article (Romanian) here.

11 May 2016 - Co-Managing Partner Marius Pătraşcanu shares his expert opinion regarding the faulty hospital disinfectants scandal

Co-Managing Partner Marius Pătraşcanu was invited by the national radio station Europa FM, to share his expert opinion, during the prime time news bulletin, with regard to the Hexi Pharma Co. SRL faulty hospital disinfectants scandal. His input was necessary in order to clarify the consequences of the request for commencement of insolvency made by the pharmaceutical company from the perspective of liability and accountability. Complete recording (Romanian) here

27 April 2016 - MPR Partners, actively involved in sustainable regional development

Wednesday, April 27, MPR Partners was a key and active part of the HotSpot Braşov event, as part of the Sustainable Romania project, organized under the aegis of DeBizz Magazine, the only German-Romanian business publication on the market.

Gathering business sector top members, public authorities’ representatives and being moderated by Daniel Apostol, a renowned Romanian economic media figure, the event aimed to elicit interest in the development of Braşov’s economy and local community, a city considered to be the heart of Romania and having a very important economic growth potential. To this end, the event consisted of interactive debates meant to provide pragmatic, feasible and practical solutions.

MPR Partners stood alongside key notable speakers such as Mr. Ciprian Băncilă (Prefect Brașov County), Mr. Serge Durand (General Manager Airbus Helicopters Romania), Mr. Horațiu Țepeș (CEO Bilka Romania), Mr. Alexandru Tănase, (Partner CITR Brașov), Mr. Cristian Macedonschi (President Smart City Romania) and Ms. Bartha Biborka (Sales Ambassador Kronospan Romania), who flagged out as main challenges the acute and stringent need for professional formation in order to create highly skilled labour force as well as the infrastructure’s poor level of development.

Alina Popescu, Co-Managing Partner of MPR Partners, held a presentation about essential aspects concerning State aid, an essential means of financing in view of investment development, taking into consideration that the area of Braşov benefits from a 50% State aid intensity during 2014-2020 (highest rate in Romania, according to the regional map approved at the EU level, seen that other areas benefit from rates ranging from 10% to 50%).

Equally present at the event, Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner MPR Partners stated: “The lectures were extremely interesting and I have perceived the elevated mobilization and drive of the business environment and public authorities in view of economic boost and enhancement. The event represented an important opportunity for informal dialogue as well as information, opinion and ideas exchange between public and private sectors, key factors for a sustainable development. We are indeed happy, pleased and proud to have been invited to be actively involved in such an initiative.”

For further information about the event and details about the speakers please visit the official webpage at http://www.debizz.ro/focus-brasov/.

25 April 2016 - MPR Partners acknowledged by the reputed Chambers and Partners

For the third year in a row, MPR Partners and its Managing Partner Gelu Maravela have been listed and awarded rankings in the reputed Chambers Europe, the 2016 Edition, the guide that is the culmination of thousands of interviews with lawyers and clients carried out by the largest research team of its kind. Covering 52 jurisdictions, Chambers Europe acknowledges our expertise in the Corporate/M&A and Projects areas of practice. The firm is recognised for public procurement experience, focusing on projects concerning healthcare and water infrastructure, as well as energy-related mandates, while Managing Partner Gelu Maravela is ranked as a noteworthy adviser for public procurement issues and other project concerns, including related litigation matters. Chambers and Partners rank lawyers and law firms on several factors and considerations, all of which are investigated by their large team of more than 140 researchers. The judging process consists of interviews with those active in the market – mainly firms’ clients (who can be law firms instructing other law firms) and other lawyers with whom they work and by assessing recent work done. More information about our rankings in this year’s edition: http://www.chambersandpartners.com/europe/firm/308581/maravela-asociatii

18 February 2016 - MPR Partners joins IBLC as exclusive Romanian member

Following a thorough selection process and validation from existing members, MPR Partners has officially become the Romanian jurisdiction exclusive member of the reputed legal network International Business Law Consortium (IBLC).

IBLC is an international alliance of select law firms with an impeccable reputation for service-oriented professionalism, having been repeatedly ranked in the first tier (Band 1) by the Leading Law Firm Network section of Chambers Global.

Promoting and disseminating knowledge in a cross-border and transnational manner, IBLC was established in 1996 by the Center for International Legal Studies (CILS), a reputed law research, training, and teaching institute, founded in 1976 in Salzburg, Austria.

Currently bringing together over 80 members represented by independent law, tax and consultancy firms ranked by Chambers and Legal 500, IBLC has a strong presence in Europe and USA, consolidating its position in Asia and Africa as well.

“IBLC is very happy to have filled our gap in Romania with such a well-regarded and dynamic firm as MPR Partners. Our members see great potential for their clients’ interests to be served in Romania now, not to mention the opportunity to help Maravela’s clients achieve their goals worldwide” Christian Campbell, Permanent Secretary IBLC.

“We are very happy to have been accepted in such a well-established, highly specialized, global reaching and dynamic legal alliance. We have already started a great working relationship with fellow IBLC members in terms of both getting and providing referrals, and feel that we have made a very good step ahead in joining the IBLC. We consider our presence in the IBLC as a further testimony of our efforts and achievements in terms of recognition and quality services, as well as an important leverage in dealing with international projects and transactions.” Alina Popescu, Co-Managing Partner, MPR Partners.

More information about IBLC can be accessed on the network’s official website at https://www.iblc.com/.

08 February 2016 - MPR Partners invited as speaker at INCIR’s Antifraud & Anticorruption Conference

Managing Partner Marius Pătrăşcanu will represent MPR Partners as speaker on Antifraud Techniques and Mechanisms in corporate, trade and contractual areas, at the Antifraud and Anticorruption Conference, to be held by the Romanian National Internal Control Institute (INCIR) in Bucharest, 28 March 2016.

Currently at its second edition, the conference will focus on Techniques for preventing, detecting & investigating fraud and corruption, bringing together key note speakers with extensive knowledge and practical expertise from INCIR, the FBI, the global law firm Baker & McKenzie LLP, KPMG Forensic, the Romanian Ministry of Development and Public Administration, public officers, judges and prosecutors as well as local law firms.

More information about the conference at http://incir.ro/eveniment/conferinta-nationala-antifrauda-si-anticoruptie-ed-ii/ and INCIR at http://incir.ro/.

25 January 2016 - Gelu Maravela interviewed by British publication The Lawyer on CEE region topics

Managing Partner Gelu Maravela was invited by the reputed British publication The Lawyer to answer a series of questions related to market trends and debate the business climate for the CEE region in 2016, emphasizing on the Romanian context, alongside other reputed top tier law firm representatives from the aforementioned area. The Lawyer’s CEE Report (English) available here.

21 January 2016 - MPR Partners’ specialists contributed to World Bank Group’s annual publication Doing Business 2016

Our lawyers have been invited to contribute to this year’s edition of the World Bank Group’s Flagship Report – Doing Business 2016. Already known as a very useful analysis tool, this 13th edition of the report is measuring regulatory quality and efficiency, while presenting business regulation and the protection of property rights for domestic firms in 189 economies. Through case studies and legal research the publication measures aspects of regulation affecting 11 areas of the life of a business, such as starting a business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity, registering property, getting credit, protecting minority investors, paying taxes, trading across borders, enforcing contracts and resolving insolvency. MPR Partners contributing team includes Managing Partners Gelu Maravela, Alina Popescu and Marius Pătrăşcanu and a team of highly qualified associates.

19 January 2016 - MPR Partners shortlisted for Law Firm of the Year: Romania Award by the judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2016

It is with great pride that we have received, for a second year in a row, the news of being shortlisted by the prestigious British publication The Lawyer for Law Firm of the Year: Romania Award, within the already famous The Lawyer European Awards. Over 100 European reputed law firms are competing in this year’s edition for a total of 27 trophies, being rigurously judged by a pannel of 25 top executives and renowned partners of top tier law firms. MPR Partners, in only a bit under three years since its establishment, is listed for the aforementioned award alongside other six top tier Romanian law firms, with many years of experience and impressive portfolios of both clients and achievements. The Awards’ Gala, where this years’ winners are revealed, takes place in London, at the beginning of March. In order to view the shortlist of the official website of The Lawyer European Awards 2016 please click here

13 January 2016 - MPR Partners looking for its next consultancy lawyer, senior associate / managing associate – Position filled

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, regulatory & compliance; further experience in M&A and real estate & construction
  • represents a competitive advantage;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 5 years since Bar admission, in law firms with teams of at least 10 lawyers;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

Please send your resume and letter of intent to office@mprpartners.com and you have the chance to work amongst internationally acknowledged outstanding professionals, in a pleasant environment. Please do not forget to mention the position you are applying for.

06 December 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a Litigation & Insolvency Associate – Position filled

Our diverse, friendly, repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy team is searching for a new colleague at entry level/senior level.
Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate – Litigation & Insolvency.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) including legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 2-5 years since Bar admission (ideally as part of a medium-large law firm) is a plus;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M or other law degrees awarded by a reputed foreign university represent a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

01 November 2017 - MPR Partners’ data protection practice acknowledged on the relevant markets

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) ensures the right of the data subjects to obtain clear and comprehensive information about the purpose and manner in which their personal data are processed. Applicable to all EU Member States, it will enter into force in Romania on May 25, 2018 and targets all types of entities (private, public, NGOs).

Given these circumstances, MPR Partners have been called upon to engage in several projects on compliance procedures in preparation for the GDPR. Simultaneously, there is work ongoing on audits and GDPR compliance policies for numerous large-scale clients.

Mihai Buciuman, Managing Associate and co-head of the firm’s data protection practice, recently spoke at the GDPR Professional Forum organized by the National Institute for Internal Control (INCIR) and at the TeCOMM eCommerce Conference & Expo, about the gray and interpretable areas of GDPR, providing ideas and advice on how to optimally implement the new regulation.

Also, the Romanian Online Stores Association (ARMO) requested the firm’s assistance in drafting a GDPR Explanatory Guide, as well as to provide advice to members on punctual issues and compliance programs and to collaborate in the preparation of proposals and opinions on draft normative acts in the field.

“The GDPR brings considerable changes in the protection of personal data, adding new obligations for the processors and substantially increased fines. A good understanding of the GDPR’s provisions and their correct application are thus essential. We have increasing numbers of clients, new or already in our portfolio, asking for our assistance in this field, naturally leading to an exponential increase in our data protection department’s activity.” Alina Popescu, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

“The GDPR constitutes a real challenge from the perspective of correct interpretation, understanding and implementation, which implies a reconsideration and adjustment of the client’s entire business process of with regard to the collection, processing and storage of data. In order to streamline the GDPR implementation process and minimize the risk of fines, we are happy to be actively involved in this context, not just directly, for our own clients. but also indirectly, by attending various events and putting together professional literature and guides.” Mihai Buciuman, Managing Associate of MPR Partners.

14 October 2017 - Supporting Team HOSPICE at Bucharest Marathon

Nearly 600 runners, trained good-doers, attended the Raiffeisen Bank Bucharest Marathon. Several of our wonderful team members here are continuing our tradition to support HOSPICE Casa Speranței, as it is the third sporting event where MPR Partners’ team members have either joined the runners’ ranks or volunteered in order to help in any way possible HOSPICE, that care for children and adults suffering from an incurable illness, with professionalism and dedication, offering specialized services for them and for their families. Further information about the event (in Romanian) can be found here.

12 October 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a Litigation & Insolvency Associate – Position filled

Our diverse, friendly, repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy team is searching for a new colleague at entry level/senior level.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate – Litigation & Insolvency.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) including legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 1-3 years since Bar admission (ideally as part of a medium-large law firm) is a plus;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M or other law degrees awarded by a reputed foreign university represent a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

12 October 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a Consultancy Associate – Position filled

Our consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a talented associate at either entry level or with 1-4 years of experience.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate Consultanță.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 1-4 years (out of which, ideally, at least 2 years within a medium/large law firm) is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology is an absolute must;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

12 October 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a Senior Associate – Position filled

Our highly professional, friendly and internationally recognized advisory team’s client portfolio is ever growing, so we are looking for a(nother) talented and experienced senior associate with a minimum of 3-5+ years of experience, since final Bar qualification (definitivat).

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior Associate Advisory. Please note that this is NOT a position for dispute resolution lawyers.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 3-5+ years since final Bar qualification (definitivat), out of which at least 3-4 years with a medium/large law firm;
  • knowledge of corporate, commercial and M&A matters is required; further experience in either of competition law, banking & finance, IP, IT, environment or energy & natural resources matters is a plus;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology; fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

12 October 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a Litigation Senior Associate – Position filled

Our repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy dispute resolution practice’s team is searching for a new colleague with 3-4 years experience since final Bar qualification (definitivat).

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Senior – Litigation.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 3-4 years since final Bar qualification, ideally as part of a medium/large law firm;
  • sound skills and experience in civil and administrative litigations; Arbitration & ADR expertise;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or other law degrees awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

09 October 2017 - MPR Partners, speaker at GDPR – Data protection & security Professional Forum

Managing Associate Mihai Buciuman gladly accepted the invite to attend, as speaker, the GDPR Forum organized by the National Internal Control Institute (INCIR). Mihai discussed about new versus the current privacy protection regulation and its grey areas, presenting practical consequences and potential solutions thereto. The Forum addressed the GDPR Regulation that will enter into force on 25 May 2018 and the fact that implementing GDPR constitutes a real challenge for companies, that will need to be prepared to ensure compliance with the rather complicated legislation in the field of personal data processing and protection. Further information about the event, including speakers and key topics, can be accessed on the official website of INCIR, here.

27 September 2017 - MPR Partners awarded for the biggest transaction in the industry

The law firms that enabled the biggest transactions of 2016 and beginning of 2017, agreements in various sectors such as retail, real estate, industry and energy were awarded by Ziarul Financiar during the eighth edition of the Lawyers’ Gala. MPR Partners received the award for the industry’s largest transaction, closed at the beginning of 2017, being nominated for assisting Astra Rail Industries in the merger with Greenbrier and for the acquisition of Jolidon, Romanian textile producer present in over 60 countries, currently undergoing insolvency proceedings. The award was attributed for the 60 milion Eur merger between the German group Astra Rail Management (currently Astra Holding) and the American group Greenbrier. Full article concerning the gala (in Romanian) is available here.

12 September 2017 - MPR Partners, Romanian member of GGI

Starting with September, MPR Partners is the Romanian independent member of GGI in Bucharest, one of the top ten international accounting, consulting and law firm alliances.

GGI (Geneva Group International AG) is a global Alliance of independent professional firms that reunites experts around the world who are able to give advice on local regulations, compliance and go-to market strategies. GGI’s broad international presence opens up a gateway to the global marketplace, providing access to high quality firms in nearly every major financial and commercial centre worldwide.

Founded in 1995 by Claudio G. Cocca, co-partner of an Accounting and Tax Consulting Firm in Switzerland, GGI was initially an international alliance for tax consultants and accountants. As members urged the management of the alliance to accept law firms and consulting firms as members in order to handle more complex joint transactions, in 1997 GGI became a truly multidisciplinary alliance.

GGI currently counts 566 carefully selected members worldwide, in 123 countries, acting globally without losing their independence.

“We are pleased to be part of a reputed international association that grants access for global companies to quality Romanian legal service. This facility applies whether you are looking for business opportunities beyond national boundaries, or need international support in addition to services in your home market. We have confidence in our new international affiliation with GGI and we are happy to be able to welcome new clients and bring added value to our existing portfolio, through quality referral options, at a global scale.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

“We are pleased to welcome MPR Partners as a new GGI member in Bucharest. The firm will strengthen the presence of our global alliance in the region and will provide an important reference for legal services to all the GGI members worldwide. We send our personal congratulations to all the partners and staff at MPR Partners and we look forward to a long cooperation.” Marco Izzo, COO of GGI.

More information about GGI can be accessed on the alliance’s official website at https://www.ggi.com/.

25 August 2017 - Litigation: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Romania

Our dispute resolution team provided another comprehensive compilation of litigation related provisions and practicalities within the Romanian jurisdiction. From laws and regulations to international conventions and bilateral treaties that govern the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Romania, competent courts and distinction between recognition and enforcement, as well as conditions for recognition and enforcement, opposition and related procedures and timeframes, the guide provides a complete picture and constitutes a very useful material for any interested party. Lexology’s Navigators contain high quality information on various legal topics in multiple jurisdictions, delivering the most comprehensive legal updates, analysis and insights. Lexology’s Romanian chapter of the Litigation Navigator can be accessed here and users can compare the answers to the Litigation: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Q&A for multiple jurisdictions here.

23 August 2017 - MPR Partners advises Chimcomplex on the acquisition of assets from Oltchim

MPR Partners represented Chimcomplex Borzești S.A. in the tender for the assets of Oltchim, one of the leading players in the Romanian and Central Eastern European chemical industry.

The complex legal assistance comprises all transaction related aspects, including due diligence, preparing the tender, assistance in relation with the financers, negotiation of the transaction documents, liaising with the environment and competition authorities.

MPR Partners’ team assigned to the project consists of over 10 lawyers. Gelu Maravela and Dana Rădulescu provide assistance regarding the due diligence process, tender preparation, transaction documents’ drafting and financing, whilst Alina Popescu and Magda Grigore assist with regard to competition aspects, including complex State aid analysis and merger control related aspects. Insolvency matters are coordinated by Dana Rădulescu and Mirela Metea, Dana Rădulescu and Daniel Alexie ensured the environment related assistance, whilst Daniel Vinerean coordinated the real estate matters advice.

Chimcomplex was equally assisted by the Brussels office of the German law firm Gleiss Lutz in defining the strategy as well as in the relationship and liaison with the European Commission regarding State aid. The lawyers from Gleiss Lutz were coordinated by Dr. Ulrich Soltész, prominent European figure in the field of competition, together with his colleague Dr. Thomas Pflock.

The bid for the acquisition of Oltchim’s assets has been submitted and the finalization of the selection process is currently expected.

18 August 2017 - MPR Partners assisted the American group Standex

MPR Partners assisted the Amercan Group Standex International Corporation regarding its first investment on the Romanian market, namely the acquisition of the Romanian branch of Piazza Rossa Group. The transaction was completed at the beginning of the current month, being reported on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), where the group is listed (SXI).

Founded in 1995 and currently employing over 5,400 people in the U.S. and numerous other countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Japan, Europe, Mexico, India, Turkey, South Africa, South Korea, Russia, Malaysia and Singapore, Standex group holds 12 operating units, organized into five reporting segments: Food Service Equipment Group, Engraving Group, Engineering Technologies Group, Electronics Group and Hydraulics Group. The Engraving Group took over the Romanian subsidiary of Piazza Rossa Group.

Piazza Rosa Group, founded in 1983 near Venice, Italy, has market leading capabilities in polishing, laser welding, laser hardening, laser cladding and repair / maintenance services. Piazza Rossa Group operated three facilities: one in Italy, one in Romania and another one in Mexico.

MPR Partners’ team was coordinated by Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner, Felix Tapai, Tax Partner and the specialist Stelios Savva, Of counsel. Complex assistance consisted of all tax related aspects of the transaction, including tax related due diligence and U.S. GAAP reporting of all Romanian jurisdiction tax records. Other firms advising the buyer were Sinescu & Nazat, Mondini & Resconi (Italy) and Lazzari Law Firm (Italy).

Further information about Standex is available on the group’s official website at http://www.standex.com/

19 July 2017 - New partner at MPR Partners

As of July, MPR Partners’ team grew stronger with the addition of Ms Alexandra Rîmbu to its partner ranks.

With over 9 years of experience in business law, Alexandra assisted numerous high profile clients in important international business law firms such as J&A Garrigues SLP (over 2000 attorneys, with offices in 13 countries, on 4 continents) and in reputed local firms such as Mușat & Asociații. She was previously equity partner with the local firm Almaj & Albu.

Alexandra’s expertise covers corporate/M&A, contracts, employment, PPP, construction & infrastructure as well as competition and IP matters, in various sectors. Furthermore, Alexandra was involved in many complex litigations and international arbitrations. Her client portfolio consists of large corporations and private investors.

“We have known Alexandra for over 6 years, since we were a team within Mușat & Asociații and she actually was amongst the first lawyers to have followed us at MPR Partners. Throughout the years, Alexandra acquired essential professional abilities, for both dealing with complex legal matters as well as client management and development. These qualities make Alexandra an excellent choice for partner within a firm with high standards, such as MPR Partners. We are therefore happy on several levels: firstly, due to the human plus value and secondly because we have added an excellent professional to our team, thus strengthening our firm’s management ranks.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

“Alexandra represents an important added value to our team: she holds uncontested expertise, international exposure, fluency in several foreign languages and most importantly, we are already aware of her skills. We are happy to have her join us again and eager to achieve great things together.” Alina Popescu, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

“The firm’s yearly growth, its complex projects and awards received are certainly reasons to rejoice and for me to be sure that I have made the right move. I am happy to be part of the team again and I am confident that I will consistently contribute to its growth.” Alexandra Rîmbu, Partner of MPR Partners.

13 July 2017 - MPR Partners lead counsel for World Bank’s regional project

Already a tradition for firm’s specialists, MPR Partners equally contributes to this year’s World Bank publications. As lead counsel for Romania, MPR Partners coordinated 40 Romanian legal professionals based in 9 different cities and over 90 filled in questionnaires covering the three areas of practice concerned. In addition, we have revised and edited the template questionnaires used for the research.

Structured in 11 categories, World Bank’s collections of publications comprise, among others, annual reports, independent assessments, journals, technical guides, economic and sector focused guides (tourism, education, justice, climate change) and specialized articles.

Doing Business guides, concentrated on certain jurisdictions or areas, provide an in-depth analysis of economy and legal related matters, measuring regulatory aspects that impact the business environment.

This year, MPR Partners’ specialists contributed to two of World Bank’s Doing Business guides, namely: (i) Doing Business: Equal opportunities for all 2017, covering 190 economies, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe and (ii) Doing Business in the European Union 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania, covering 22 cities in the aforementioned countries and regulations pertaining to the 5 stages of small to medium sized businesses, underlining the region’s potential.

MPR Partners’ partners are invited today, July 13, 2017, in Sofia, Bulgaria, where the Doing Business in the European Union 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania Guide is officially launched. The event welcomes as speaker Mr. Arup Banerji, Regional Director, European Union, World Bank Group. The 22 reviewed cities will be ranked regionally and globally, and potential reforms and pending challenges will be discussed by a panel of experts (state and municipal officials and private sector representatives).

All of the event’s materials are available starting with the day of the launch on the official webpage, here.

“It is fourth year in a row that we are contributors of World Bank. We appreciate the usefulness, quality, detail and accuracy of these publications and we are glad to be a part of their making.” Alina Popescu, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

28 June 2017 - Main aspects in view of a successful reorganization

Partners Mirela Metea and Dana Rădulescu published an article about insolvency, presenting its advantages when legal provisions and reorganization plans are applied correctly and in a timely manner. A set of aspects to be taken into consideration is equally revealed, helpful when dealing with insolvency, from both debtor and creditor perspectives. Entitled Successful reorganizations: between companies’ identity and reinvention, the article was published in the Economy’s biggest players e-paper, edited by Ziarul Financiar and it can be read (Romanian) here, or directly in the e-paper here.

14 June 2017 - MPR Partners, the Romanian partner of Change Board Member

MPR Partners is, starting with this year, the exclusive Romanian contributor of the international platform Change Board Member (CBM), having provided the chapter containing an overview and requirements for changing board members in Romania.

The main focus of CBM is to promptly solve the current coordination issues between law firms when changing board members. Taking into consideration that coordinating board member changes in several jurisdictions with different rules, timing and documentation requirements (e.g. following a takeover of a company group) is often troublesome, bureaucratic and time-consuming, CBM provides an overview of the requirements for changing board members, including timelines and checklists, in currently 47 global jurisdictions. To ensure the material is of top quality and always up to date, the content is delivered by top tier local law firms (for instance Allen & Overy in Germany, CHSH – Cerha Hempel Spiegelfeld Hlawati Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten – in Austria, Cobalt in Lithuania and Latvia, Estudio Echecopar – member firm of Baker & McKenzie International – in Peru and Plesner in Denmark).

The service is free to use and the Romanian chapter, provided by MPR Partners, can be accessed here.

”We welcomed and gladly accepted the invitation of Change Board Member to provide, as exclusive contributor, the Romanian chapter. Myself and my equally contreibuting colleagues – Mihai Buciuman, Managing Associate and Magda Grigore, Associate, consider CBM a useful and easy to use tool, handy and very well structured.” Alina Popescu, Managing Partner

The official webpage of CBM can be accessed at http://www.changeboardmember.com

07 June 2017 - Commercial arbitration in Romania: all questions answered

Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Senior Associate Alexandra Ichim published the Romanian know-how chapter of Commercial Arbitration of Global Arbitration Review (GAR). GAR know-how provides reliable cross-jurisdictional insight to help cement the building blocks of international practice. Select experienced practitioners answer commonly asked questions for key jurisdictions so allowing readers to be better-placed to solve the challenges of their working days. Full chapter is available here.

05 June 2017 - M&A transactions and competition antitrust provisions

Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Associate Magda Grigore published a useful list of aspects to consider when involved in M&A transactions, in order to avoid harsh consequences of competition antitrust provisions’ infringement. The competition antitrust provisions are often overlooked due to a lesser knowledge of the competition field and to wrongful practice turned common within the business environment. The article, entitled Elephant in the room: M&A transactions and competition antitrust provisions, was published in the Top Transactions e-paper edited by Ziarul Financiar. The article (Romanian) can be read here, and directly in the e-paper here.

25 May 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a consultancy team member – Position filled

Our professional, friendly and internationally recognized consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a(nother) talented and experienced associate/senior associate with 1-5 years of experience, post final Bar qualification. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: SA/A Consultancy.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 1-5 years (ideally within a medium/large law firm);
  • knowledge of corporate, commercial and M&A matters is required; further experience in regulatory & compliance including competition matters is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

24 May 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a litigation & insolvency associate – Position filled

Our diverse, friendly, repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy team is searching for a new colleague. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate – Litigation & Insolvency.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) including legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 1-3 years since Bar admission, ideally as part of a team within a business law firm;
  • knowledge of and prior experience in commercial litigations, restructuring and bankruptcy;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • law degrees awarded by a reputed foreign university represent a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

02 May 2017 - Abuse prevention when returning to work from parental leave

Contacted by AvocatNet, a reputed online portal and forum containing legal updates and professional opinion on various matters, Managing Associate Daniel Vinerean provided information regarding the delicate subject of potential abuse an employee returning from parental leave could face from their employer. Full article (Romanian) is available on the official website of AvocatNet, here.

27 April 2017 - MPR Partners supports HOSPICE’s 2% Campaign

A serious diagnosis rises walls between people. MPR Partners supports and encourages HOSPICE’s Campaign “Do not let those fighting for their lives become invisible”

Starting with 2016, MPR Partners is honorary patron of the development project of the socio-medical Center of HOSPICE Casa Speranței from Adunatii Copăceni. As such, MPR Partners supports and encourages all the charity endeavours of HOSPICE Casa Speranței, being actively involved in the Foundation’s 2% Campaign, ongoing until May 25, 2017.

About HOSPICE Casa Speranței

HOSPICE Casa Speranței, currently celebrating 25 years of activity, is one of the renowned non-profit organizations in Romania, with national coverage. The organization has developed, over time, two integrated services centres in Brașov and Bucharest, as well as mobile care units in Făgăraș and Zărnești, for the care of those who were diagnosed with incurable diseases. Throughout all this time, the organization has brought hope and relief to over 22.000 children and adults diagnosed with incurable diseases.

The 25th anniversary of the HOSPICE Casa Speranței in Romania received the visit of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, at the Bucharest centre of the Foundation, when he expressed his deepest appreciation for the work done and the support offered by HOSPICE to children and adults diagnosed with incurable diseases.

About the Campaign

Once again in 2017, HOSPICE Casa Speranței launched the 2% Campaign, calling for the sensibility of the public through the slogan: “Do not let those fighting for their lives become invisible”. The organization encourages taxpayers who have earned in 2016 taxable income in Romania to support free palliative care by redirecting 2% of their income tax to HOSPICE Casa Speranței. The procedure does not involve any costs, the amount redirected being already retained by the fiscal authorities from the 2016 tax return. While employees have the dedicated Form 230, those with income from self-employment (authorized individuals, rents, etc.) can redirect when filling in their income statement (Form 200). Forms containing all necessary information and the Foundation’s details are available at doilasuta.hospice.ro, and may be submitted and/or sent, according to the current legal provisions, until May 25, 2017, to the National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF).

“This year’s campaign is not just for fundraising purposes, it is a warning sign related to Romania’s incurably ill people and their need for support in the difficult battle they are fighting. As this is a road nobody should walk alone, our organization addresses the entire community, asking everyone not to ignore a reality that regards us all.”, explained Mirela Nemțanu, CEO of HOSPICE Casa Speranței.

About MPR Partners’ involvement

As honorary patron, MPR Partners supports the “Do not let those fighting for their lives become invisible” Campaign through various actions as: encouraging employees, clients and collaborators to redirect 2% of income tax to HOSPICE Casa Speranței, fundraising (recently it was placed a ”charity box” at the firm’s headquarters), pro bono assistance, etc.

Moreover, this year for a second time in a row MPR Partners’ team, will join the Bucharest Half Marathon taking place May 13-14, where they will be part of Team HOSPICE and run or give a helping hand with the event, in HOSPICE’s on site tent.

MPR Partners kindly invites friends, colleagues and collaborators who believe that any person diagnosed with an incurable disease must be supported in their struggle to join the “Do not let those fighting for their lives become invisible” Campaign and get actively involved in the present and future campaigns of HOSPICE Casa Speranței.

”HOSPICE Casa Speranței’s 2% Campaign is one that we believe in and we hope that many collaborators, employees and friends will join us and will support this cause by redirecting 2% of income tax. I truly believe that in front of disease, evermore incurable, we are all sensitive and, by getting involved, we provide hope and highlight the unity of people I encourage any kind of involvement and I am proud, as honorary patron, of all past, current and future achievements of HOSPICE Casa Speranței” said Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

”It is so easy to get involved and do good. The 2% campaign does not involve any costs, as the donated amount has already been declared to and retained by the fiscal authorities. We are happy take part to HOSPICE’s endeavours and projects proud that His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales supports the same cause.” declared Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

More information about the Foundation’s projects and campaigns can be found on the official website of HOSPICE Casa Speranței at https://www.hospice.ro/ and further detail about the “Do not let those fighting for their lives become invisible” Campaign is available at doilasuta.hospice.ro.

21 April 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a consultancy associate – Position filled

Our consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a talented associate with 3-4 years of experience. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate Consultanță.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 3-4 years (out of which, ideally, at least 2 years within a medium/large law firm);
  • working knowledge of at least two of the following areas: corporate, commercial, M&A, employment and real estate matters; experience in IT & data privacy matters is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

20 April 2017 - Quantum Music signs for Irina Rimes with Universal Music

Quantum Music Records Romania concluded a strategic partnership with Universal Music France for the development of the musical project of the artist Irina Rimes (equally known as Irina Remesh or Irra), on all French territories, respectively France, Monaco, The French Overseas Territories and Departments, Andorra, Benelux, Switzerland and Canada.

The team of MPR Partners, led by Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Associate Daniel Alexie, assisted Quantum Music Records Romania in reviewing and negotiating the terms of the agreement concluded with Universal Music France.

It is one of the few such transactions on the Romanian music market, requiring a multidisciplinary approach comprising aspects of international law, IP & IT, contracts law, data protection, etc.

Alina Popescu possesses strong know-how in drafting, revising and negotiating complex international contracts, including various IP related arrangements. Alina equally holds sound knowledge and experience related to competition aspects, which are frequently an essential component of contract matters.

Daniel Alexie specializes in IP, data protection, IT and competition, being involved in complex and innovative assignments for sound corporate clients.

“We are thrilled every time we manage to successfully close an important deal, especially when dealing with challenges such as the negotiation of a complex contract governed by the French law. To the same extent, we rejoiced this opportunity to work in French, in a business environment where the English language often has the leading role.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

13 April 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for a litigation senior associate – Position filled

Our repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy dispute resolution practice’s team is searching for a new colleague.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Senior – Litigation.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 3-4 years since final Bar qualification, ideally as part of a team of at least 5 lawyers;
  • sound skills and experience in civil and administrative litigations; Arbitration & ADR expertise is a plus;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university is a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

10 April 2017 - Alina Popescu interviewed by BizLawyer

In a video-interview conducted by George Stoica, Project Manager of BizLawyer.ro, Managing Partner Alina Popescu answers various questions related to the firm’s recent achievements and details MPR Partners’ plans in terms of growth and brand expansion. Last year’s coordinated projects and important mandates are equally discussed, as well as team’s involvement and professionalism. Full video and transcript of the interview (in Romanian) are available in full on BizLawyer’s website, here.

31 March 2017 - Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu meet His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales

Patron or President of more than 400 charities, His Royal Highness Prince of Wales showed support towards HOSPICE Casa Speranței and visited the Bucharest centre, during the anniversary event of the organization, now celebrating 25 years of activity in Romania. Managing Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu, representing MPR Partners as proud supporter of HOSPICE Casa Speranței`s activity, had the honor to meet His Royal Highness, alongside numerous other important guests, such as Graham Perolls – founder of Hospice Casa Speranței, Paul Brummell – the Ambassador of Great Britain in Romania, Princess Marina Sturdza and many others. Photo gallery of the event here.

24 March 2017 - MPR Partners, a true Romanian success story

In a press release received from The Lawyer European Awards` organizers following the firm winning the Law firm of the year: Romania award, MPR Partners was praised for its client portfolio, HR and CSR initiatives and policies, international recognition and spectacular quality of services. The reputed jury considers MPR Partners to be both a ”true Romanian success story” and a ”very promising law firm”. Full press release available here.

20 March 2017 - MPR Partners strategic partner of the National Antifraud and Anticorruption Conference

MPR Partners is a strategic partner at the third edition of the National Antifraud and Anticorruption Conference, organized by the Romanian National Internal Control Institute, on March 20th, 2017, at Sheraton Hotel in Bucharest.

With the topic Effective Management of the Antifraud and Anticorruption Systems, the professional event aims at increasing the knowledge and contributing to the proper implementation of the adequate measures in order to efficiently and effectively prevent corruption and fraud in both public and private sectors.

Alongside MPR Partners’ law practitioners, the conference speakers are both international and local experts, professionals with extensive expertise in multidisciplinary areas, having top specializations and certifications, having a clear vision of the best ways to implement and monitor the an adequate and effective antifraud and anticorruption management system.

|Currently at its third edition, the National Antifraud and Anticorruption Conference, a landmark event of the Institute, aims to organize a debate within a framework of constructive and interactive dialogue, consisting of ideas, interests and topics concerning best practices on antifraud and anticorruption management. The professional event is addressed to all those working in the field or who are interested in these topics, understanding that fraud is a universal phenomenon that can occur at any time, entailing profound consequences, in various forms.” Cosmin Serbanescu, President, Romanian National Internal Control Institute.

“We are attending for the second year in a row the National Antifraud and Anticorruption Conference, being convinced from the previous edition about the quality of the event regarding speakers, topics approached and attendees. I am convinced that a good knowledge of corruption prevention and control mechanisms is essential in managing a clean and healthy business, regardless the field of activity. This is why I am happy that MPR Partners is a strategic partner of the Romanian National Internal Control Institute`s Conference.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner, MPR Partners.ii

Further details about the conference, partners, organizers, speakers and topics are available on the official page or the event, here.

17 March 2017 - MPR Partners designated Law Firm of The Year Romania during The Lawyer European Awards 2017

Last night, during a sparkling ceremony in London, MPR Partners was designated Law Firm of the Year in Romania at The Lawyer European Awards 2017.

Out of more than 120 competing firms for 24 categories and shortlisted for the third time in a row, MPR Partners shared the podium with internationally reputed European law firms such as Herbert Smith, Gleiss Lutz, A&L Goodbody, Wolf Theiss, just to name a few.

This year the Awards recognize strategic vision, particularly focusing on cross-border initiatives, robust partnership culture, strong financial performance and growth, consistent excellence in delivery of legal services as well as outstanding talent management.

The judging panel that designated MPR Partners Law Firm of the Year in Romania was formed by partners of top international business law firms (Chadbourne & Parke, Charles Russell Speechlys, Macfarlanes, Mishcon de Reya, Shoosmiths, Slaughter and May, Travers Smith, Trowers & Hamlins, Walker Morris, Winston & Strawn) and in-house top management representatives of multinational companies (Aviva UK Life, IOC Television and Marketing Services, Moët Hennessy, Osborne Clarke International, Paypal, Sequa Petroleum N.V., Smiths Group PLC, Société Générale, Wolseley plc).

In their 8th edition, The Lawyer European Awards were the first initiative of their kind to reward and celebrate excellence across the European legal market.

”Behind this success lie tens of thousands of working hours and sacrifices from our entire team of professionals, translated into hundreds of satisfied clients and closed assignments and transactions. And although it is said third time lucky, luck had little to do with this achievement. We hereby thank everyone! We promise that MPR Partners’ story, only recently having begun being written, will continue in the same beautiful manner in the volumes to come.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner MPR Partners.

”We are happy and proud of our achievement, for which several credits are due. Without any particular order, we thank our wonderful team, our clients for their trust and our friends for their support! We would also like to thank our peers from other Romanian law firms that keep the market at a very competitive level, which drives us to permanently reinvent ourselves and strive to stand in the top ranks. A special thank you to Musat & Asociatii and its founder, Gheorghe Musat, who consistently contributed to the professional path of MPR Partners’ founding partners as it was the case with many other important law firms.” Alina Popescu, Managing Partner MPR Partners.

Further information about the event and winners can be found on The Lawyer official website here or on The Lawyer European Awards website here.

15 March 2017 - MPR Partners is looking for next senior associate – Position filled

We are expanding our consultancy team and we are looking for a talented and experienced lawyer, with minimum 2-3 years post final Bar qualification.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant and modern office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of minimum 2-3 years since final Bar qualification out of which at least 2 years within a law firm with a team of at least 10 lawyers;
  • sound knowledge of corporate, commercial, M&A, banking & finance and competition is required; further experience in regulatory & compliance including competition matters is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university is a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Senior/Managing Consultanță.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

03 March 2017 - MPR Partners reinforces its partner ranks

Starting this February, Dana Radulescu, formerly Insolvency Partner, is a Partner within the advisory practice group of MPR Partners.

Valedictorian of Bucharest University`s Law School, Dana equally holds a bachelor’s degree in law (Maîtrise en Droit Européen) from Université Paris I Pantheon-Sorbonne in France and is a former Partner of reputed Romanian law firms (Vernon David, Borza & Asociații and Rubin Meyer Doru & Trandafir). Throughout her career, Dana was lead counsel in significant privatizations/M&A deals, financing projects as well as restructurings and reorganizations of large companies and corporations.

Currently member of the Bucharest Bar Association, the Romanian Mediation Council and the Romanian Insolvency and Bankruptcy Practitioners Association, Dana started working with MPR Partners back in 2014, as Insolvency Partner, position successfully held until end of January 2017.

”I joined MPR Partners’ team in 2014, within the insolvency & restructuring department. My biggest passion however, always was and remains for legal advisory. It is therefore both a real pleasure and honor for me to join this practice group and to contribute alongside the other partners, to building a new approach in Romanian business law. I fully embrace the firm`s values and vision, that are focused on professionalism, authenticity, creativity”. Dana Radulescu, Partner MPR Partners.

”During our collaboration on insolvency matters we noticed all the special skills Dana possesses and we are extremely glad that we can involve her more and more in the managerial structure of our advisory department. We are equipped to perfectly combine the legal, tax and insolvency services and Dana has the ideal professional and human features for our firm. She is a multifaceted professional.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner MPR Partners.

”I have been friends with Dana for 13 years and we have always wanted to work together on a new business model in legal practice. We have taken a first step towards achieving our goals in 2014, as regards the firm`s insolvency practice. We now hope to further develop this work with her extended management attributions within the advisory department. I am happy that my fellow partners have realized the added value Dana brings to our firm in this new position.” Alina Popescu, Co-Managing Partner MPR Partners.

17 February 2017 - MPR Partners strengthens its tax advisory practice

As of January, Felix Tapai was promoted as Tax Partner in charge with MPR Partners’ affiliated tax advisory practice.

Providing tax advisory services to firm’s clients since June 2014, Felix proved remarkable personal and professional qualities that shortly turned him into a most valuable member of MPR Partners’ team.

Felix has over 15 years of experience in the field and is certified by the Chamber of Tax Advisers. Throughout his career, Felix has worked within large international financial services companies listed at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), within the Romanian National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) and with other reputed local companies.

Through thorough reporting and compliance resulting in impeccably clean audits from the National Bank of Romania (NBR), Felix fiscally optimized transactions of the advised companies, resulting in million Euros saves for his customers.

”We want to provide integrated legal and tax advisory services within the projects we handle, irrespective of our clients` activity sector, whilst preserving the same high standards that we are internationally and locally known for on the business law market. From the firm`s establishment, the activity of our tax advisory practice has constantly increased, thus we are consolidating and growing our team, including as regards tax related crimes such as tax evasion. For high quality tax advisory services, an excellent collaboration between specialized lawyers and tax advisors holding sound economic background is essential. We are thus lucky to have a professional and manager such as Felix by our side.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

”Felix is a professional with an extraordinary ability to evaluate risks, possesses excellent tax advisory knowledge and has a clear overview of the most complex situations. These assets together with Felix`s impeccable management and personal skills make of him a Tax Partner we are proud of.” Alina Popescu, Co-Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

MPR Partners’ affiliated tax advisors provide innovative and practical tax advisory and compliance services on a standalone basis and as an integrated part of the services rendered by the law firm. The team of affiliated tax advisors and tax lawyers have the required expertise to provide full support on complex assignments undertaken by firm`s clients, thus being able to provide customized and timely tax advisory services. Furthermore, the experience of MPR Partners’ affiliated tax advisors contributes to the development of international tax structures that may bring a competitive advantage to clients involved in transactions at an international level.

MPR Partners’ tax practice provides tax advisory services (general tax advice on corporate income tax, transfer pricing, VAT, withholding taxes, personal income tax and salary taxes, customs duties, excise duties and local taxes corporate income tax, international tax structuring services for Romanian investors, tax due diligence and tax reviews with a view to identifying tax exposures/risks and solutions to address them, assistance in obtaining advance binding rulings and Advance Pricing Agreements from the Romanian tax authorities, etc.) and tax compliance services (assistance with registration for tax purposes in Romania, tax agent/representation services for VAT and capital gains tax due by non-residents, assistance with the preparation of the transfer pricing documentation file, preparation/review of the corporate income tax/VAT/WHT returns, assistance during tax audits undertaken by the Romanian tax authorities, refund services for excess tax liabilities paid to the Romanian tax authorities, etc.).

Firm`s lawyers involved in tax mandates are multidisciplinary and specialized in areas such as banking & finance, restructuring, dispute resolution, white collar crime (tax evasion, embezzlement, abuse of office, etc.) thus being able to have a comprehensive and complex approach for every mandate.

14 February 2017 - MPR Partners looking for its next consultancy senior associate / managing associate – Position filled

We are expanding our consultancy team and we are looking for a talented and experienced lawyer, 5+ years PQE.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with a highly professional team;
  • work environment based on integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and mandates;
  • real career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills through direct access to firm`s development and administrative aspects;
  • competitive financial package;
  • elegant office premises.

What we are seeking:

  • sound knowledge and practical experience in corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory & compliance; further experience in capital markets, energy & natural resources, public acquisitions and data protection represents a competitive advantage;
  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as sound knowledge of legal English;
  • experience of minimum 5 years since Bar admission, in law firms with teams of at least 10 lawyers;
  • rigorousness and impeccable legal reasoning;
  • genuine openness to continuous professional formation, adaptability to firm`s policies, coordination of the team of associates in subordination;
  • desire and skills to form interns;
  • LL.M awarded by a foreign university represents an advantage.

To apply, please send your resume and letter of intent briefly describing why you desire to join our team and what motivates you in your legal career, to office@mprpartners.com

08 February 2017 - MPR Partners’ experts insights in World Bank Group`s Doing Business 2017 Equal Opportunity for All Flagship report

Doing Business 2017: Equal Opportunity for All, a World Bank Group flagship publication, is the 14th in a series of annual reports measuring the regulations that enhance business activity and those that constrain it. Already a tradition within our firm, our experts were invited and gladly accepted to contribute to the Romanian chapter of the publication, providing valuable information and insights. Doing Business presents quantitative indicators on business regulations and the protection of property rights that can be compared across 190 economies—from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe—and over time. Doing Business measures regulations affecting 11 areas of the life of a business. Ten of these areas are included in this year’s ranking on the ease of doing business: starting a business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity, registering property, getting credit, protecting minority investors, paying taxes, trading across borders, enforcing contracts and resolving insolvency. More information about the publication on the official website here.

18 January 2017 - Gelu Maravela talks energy to the British publication The Lawyer

Managing Partner Gelu Maravela discusses the changes in the Romanian energy sector and highlights how the firm is adapting to them, in an article published by The Lawyer. As part of a panel formed by reputed local legal players, the entire spectrum of energy-related issues is in debate, including recent legislation changes and entrusted mandates. The Lawyer is a top rated British weekly magazine and the leading website for the entire legal profession, holding the latest legal industry news, briefings and insight for commercial lawyers and in-house counsel. The complete article is available here or on The Lawyer`s website here

16 January 2017 - The Lawyer European Awards 2017: MPR Partners shortlisted for the Law firm of the year: Romania

For the third year in a row, MPR Partners has been shortlisted by a reputed jury appointed by The Lawyer European Awards 2017 for the Law firm of the year: Romania award.

Now in their eighth year, The Lawyer European Awards were the first initiative of their kind to reward and celebrate excellence across the European legal market. This year the Awards recognize strategic vision, particularly focusing on cross-border initiatives, robust partnership culture, strong financial performance and growth, consistent excellence in delivery of legal services as well as outstanding talent management.

Structured in 24 categories (by country, region, types of deals, but also recognizing the managing partner of the year and holding a distinct global in-house category), the awards showcase the achievements of firms to the rest of the industry.

The judging panel is formed by partners of top international business law firms (Chadbourne & Parke, Charles Russell Speechlys, Macfarlanes, Mishcon de Reya, Shoosmiths, Slaughter and May, Travers Smith, Trowers & Hamlins, Walker Morris, Winston & Strawn) and in-house top management representatives of multinational companies (Aviva UK Life, IOC Television and Marketing Services, Moët Hennessy, Osborne Clarke International, Paypal, Sequa Petroleum N.V., Smiths Group PLC, Société Générale, Wolseley plc).

MPR Partners stands alongside numerous premier European firms, equally recognized for their work. Winners will be announced in March, in London, during the awards gala.

”Our third nomination for this award is a proof of our constant ranking at the top of business law, translated into our presence on the shortlist alongside important names of Romanian and European legal market. We are happy to see the results of our hard work recognized and appreciated at such high levels, by top representatives of the international business environment.” Gelu Maravela, Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

”We know from the organizers that a record number of firms were taken into consideration for this year`s edition of The Lawyer European Awards. It is therefore a significant achievement, as the bar is set higher every year. We are committed to continuing our ascending path and congratulate our entire team as well as all fellow firms that have been nominated.” Alina Popescu, Co-Managing Partner of MPR Partners.

Further detail about The Lawyer European Awards as well as this edition’s jury and nominees can be found on the official website at http://www.thelawyereuropeanevent.com/shortlist

19 December 2018 - MPR Partners about Merger Control in Romania

MPR Partners is the Romanian contributor of Global Legal Guide’s Merger Control International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) for the 2019 edition. Detailing relevant authorities and legislation, transactions caught by merger control legislation, notifications as well as other key aspects, the chapter is a valuable compilation of merger control essentials. The ICLG to: Merger Control is very useful and offers a bird’s eye view on the topic in 55 jurisdictions. The complete Romanian chapter provided by MPR Partners is available here, whilst the comparative tool between jurisdictions is available here.

06 December 2018 - MPR Partners authors another Litigation Lexology Navigator chapter for the Romanian jurisdiction

Our team of experts recently completed updating the comprehensive chapter of Lexology’s Litigation Navigator for the Romanian jurisdiction. Authors for a second year in a row, the detailed chapter brings valuable information together, essential for grasping the litigation landscape in Romania, including the general framework, the conditions for recognition and enforcement, opposition, just to name a few. The entire chapter is available here, whilst you can equally compare litigation in various jurisdictions here.

26 November 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a competition senior/managing associate – Position filled

Our highly professional competition practice and its client portfolio are ever growing, hence we are looking for a qualified competition specialist with 3-5+ years of experience in the field, who would be also open to work in other advisory related practice areas.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients;
  • high profile clients;
  • interesting and precedent setting mandates;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • intensive hands-on experience of 3-5+ years in competition matters;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology; fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in competition awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior Competition.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

22 November 2018 - MPR Partners assisted CEE chemicals producer Chimcomplex in the merger review procedure whereby the Romanian Competition Council has authorised the takeover of Oltchim’s assets

The Romanian Competition Council approved Chimcomplex’s 127 million EUR takeover of assets of the petrochemical plant Oltchim S.A.

MPR Partners team that assisted Chimcomplex with the notification and Competition Council’s review consisted of Alina Popescu, founding partner and head of the Competition practice, Răzvan Pele, counsel and Magda Grigore, associate.

“We are proud of the outcome, as the decision concerns a complex concentration between two major players of the chemical industry and the merger review work has raised many interesting aspects of competition law. We are thankful for the close cooperation with all parties involved.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

The firm’s competition department has a wealth of experience in all segments of competition law, including merger control, anti-competitive practices, dominant position abuse, on-site and forensic investigation procedures, State aid matters and unfair competition.

The outstanding advice provided by MPR Partners’ competition team has been repeatedly acknowledged by the firm’s clients. For instance, one of the partners of a major U.S. based law firm has commended one of the firm’s competition related assignments as “the most comprehensive and best analysis, in a timely fashion and very well written” compared with those of “over 20 law firms in the past 15 years”.

Firm’s competition clients include major international and local companies, such as, Alphatron Marine, Autotehnica Fleet Services, BBraun Avitum, Betty Ice, Chimcomplex, Eberspächer, Japan Radio Co., Monsanto, etc.

MPR Partners’ competition team members are active contributors to publications on competition law. Recently, they have provided extensive literature to several reputed international publications such as the Romanian chapters of International Comparative Legal Guides: Merger control, Getting the Deal Through: State aid, Lexology Navigator: Cartels.

15 November 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Consultancy Associate – Position filled

Our consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a talented associate at either entry level or with 1-4 years of experience. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate Consultanță.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 1-4 years (out of which, ideally, at least 2 years within a medium/large law firm) is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology is an absolute must;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus.

12 November 2018 - MPR Partners’ experts have just published their second edition of the Lexology Navigator: Cartels

The guide amounts to a valuable information resource for both legal and business professionals, providing a high-level overview of a large number of aspects, from a general overview of the country’s regulations and specificities, trends and climate, investigations, penalties, private actions, including immunity and leniency. The complete Romanian Cartels Navigator guide is available (in English) on the Lexology website at https://www.lexology.com/navigator#!results/444/view. Lexology is a reputed online platform that collaborates with the world’s leading lawyers and other thought leaders to deliver tailored updates and analysis to business professionals worldwide. It currently comprises over 600,000 articles in more than 30 languages covering 50 work areas worldwide. The Lexology Navigator titles are designed to answer in-house counsel driven demand for an interactive way to research comparative information from reputed contributors across multiple jurisdictions. Current contributors of Lexology Navigator series include big names of the business legal market such as Bird & Bird, Dentons, Eversheds, Hogan Lovells, Perkins Coie, Reed Smith and White & Case.

05 November 2018 - MPR Partners, counsels in another major life sciences cross-border M&A transaction

MPR Partners assisted Precision for Medicine, part of Precision Medicine Group, in connection with the Romanian law aspects of its multimillion EUR value cross-border acquisition of Argint International.

Precision for Medicine supports life sciences companies in the use of biomarkers essential to targeting patients more precisely and effectively. With more than 1,450 employees in 25 locations in the US, Canada, and Europe, Precision Medicine Group activates in fields from advanced lab sciences to translational informatics and clinical trial delivery.

Argint International is a contract research organization based in Budapest, Hungary, and it is currently managing studies across 25 countries and more than 600 investigational sites, including several large phase III programs, each involving between 50 and 130 sites. Argint International has a strong presence in Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Serbia.

On this transaction, MPR Partners worked closely with the international law firm Bird & Bird, whose London office team coordinated the entire transaction. MPR Partners assisted with all the Romanian jurisdiction related aspects, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating the transaction documents, employment matters, as well as several post completion aspects.

”With another high-valued complex cross border transaction completed, we are glad to further consolidate our niche healthcare M&A position on the market. We are proud to have been selected by Bird & Bird as Romanian counsels and happy to have been part of this significant acquisition.” Dana Rădulescu, Partner of MPR Partners.

Partner Dana Rădulescu coordinated the team involved in the acquisition of Argint International, assisted by Senior Associate Daniel Alexie, Senior Associate Irina Radu and Associate Magda Grigore. Employment aspects were coordinated by Partner Alexandra Rîmbu.

02 November 2018 - MPR Partners ranked anew by the IFLR1000 Guide in 2019

MPR Partners is ranked in IFLR1000’s Financial and Corporate Guide 2019 for its M&A activity and noteworthy transactions. Founding Partner Gelu Maravela remains, such as last year, Highly regarded for his M&A expertise, especially in the Healthcare sector, having a very strong reputation on the market. We are proud to have clients commend us: “All services were at a high professional level.” – Regarding our banking, investment funds, M&A, project development, project finance and regulatory services; “Reliability, experience and trust. Mr Maravela impresses us with his knowledge and experience. He is very responsive, and is client, detail and goal-oriented. He is a proactive and confident lawyer, with substantial expertise and experience in M&A projects.” – Concerning our banking, M&A, project development and regulatory expertise.

18 October 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Senior Associate: IT & telecom and data protection – Position filled

Client portfolio ever-growing and complex mandates piling up, our consultancy team is currently on the lookout for an experienced colleague, knowledgeable in IT & telecom as well as data protection matters. Our talented and experienced new colleague should have a minimum of 3-5+ years of experience, since final Bar qualification (definitivat).

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • member of the Bar, with practical experience of 3-5+ years since final Bar qualification (definitivat), out of which at least 3-4 years with a medium/large law firm (>10 lawyers);
  • thorough knowledge of IT & telecom, data protection and corporate matters is required; further experience in other areas of practice is a plus;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology; fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior Associate Advisory.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

27 September 2018 - MPR Partners awarded by Ziarul Financiar

During an elegant Awards Gala organized by the leading business and financial newspaper and online portal Ziarul Financiar, MPR Partners received the award for the FMCG biggest and most important transaction (namely the sale of Betty Ice to Unilever), whilst being nominated for a second major FMCG transaction (the sale of Nordic Petfood to United Petfood) and for one of the largest transactions in the chemicals industry (Chimcomplex acquiring assets from Oltchim). Founding Partner Alina Popescu alongside Partner Dana Rădulescu and Partner Alexandra Rîmbu were on stage to receive the award.

13 September 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Consultancy Senior Associate – Position filled

Our highly professional, friendly and internationally recognized advisory team’s client portfolio is ever growing, so we are looking for a talented and experienced senior associate with a minimum of 3-5+ years of experience, since final Bar qualification (definitivat).

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 3-5+ years since final Bar qualification (definitivat), out of which at least 3-4 years with a medium/large law firm (>10 lawyers);
  • thorough knowledge of corporate, commercial and M&A matters is required as well as experience in employment and/or competition and/or real estate and/or data privacy; further experience in other areas of practice is a plus;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology; fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior Associate Advisory.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

10 September 2018 - State aid scheme in Romania: non-reimbursable funding for investments

On July 30, the Romanian Ministry of Finance issued an order launching the procedure whereby investors may obtain non-reimbursable funding for investments made in Romania. Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Partner Răzvan Pele detail the terms of the scheme in another issue of our Emergency Legal Kit for Business (ELKB) available here.

27 August 2018 - Romanian joint stock companies: board decisions on share capital increase can be challenged

Until recently, only the board decisions regarding changing the company’s registered office and/or business object could be challenged by any of the company’s shareholders by an action for annulment filed in court. Pursuant to a decision of the Romanian Constitutional Court published on August 1, 2018, board decisions regarding share capital increases can now be subject to an action for annulment as well. You can read our latest ELKB (Emergency Legal Kit for Businesses) about this matter, published by Senior Associate Daniel Alexie, here.

20 August 2018 - All you need to know about Restructuring and Insolvency in Romania

MPR Partners renewed its contribution to the Restructuring and Insolvency Navigator of Lexology. Partner Dana Rădulescu and Associate Anca Băițan updated the chapter with the latest developments on the Romanian legal landscape. Lexology Navigator provides clear, concise, comparative guidance on law and regulation worldwide. The complete Romanian chapter is available for reading here and should you wish to browse the topic in different jurisdictions, you can do so here.

10 August 2018 - Critical infrastructure protection: new provisions

Senior Associate Irina Radu edited our latest ELKB (Emergency Legal Kit for Businesses), concerning national framework on infrastructure protection and most recent related provisions. One of the major objectives of the EU is reducing the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure and increasing their resilience. An adequate level of protection must be ensured and the harmful effects of disruptions on the society and citizens must be limited as far as possible. Full ELKB (in English) is available here.

08 August 2018 - MPR Partners assisted Nordic Petfood in its sale to United Petfood

MPR Partners assisted a major shareholder of Nordic Petfood, the leading local producer of petfood, in the process of selling the entire business to United Petfood. The share purchase agreement was signed mid August.

Nordic Petfood is the Romanian lead producer and supplier of private labels for the most important modern and specialized retail partners in Romania, with over 40.000 tons of dry food for cats and dogs produced and delivered annually. Belgian group United Petfood, a family business, entered the market in 1994. It operates eight factories in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain and Poland and sells in over 40 countries across Europe, as well as in China, Japan, and the US.

MPR Partners assisted the managing partner, one of the major shareholders of Nordic Petfood, in all aspects of the transaction consisting of the sale of the business to United Petfood, namely due diligence, drafting and negotiating the transaction documents and terms. The entire process was extremely smooth and lasted less than four months. At partner level, the dedicated team of MPR Partners consisted of Alina Popescu, Dana Rădulescu, Răzvan Pele and Gelu Maravela.

07 August 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Consultancy Associate – Position filled

Our consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a talented associate at either entry level or with 1-4 years of experience. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate Consultanță.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 1-4 years (out of which, ideally, at least 2 years within a medium/large law firm) is a plus;
  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology is an absolute must;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus.

01 August 2018 - The Buzz in Romania

Contacted by CEE Legal Matters, Partner Dana Rădulescu shared her opinion on the Romanian current business climate and transaction market. In “The Buzz”, CEE Legal Matters interview experts from the 24 jurisdictions of Central and Eastern Europe about professional, political and legislative developments of significance. The interview is available here.

25 July 2018 - MPR Partners, exclusive contributor to Getting the Deal Through – State Aid

Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Associate Magda Grigore provided the comprehensive contribution for the Romanian chapter of Getting the Deal Through State Aid 2018, having as contributing editor Mr. Ulrich Soltész, of Gleiss Lutz . Published in July 2018 and currently at its fifth edition, State Aid aims to explain the effect of EU legislation and regulation surrounding state aid law in major European jurisdictions, providing readers with up-to-the-minute insight on the strategic considerations and best practices for successful state aid applications and competitions. Topics include: national legislation implementing European state aid rules, approval and disapproval rules for state aid programmes, information regarding the relevant bodies granting aid and receiving aid applications, national authorities monitoring and enforcing compliance, dispute resolution surrounding illegal and incompatible aid, and much more. Getting the Deal Through works with many of the best lawyers and law firms in the world to bring together a unique legal information resource, written by experts on each subject area, in every significant jurisdiction. The complete (15 jurisdictions) State Aid publication is available here and the Romanian chapter here.

05 July 2018 - Alina Popescu named Leading Adviser in Romania

Founding Partner Alina Popescu has been named “Leading Cross Border Investments and Transactions Adviser of the Year, Romania”, at the 2018 Leading Adviser Awards, from Acquisition International Magazine, part of AI Global. Since 2010, Acquisition International Magazine’s annual awards have been highlighting the amazing work done by those firms and individuals whose ceaseless dedication to innovation, customer care and the continued growth and improvement of their businesses has seen them forge ahead of their competitors and raise the bar for performance and results in their industry.

28 June 2018 - MPR Partners’ competition practice on the rise

With an increasing work load and Client portfolio on the rise, MPR Partners’ competition department sustained a considerable development throughout the past five years, driven by the passion and specialization of the entire team.

Established and developed by Founding Partner Alina Popescu, the firm’s competition practice has a team of 7 lawyers, with practical experience in all competition law segments, including antitrust (economic concentrations, anticompetitive deals and practices, abuse of dominant position, on-site and forensic investigation procedures) as well as State aid and unfair competition.

The firm’s lawyers’ activity has been repeatedly acknowledged by its clients, one of the partners of a reputed USA-based law firm stating, for instance, that one of firm’s competition related work product was „the most complex and best analysis” of a distribution agreement, compared to that of other „20 firms, throughout the past 15 years”.

Amongst firm’s clients in the competition field there are important local companies such as Chimcomplex and Betty Ice as well as international corporations, as Monsanto, Japan Radio Co., Alphatron Marine, Hertz Autohellas, BBraun Avitum, Eberspächer, etc.

In addition, the competition department’s team members are active contributors to specialized international publications. Last year alone, they have been exclusive contributors for the Romanian jurisdiction for reputed materials of international reach such as Getting the Deal Through: State aid, Lexology Navigator: Cartels, and have equally published numerous dedicated materials in the local media.

The rise in work load levels triggered the need for team development, equally at partner levels, thus Răzavan Pele, reputed competition and IP specialist joined MPR Partners starting this June, as partner within the firm’s competition and intellectual property practices.

Răzvan graduated from the University of the West Timișoara Law School and holds an LL.M in International and Community Law from Nicolae Titulescu University.  He has a notable experience of over 10 years with one of the most important local firms, being furthermore one of the Romanian specialists in competition, regulatory, IP, consumer protection matters and related litigation. Răzvan advised clients from various industries, including weaponry manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, postal services, wood processing, spare parts distribution, telecom, audio-visual, etc. Notable projects he coordinated and was involved in include:

  • the first assessment by the Romanian Competition Council of a potential dominant position abuse in the pharma market;
  • the litigation concluded with the annulment of the fine for one of the members of an alleged cartel on the EEE market;
  • representing one of the most important Swiss weaponry producers in challenging a decision passed by the Romanian Competition Council finding a rigging of bids in a public procurement procedure organized by the Romanian Ministry of Defence;
  • advising one of the largest Chinese telecom technology companies in the Romanian part of a worldwide dispute generated by a patent troll in connection with the use and extent of Standard-Essential Patents from a competition and IP law perspective.

„Increased activity of the Competition Council, overall business and economic climate as well as numerous local businesses reaching maturity drove a spike in our competition practice’s activity. This is very good news indeed, especially since it provides the opportunity to extend our team ranks with a high calibre professional who has a wealth of experience in the field. Besides recruiting external talent, we develop internally our team members, thus shaping our own future competition experts.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

I am thrilled to have joined MPR Partners for several reasons, amongst which the excellent professional relationship that I have had with firm’s founding partners, the trust I have in their professional and management abilities, the impressive client portfolio, firm’s international achievements and, naturally, the perspective of a dynamic, high quality legal service. Both competition and IP are two fields of the law very dear to me. I have thus commenced my activity at MPR Partners with the desire and aim to greatly contribute to the development of these two departments alongside firm’s partners.” Răzvan Pele, Partner of MPR Partners.

21 June 2018 - Partner Dana Rădulescu awarded for her Corporate/M&A activity and achievements

During an awards Gala, Partner Dana Rădulescu was handed an achievement recognition and the Expert Lawyer title for her Corporate/M&A activity throughout the past year from the FinMedia, the publishing company editing the Expert Lawyers magazine. Dana was congratulated for her activity and involvement in, amongst others, the acquisition of assets of Chimcomplex from Oltchim, the acquisition of Betty Ice by Unilever and the acquisition of a parking by Interparking. At their 8th edition, the Top Lawyers Gala awards experienced lawyers, active in the most important practice areas of business law.

12 June 2018 - Founding Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu have been included in the 2018-19 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Romania.

Gelu Maravela was named 2018-2019 “Lawyer of the Year” for work in Project Finance and Development Practice, being acknowledged for his Arbitration and Mediation, Banking and Finance Law, Energy Law, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation, Natural Resources Law, Project Finance and Development Practice, whilst Alina Popescu is praised for her Arbitration and Mediation, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions experience. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in over 75 countries. “For more than a third of the century,” says CEO Steven Naifeh, “Best Lawyers has been the gold standard of excellence in the legal profession.” President Phil Greer adds, “We are extremely proud of that record and equally proud to acknowledge the accomplishments of these exceptional legal professionals.” Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in Romania list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing. Further information can be found here.

07 June 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Litigation Senior Associate – Position filled

Our repeatedly awarded, internationally recognized and very busy dispute resolution practice’s team is searching for a new colleague with 3-4 years’ experience since final Bar qualification (definitivat). Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Senior – Litigation.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • practical experience of minimum 3-4 years since final Bar qualification, ideally as part of a medium/large law firm;
  • sound skills and experience in civil and administrative litigations, insolvency as well as arbitration & ADR expertise;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or other law degrees awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • areer advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills;
  • competitive financial package.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

25 May 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a Personal Assistant – Position filled

We are looking for a very organized, serious and punctual Personal Assistant, with good command of English, written and spoken. If interested, please send you CV to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: PA.

What we are looking for:

  • at least high school baccalaureate degree;
  • driver license, B category, at least 3 years hands–on driving experience;
  • honesty, discretion and trustworthiness;
  • flexibility and adaptability;
  • good communication skills;
  • organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily workload;
  • the ability to be proactive and take the initiative;
  • good manners, tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities shall include, without being limited to, the following:

  • reminding the firm’s partners of important tasks and deadlines;
  • assist firm’s partners with their personal and administrative issues;
  • assist firm’s associate lawyers with administrative issues;
  • organizing and maintaining diaries, correspondence and making appointments;
  • travel with and in the interests of firm’s partners and associate lawyers.

23 May 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for Front Desk Assistant – Position filled

We are looking for a communicative and neatly organized Font Desk Assistant, with excellent command of English, work management and prioritizing skills, problem solving ability and attention to detail, to handle our front desk and day-to-day administrative tasks. No previous experience required, although basic accounting knowledge can be an advantage. This position does not involve legal support related activities.

Job description:

  • front office contact with clients;
  • protocol and administrative activities;
  • meetings and appointments handling;
  • handling personal issues for firm’s partners;
  • office supplies monitoring and ordering;
  • documents filing (binding, copying, scanning);
  • drafting and translating various documents.

Important!

This position involves two shifts, as follows: one week from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and one week from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm, from Monday to Friday. This condition is mandatory, so please apply only if you accept it.
Please send your CV to office@mprpartners.com and use the subject line: Front desk.

17 May 2018 - MPR Partners publishes the Life Sciences: product regulation and liability in Romania Lexology Navigator

For the second year in a row, our healthcare specialists have revised and updated the Romanian chapter of the Life Sciences Navigator, published by Lexology. The Lexology Navigators are a powerful global tool for legal research, spanning multiple practice areas and jurisdictions alike. The Lice Sciences navigator covers important topics such as trends and developments, clinical trials, marketing aspects, advertising and labelling, as well as relations with healthcare professionals and many others. Prestigious law firms are contributing to each section (i.e. Dentons, Eversheds Sutherland and Reed Smith, just to name a few), thus turning the Navigators into a valuable resource for professionals. The Romanian chapter, contributed by MPR Partners, is available here.

11 May 2018 - Commercial Arbitration in Romania – This year’s edition, now available

For the second year in a row, our arbitration professionals, Alina Popescu and Alexandra Ichim, provide the latest provisions and news for the Romanian chapter of the Commercial Arbitration guide of Global Arbitration Review (GAR). GAR know-how provides reliable cross-jurisdictional insight to help cement the building blocks of international practice. Select experienced practitioners answer commonly asked questions for key jurisdictions so allowing readers to be better-placed to solve the challenges of their working days. The Romanian chapter is available here and all jurisdictions are online here.

11 May 2018 - MPR Partners on the front page of Ziarul Financiar

Founding Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu provided, during an interview conducted by Ziarul Financiar, an overview of the Romanian M&A landscape as well as related forecasts and insights. Partners revealed few of firm’s closed and ongoing M&A transactions, as well as several thoughts on competition and infrastructure development.  Ziarul Financiar is the leading daily financial newspaper in Romania. The article is available (in Romanian) here.

10 April 2018 - MPR Partners won the Top Communicator award from Mondaq

During March, MPR Partners’ articles on Mondaq generated the most reads for and related to the Romanian jurisdiction. Every month Mondaq publishes hundreds of articles by contributing firms from over 80 countries around the world. At the end of every month, for each country, Mondaq analyses which contributing author firms were read the most by their registered business readers: ‘Contributor Most Read’. Readership for all articles by that firm on that country is included. The reader may have come upon the article either on the Mondaq site, www.mondaq.com, via their personalised newsletters, or via one of their feeds to 3rd party sites. All readership for this article consists of real, identified individuals and no anonymous readers are included in the conferral of this award. Mondaq also distributes the same articles through major business systems like Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, and Reuters. Further information is available here.

15 March 2018 - The Lawyer European Awards 2018: MPR Partners winner of the Law Firm of the Year: Eastern Europe and The Balkans Award and Highly Commended Firm in the European Law Firm of the Year category

Thursday, March 15 during a special night in London, that celebrated success in the European legal world, MPR Partners was designated winner of the Law Firm of the Year: Eastern Europe and The Balkans Award, during The Lawyer European Awards 2018.

Furthermore, MPR Partners has been designated as Highly Commended Firm (runner up) in the European Law Firm of the Year category. An official article of The Lawyer, released after the event, states: “Highly commended in the overall law firm of the year category was Romanian firm Maravela, which won Eastern European/Balkans firm prize for the second year running. Despite its small size – it was only set up five years ago – the judges said it had ‘reaped the rewards of its niche’ and praised its focus on talent nurturing.”

It is the fourth year in a row that MPR Partners is recognized by the judging committee of The Lawyer European Awards and last year the firm was designated Law firm of the year: Romania.

Judges have paid attention to firms able to demonstrate that they have had an exceptional year, managing the pressures of the economic environment while maintaining high levels of client service. They were equally looking for firms that can clearly articulate their strategy and vision for the future, both in terms of significant developments in the past year and planned investment.

The judging panel was formed by partners of top international business law firms and in-house top management representatives of multinational companies. The list includes big names such as: Airbnb, Barclays, Bare Escentuals (Shiseido Group), Dixons Carphone, Hohan Lovells, Mills & Reeve, Mischcon De Reya, Navigators Insurance, Northrop Grumman, Orwell Group, Osborne Clarke, PayPal, Shoosmiths, Societe Generale, TLT, Travers Smith, TSYS International, Weightmans, Wolseley, Womble Bond Dickinson, WS Atkins.

The Eastern Europe and The Balkans category was only open to independent firms headquartered in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia and Slovenia. Danish firm Kromann Reumert was crowned European Law Firm of the Year.

Shortlisted firms had to prove their capability of operating in the global economy, possessing strategic initiatives aimed at growing cross-border and referral work, both inbound and outbound.

“What a great night in London at The Lawyer European Awards 2018! We are happy, proud and have so many thanks to give to an incredible jury, as well as to our clients, our business partners, our friends and our OUTSTANDING TEAM! Thank you all! We are grateful for your trust and support and remain committed to a continued service of great quality, loyalty and success!” Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu, Managing Partners of MPR Partners.

Currently at their ninth edition and structured in 24 categories (by country, region, types of deals, referral work but also recognizing the managing partner of the year and holding a distinct global in-house category), the awards showcase the achievements of firms to the rest of the industry.

Further detail about The Lawyer European Awards as well as this edition’s jury can be found on the official website at http://www.thelawyereuropeanevent.com

23 February 2018 - Doing Business in the European Union 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania – Now available in Romanian

MPR Partners contributed to the Doing Business in the European Union 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania, the first report of the subnational Doing Business series in these countries—assesses the business regulatory environment and its impact on local entrepreneurs in 6 cities from Bulgaria (Burgas, Pleven, Plovdiv, Ruse, Sofia and Varna), 7 cities from Hungary (Budapest, Debrecen, Gyor, Miskolc, Pecs, Szeged, and Szekesfehervar) and 9 cities from Romania (Brasov, Bucuresti, Cluj-Napoca, Constanta, Craiova, Iasi, Oradea, Ploiesti, and Timisoara). The report measures regulations relevant to 5 stages in the life of a small to medium-size domestic firm: starting a business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity, registering property and enforcing contracts. Direct link to the report in Romanian here, and in English here.

21 February 2018 - MPR Partners assisted Interparking in the acquisition of P700 Parking

MPR Partners assisted the Belgian company Interparking in the almost EUR 4 million acquisition of a parking in Timișoara, in the context of the operator’s business expansion in Romania. Interparking Group is present in 9 countries and in over 360 cities, currently holding 782 units totalizing 355.839 parking spaces, Europewide. In 2016, the group’s turnover was of over EUR 410 million. Interparking holds 4 parkings in Romania, în Bucharest and Timișoara. The P700 parking in Timișoara has a capacity of 520 parking spaces, whilst the parkings in Bucharest have a total of 1.400 parking spaces.

MPR Partners’ team, coordinated by Partner Dana Rădulescu, assisted with regards to due diligence, as well as negotiation and drafting of the transaction documents. „We are glad to be involved in transactions that underline the raised interest of foreign investors, speeding the modernization of the infrastructure and offering practical solutions to everyday problems. Interparking Group intends to further expand its business in the region so we presume that new projects will be announced shortly.” Dana Rădulescu, Partner of MPR Partners.

01 February 2018 - MPR Partners assisted Betty Ice in its sale to Unilever

Started in 2017, the negotiations were concluded at the end of January 2018, when the Romanian ice cream producer Betty Ice was fully acquired by Unilever South Central Europe. The sale purchase agreement is subject to regulatory approval by the Romanian competition authorities.

Following the acquisition, Betty Ice will operate as a standalone unit within Unilever and will be led by its founder, Vasile Armenean, acting as General Manager.

The complex legal assistance provided by MPR Partners to Betty Ice comprises all transaction related aspects, including due diligence, preparing the tender, negotiation of the transaction documents, liaising with the competition authorities.

MPR Partners’ team assigned to the project consisted of over 10 professionals. Gelu Maravela, Alexandra Rîmbu, Daniel Alexie and Anca Băițan assisted regarding the due diligence process, Gelu Maravela, Alina Popescu, Dana Rădulescu, Alexandra Rîmbu and Mihai Buciuman provided assistance during the negotiation of the transaction documents, whilst Alina Popescu, Alexandra Rîmbu and Magda Grigore assisted with all competition related aspects. Financial and tax assistance was provided by Gelu Maravela, Alexandra Rîmbu and Felix Tapai.

With regards to the financial aspects, Betty Ice was equally assisted by Ernst & Young România, with a team lead by Florin Vasilică and BrinkThink Management, through Florin Cerna, as financial and strategic consultant.

25 January 2018 - MPR Partners endorses the Palaces of Justice Project

MPR Partners is proudly supporting the Romanian Palaces of Justice project, a wonderful compilation of architectural treasures, dedicated to the exertion of the legal profession. Through their greatness, the Palaces of Justice – true works of art, some dating from an impressive while back, enchant the eyes of the beholder, imposing respect and demanding admiration. Published by igloomedia (www.igloo.ro) within their “Patrimony” collection, the bilingual album includes 19 representative buildings, (Palaces of Justice, Courts and Tribunals), landmarks of Romania’s cultural heritage. Each monument is carefully documented, presented with high quality photographs and accompanied by the most interesting aspects from architectural, cultural and historical points of view. The launch event took place on 18 January 2017, at Bucharest’s Palace of Justice.

17 January 2018 - MPR Partners shortlisted for the Law firm of the year: Eastern Europe and The Balkans Award at The Lawyer European Awards 2018

It is the fourth year in a row that MPR Partners is recognized by the judging committee of The Lawyer. This year the firm has been shortlisted for Law firm of the year: Eastern Europe and The Balkans.

This category was only open to independent firms headquartered in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia and Slovenia.

Judges have paid attention to firms able to demonstrate that they have had an exceptional year, managing the pressures of the economic environment while maintaining high levels of client service. They were equally looking for firms that can clearly articulate their strategy and vision for the future, both in terms of significant developments in the past year and planned investment.

Shortlisted firms had to prove their capability of operating in the global economy, possessing strategic initiatives aimed at growing cross-border and referral work, both inbound and outbound.

“Besides information related to portfolio growth and continuous training of our team members, this year the use of technology and its application to better customer service was taken into consideration. We understood from the representatives of The Lawyer European Awards that, this year as well, there were many firms who have entered the competition and sent submissions. Congratulations are in order, to all the finalists. We are very happy with the result, that furthermore follows last year’s success, as we were designated the Law firm of the year: Romania.” Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu, Managing Partners of MPR Partners.

Currently at their ninth edition and structured in 24 categories (by country, region, types of deals, referral work but also recognizing the managing partner of the year and holding a distinct global in-house category), the awards showcase the achievements of firms to the rest of the industry.

The judging panel is formed by partners of top international business law firms and in-house top management representatives of multinational companies. The list includes big names such as: Airbnb, Barclays, Bare Escentuals (Shiseido Group), Dixons Carphone, Hohan Lovells, Mills & Reeve, Mischcon De Reya, Navigators Insurance, Northrop Grumman, Orwell Group, Osborne Clarke, PayPal, Shoosmiths, Societe Generale, TLT, Travers Smith, TSYS International, Weightmans, Wolseley, Womble Bond Dickinson, WS Atkins.

MPR Partners stands alongside numerous premier European firms, equally recognized for their work. Winners will be announced in March, in London, during the awards gala that will bring together more than 300 managing and senior partners to network and celebrate the most successful firms in Europe.

Further detail about The Lawyer European Awards as well as this edition’s jury and nominees can be found on the official website at http://www.thelawyereuropeanevent.com/shortlist.

16 January 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a corporate and M&A senior/managing associate – Position filled

Our highly professional, friendly and internationally recognized advisory team’s client portfolio is ever growing, so we are looking for a(nother) talented and experienced senior/managing associate with a minimum of 2-5+ years of experience, since final Bar qualification (definitivat).

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 2-5+ years since final Bar qualification (definitivat), out of which at least 3-4 years with a medium/large law firm (>10 lawyers);
  • thorough knowledge of corporate, commercial and M&A matters is required; further experience in other areas of practice is a plus;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology; fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior/Managing Associate Advisory.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

11 January 2018 - MPR Partners is looking for a competition senior/managing associate – Position filled

Our highly professional competition practice and its client portfolio are ever growing, hence we are looking for a qualified competition specialist with 5-7+ years of experience in the field, who would be also open to work in other advisory related practice areas.

Please note that this is an opening that may lead to salary partner position within 2-5 years, depending on profile, achievements and abilities.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients;
  • high profile clients;
  • interesting and precedent setting mandates;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • intensive hands-on experience of 5-7+ years in competition matters;
  • full working proficiency in English (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology;
  • fluency in a second foreign language is an advantage;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in competition awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: Senior/Managing Competition.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

01 November 2019 - MPR Partners about Tax on inbound investment

MPR Partners’ specialists provided essential information concerning the Romanian provisions and context of Tax on inbound investment. The chapter is structured in valuable sections, detailing acquisitions (from the buyer’s perspective), post-acquisition planning, disposals (from the seller’s perspective) as well as trends concerning the topic. The Romanian chapter is part of the Tax on inbound investment 2019 Guide of Legoloxy – Getting the Deal Through. The Guide contains expert local insight (from 20 countries) into the regulation of taxation on inbound investments in unfamiliar jurisdictions, covering areas such as: Acquisitions – execution of acquisition, tax treatment of acquisitions, interest relief and deductibility, company mergers and share exchanges and net operating losses; Post-acquisition planning – post-acquisition restructuring, tax neutral spin-offs, interest and dividend payments, extraction of profits; Disposals – types of disposal, gains on disposal and avoiding or deferring the tax on a disposal gain. There is a compare tool available as well, allowing cross check through jurisdictions, available here.

24 September 2019 - Two of MPR Partners’ major transactions awarded by Ziarul Financiar

During an elegant Gala organized by the leading business and economic newspaper and online platform Ziarul Financiar, two of our major recent and successfully closed M&A transactions were recognized. It is the third year in a row that, during The Lawyers’ Gala, that we are awarded for our hard work. The recognized transactions were in the chemical and FMCG sectors, namely the acquisition of assets by Chimcomplex from Oltchim and respectively the acquisition of Nodfin Petfood by United Petfood. More information about the awards is available here.

18 September 2019 - MPR Partners is looking for a Litigation Senior Associate – Position filled

Our internationally recognized and very busy dispute resolution practice’s team is searching for a senior colleague with 5+ years of experience.
Please send your resume and letter of intent to (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Senior – Litigation.
Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

We are looking for:

  • advanced English (written and spoken) as well as strong knowledge of legal English;
  • practical experience of minimum 5 years, ideally as part of a medium/large law firm;
  • sound skills and experience in civil dispute resolution;
  • strong experience in either of the following fields of litigation is a plus: administrative litigation, criminal law, public procurement, construction, IP, competition or tax;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or other law degrees awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

We are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • people oriented work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile global and local clients;
  • interesting and engaging assignments;
  • quick career advancement opportunities based on merit;
  • development of management skills;
  • a wealth of legal resources to browse;
  • attendance to professional events and conferences;
  • competitive financial package;
  • a really nice, professional and sociable team to work with.
  • elegant and modern office premises.

09 August 2019 - MPR Partners, contributor to Chambers and Partners’ Merger Control Global Practice Guide

Once again, our Competition team coordinated by Founding Partner Alina Popescu contributed to a reputed Guide edited by Chambers and Partners, this time covering the major topic of Merger Control within the Romanian jurisdiction. The Merger Control guide provides expert legal commentary on the key issues for businesses with competition matters and covers the important developments in the most significant jurisdictions. Navigating a global merger control filing and approval process is a complex business, and it is only getting more complex every year. This work aims to cut through some of that complexity by providing the reader with a practical guide that covers 33 of the world’s leading merger control jurisdictions in a user-friendly question and answer format. The questions in this guide cover the key rules relevant for a merger control filing assessment, including: what kind of transactions have to be notified, what are the filing thresholds, what is the procedure and timeline for notification and approval, what are the substantive considerations of the authorities and what kind of enforcement record do the authorities have? The Romania chapter is available here and information on all jurisdictions can be found here.

07 August 2019 - MPR Partners – first place on the ranking of the Romanian Ministry of Public Finance

The MPR Partners and Squire Patton Boggs LLP consortium was ranked first in the selection process carried out by the Romanian Ministry of Public Finance in order to contract assistance and representation in international investment arbitration performed according to UNCITRAL provisions.

Situated on the first place out of the total of six associations of firms selected to provide legal services, the consortium including MPR Partners benefits from the vast experience of its founding partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu, involved throughout their careers in numerous ICSID and UNCITRAL investment arbitrations, such as for instance the first ICSID arbitration won by Romania, namely Noble Ventures, Inc. v. Romania (ICSID Case No. ARB/01/11) and the famous arbitration case Micula and others v. Romania (ICSID Case No. ARB/05/20).

Currently, the Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP and MPR Partners consortium represents the Romanian Ministry of Public Finance in the ICSID arbitration ARB|18|19, initiated by the claimants LSG Building Solutions GmbH (Austria), Pressburg UK GmbH (Germany), Green Source Consulting GmbH (Austria), Solluce Romania 1 BV (The Netherlands), Risen Energy Solar Project GmbH (Germany), Core Value Investments GmbH & Co KG Gamma (Germany), Core Value Capital GmbH (Austria), SC LJG Green Source Energy Beta S.R.L. (Romania), Anina Pro Invest Ltd (Cyprus) and Giust Ltd (Cyprus).

30 July 2019 - MPR Partners provides essential State Aid information and insight

MPR Partners contributed for yet another edition to the Romania chapter of the State Aid 2019 Guide of Legoloxy – Getting the Deal Through. Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Associate Magda Grigore provided the comprehensive contribution for the Romania chapter of the guide, having as contributing editor Mr. Ulrich Soltész, of Gleiss Lutz . Published in July 2019 and currently at its sixth edition, State Aid aims to explain the effect of EU legislation and regulation surrounding state aid law in major European jurisdictions, providing readers with up-to-the-minute insight on the strategic considerations and best practices for successful state aid applications and competitions. Topics include: national legislation implementing European state aid rules, approval and disapproval rules for state aid programs, information regarding the relevant bodies granting aid and receiving aid applications, national authorities monitoring and enforcing compliance, dispute resolution surrounding illegal and incompatible aid, and much more. The guide is a result of working with many of the best lawyers and law firms in the world to bring together a unique legal information resource, written by experts on each subject area, in every significant jurisdiction. The complete (15 jurisdictions) State Aid publication is available here and the Romania chapter can be accessed here.

02 July 2019 - Essential know-how from MPR Partners: Commercial Arbitration in Romania – 2019 edition, now available

It is the third year in a row that our arbitration professionals, coordinated by Founding Partner Alina Popescu, provide the latest provisions and news for the Romanian chapter of the Commercial Arbitration guide of Global Arbitration Review (GAR). GAR know-how provides reliable cross-jurisdictional insight to help cement the building blocks of international practice. Select experienced practitioners answer commonly asked questions for key jurisdictions so allowing readers to be better-placed to solve the challenges of their working days. The Romanian chapter is available here and all jurisdictions are online here.

25 June 2019 - MPR Partners, contributor to Chambers and Partners’ Cartels Global Practice Guide

Our Competition specialists coordinated by Founding Partner Alina Popescu are happy to have contributed to this year’s Romanian jurisdiction related Law and Practice section of Chambers and Partners’ Cartels Global Practice Guide, providing expert legal commentary on the key issues for businesses with competition matters. Covering over 25 major jurisdictions, the guide highlights the important developments in the most significant jurisdictions and is intended as a broad, first-level, survey of principles and practices in a substantial number of jurisdictions. Its scope will also help underscore the fact that effective competition law compliance programs are an essential element of risk management and client education (as well as having potentially salutary effects in affecting the sanctions imposed when companies and individuals find themselves under scrutiny). The Romanian chapter is available here and information on all jurisdictions can be found here.

15 June 2019 - MPR Partners in Ziarul Financiar’s Top Law Firms Table

MPR Partners is listed amongst the top business law firms within the ranking tables of “Economy’s biggest players” Guide, edited by Ziarul Financiar, the most important business and financial newspaper in Romania. The list contains reputed names within the legal landscape, detailing the size of the team and significant recent transactions. The Guide contains numerous insights, articles and ranking tables regarding various sectors of the economy in Romania. The online version of the “Economy’s biggest players” Guide is available here.

11 June 2019 - MPR Partners assisted Nederlandse MKB in the acquisition of the IT company BusyMachines

MPR Partners has assisted the Dutch company Nederlandse MKB Participatiemaatschappij in the acquisition of BusyMachines B.V., a Dutch-Romanian fast-growing software developer.

A team of 9 MPR Partners lawyers worked on behalf of Nederlandse MKB, in all legal aspects related to BusyMachines’ Romanian subsidiary and development centre. The highly specialized M&A, technology, IT, IP, competition and data protection assistance provided included a complex due diligence report of the target, as well as advice regarding the relevant aspects on the transaction documents.

Coordinated by partners Alina Popescu and Dana Rădulescu, the team assigned to the matter equally included partner Alexandra Rîmbu and tax partner Felix Tapai as well as senior associates Roxana Neacșu, Daniel Alexie, Magda Grigore, Flavia Ștefura and Raluca Ciocârlan.

Dutch law firm De Breij was the counsel of Nederlandse MKB for all the other aspects pertaining to BusyMachines group and have led the transaction, which was completed at the end of April 2019.

Nederlandse MKB focuses on growth by offering capital and knowledge to businesses thus providing them with the opportunity to grow faster and achieve a better market position. In the coming years, the new shareholder together with its network and strategic partners, will further support the growth of BusyMachines.

BusyMachines develops innovative tailor-made software with excellent graphic design, positioning itself as a technical partner in the development of end-to-end products. The BusyMachines team consists of 50 employees, including talented developers, project managers and designers.

20 May 2019 - MPR Partners provides all information concerning Merger Control in Romania

Having accepted the invitation extended by Legal Cross Border, our experts have provided all the relevant content for Merger Control in Romania. Merger Control allows users to automatically screen if and where merger control filings are needed, while giving a detailed overview on the outcome of the screening. In short, it is a legal information platform made by top-tier lawyers. Contributing firms include Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance and Hugues & Hugues. The Romania related content is available here, whilst all jurisdictions can be accessed from the Knowledge Base tab here.

07 March 2019 - MPR Partners is looking for a German speaking lawyer – Position filled

Due to increased activity of our consultancy department and broader client portfolio, we are currently seeking a skilled attorney (5+ years of experience since Bar admission) fluent and fully operational in German (including legal terminology). The ideal candidate should have prior experience with working directly with German clients in German language. A German speaking university law degree (e.g. any form of post-graduate degree) may be an advantage.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning team that is highly appraised by clients;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • varied high-profile clients and assignments, including lead counsel positions for multi-jurisdictional stints;
  • genuine career advancement opportunities (up to and including partnership levels) based on professional and personal qualities;
  • development of management skills.

What we are seeking:

  • practical experience of 5+ years since final Bar qualification (definitivat), out of which at least 3-4 years with a medium/large law firm (>10 lawyers);
  • thorough knowledge of corporate and commercial matters is required; further experience in any other practice area is a plus;
  • full working proficiency in English and German (written and spoken) is an absolute must, including strong knowledge of legal English and legal German;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • patience and dedication to forming junior team members;
  • LL.M or legal PhD and any other degrees in law awarded by a foreign university are a plus.

Please send your resume, language certificate(s) and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com using the subject line: German – Senior Associate Advisory.

Due to increased activity of our HR department, only selected candidates will be contacted.

07 March 2019 - MPR Partners is looking for a Front Desk Assistant – Position filled

We are looking for a communicative and neatly organized Font Desk Assistant, with excellent command of English, work management and prioritizing skills, problem solving ability and attention to detail, to handle our front desk and day-to-day administrative tasks.

No previous experience required, though basic accounting knowledge can be an advantage. This position does not involve legal support related activities.

This position involves two shifts, as follows: one week from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and one week from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm, from Monday to Friday.

Job description:

  • front office contact with clients;
  • protocol and administrative activities;
  • meetings and appointments handling;
  • handling personal issues of the firm’s associates;
  • office supplies monitoring and ordering;
  • documents filing (binding, copying, scanning);
  • drafting and translating various documents.

Please send your resume to office@mprpartners.com with the Subject line: Front Desk Assistant.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

08 February 2019 - MPR Partners extends its team

MPR Partners started 2019 with a consolidated consultancy team, following recent recruitment and internal promotion of several existing team members.

Thus, in alphabetical order, Raluca Ciocârlan, Roxana Neacșu and Flavia Ștefura joined the firm’s consultancy team.

Raluca Ciocârlan, senior associate, assists top local and international clients in commercial, corporate and M&A matters. Raluca holds a Masters degree (LL.M) in European Law awarded by Paris I Pantheon–Sorbonne University and was, for 4 years, part of Leroy and Asociații team and before, part of Bulboacă and Asociații. She is a member of the Bucharest Bar since 2003.

Roxana Neacșu, senior associate, had an ascending professional background, for 11 years within the Bucharest office of Gruia Dufaut law firm. Raluca assists numerous major clients, active in various sectors of the economy, in corporate and employment matters. She holds a Masters degree (LL.M) in European Law from Paris I Pantheon–Sorbonne University and is a member of the Bucharest Bar since 2007.

Flavia Ștefura, associate, assists clients in intellectual property, data protection and competition matters, being equally involved in employment and corporate matters. Previously a part of NNDKP and Peli Filip teams, Flavia holds a Law degree from Paris I Pantheon–Sorbonne University and is a member of the Bucharest Bar since 2012.

„Although increased work load is, without a doubt, one of the main factors for extending our team, we are always looking for talented individuals. We are proud to have by our sides talented attorneys that wanted to contribute to the development of the firm.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

„We are happy to see that lawyers with a remarkable professional route give us their trust and confidence with regard to the evolution they will have in our firm. This means that the mandates handled and the name we have built, the manner in which we have developed and the working model that we provide speak from themselves.” Gelu Maravela, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

25 January 2019 - MPR Partners, contributor to Thomson Reuters Practical Law Guide

MPR Partners provided the information for Thomson Reuters’ Practical Law Investing in… Global Guide, for the Romanian jurisdiction. Founding Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu, alongside Partner Felix Tapai provided valuable information regarding the market, the legal system, imports, structuring and tax as well as business incentives. Practical Law is an online legal know how service, providing rigorous peer reviewed resources, such as practice notes, current awareness and standard documents. The Romanian chapter is available online here, whilst the entire Global Guide is online here.

23 January 2019 - MPR Partners is looking for an entry level consultancy associate – Position filled

Our consultancy team’s client portfolio is growing, so we are looking for a talented associate at either entry level or with 0-2 years of experience. Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line: Associate Consultanță.

What we are offering:

  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, highly appraised by clients (“best of all firms in jurisdictions I have worked with” is, for instance, an eloquent client quote);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on professional and personal qualities.

What we are seeking:

  • advanced English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English terms and terminology is an absolute must;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted.

21 December 2020 - Keeping data safe in the new digital employment environment

Using the digital environment for work related activities entails risks that are enhanced by the continuous digitisation of the society. Such risks include an increase in the number of cyberattacks that can lead to security breaches, including personal data breaches. Therefore, it is important for companies to make sure that the risks mentioned above are contained and minimized. To this end, our technology and data protection specialists have released a comprehensive article on the subject, available in full here.

15 December 2020 - NIS Directive revision

Though not more than two years have passed since the Directive on security of network and information systems (NIS Directive) had to be transposed by the Member States into their national legislation, the European Commission has announced, early this year, its intention to review the NIS Directive. The initiative comes earlier than planned, due to the fact that there is a dire need to “further strengthen overall cybersecurity in the Union”. The complete article is available here.

24 November 2020 - A new round of promotions at MPR Partners

This fall, three longstanding attorneys of the firm, namely Daniel Alexie, Anca Băițan and Diana Borcean, stepped up in the MPR Partners hierarchy.

Daniel Alexie was promoted to Managing Associate. Daniel is member of the firm’s consultancy department since 2016. His practice is focused on mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, technology, data protection and consumer protection matters. Amongst the top clients successfully assisted by Daniel there is one of the world leaders in sports equipment manufacturing (Amer Sports Group, holding amongst others the Salomon brand), the German international automotive supplier Eberspächer, the major European airlines Air France and KLM, the American telecom, internet and TV group Liberty Global as well as a global company with Dutch origins, important ships manufacturer Alewijnse.

Anca Băițan was equally promoted to Managing Associate. Anca is a member of the firm’s dispute resolution department since 2016. Her practice encompasses a wide spectrum of commercial and administrative disputes as well as insolvency, restructuring and bankruptcy files. Amongst Anca’s successfully assisted clients we mention Autotehnica Fleet Services, operating the Hertz brand, Teamnet, one of the biggest IT systems integrators in the region, Astra Holding, an important German investment group, a European chain of discount concept supermarkets and Mitcham Industries, a global company active in the seismic equipment sector.

Diana Borcean was promoted to Senior Associate and she is a member of the firm’s consultancy department since 2018. Diana’s activity covers commercial and contracts, real estate and construction, corporate law and data protection. Amongst the clients assisted we mention B Braun Avitum, global healthcare company, Alpha Parking, part of the Belgian group Interparking – European leader in the development and operation of parkings, CTE Trailers, major specialized vehicles distributor and Arinvest, a Romanian investment group.

“Ever since the firm as founded we stayed true to our policy according to which results and had work are rewarded. Furthermore, flawless integration within the firm with regards to the team as well as assimilation of the firm´s values represent highly important criteria in terms of evolution and progress within the firm. Congratulations and appreciation to our colleagues for the results achieved and for their beautiful path so far.” Gelu Maravela, Founding Partner.

“We truly have a wonderful team and the dedication and professionalism shown in the current context have really impressed us. We are thrilled that in these difficult times we have managed not only to keep our entire team (in terms of number of members and fees) but even more to welcome new colleagues and promote three of our senior team members. Congratulations to those promoted at this point. We are closely and eagerly monitoring the developments in order to further promote more of our professional team members”. Alina Popescu, Founding Partner

17 November 2020 - MPR Partners assisted J. Christof E&P Services S.R.L in the cross-border notification of an economic concentration

MPR Partners assisted J. Christof E&P Services S.R.L. and Christof Private Firefighting Services S.R.L. (owned by Christof Industries Global) with the notification to Romanian and Serbian competition authorities of the economic concentration arisen from the externalization by OMV Petrom S.A. of several operations and general surface services, ancillary to extraction and production of petroleum as well as natural gas, together with the relevant assets and dedicated staff.

The outsourcing concerns surface and transport services, operation and minor maintenance, firefighting and ambulance services, field operation services, treatment facilities operation services for five lots throughout Romania. The consortium composed of J. Christof E&P Services S.R.L. and Christof Private Firefighting Services S.R.L. has been awarded two of the auctioned lots.

The merger control notifications were successful, the competition authorities from both Romania and Serbia concluding that this operation does not raise significant competition obstacles in neither of the two respective jurisdictions.

For this matter, MPR Partners allocated a team of competition specialized lawyers, coordinated by Founding Partner Alina Popescu. Senior Associate Magda Grigore and Associates Oana Săvulescu and Andreea Bădiceanu were equally part of the team. The assistance provided included the relevant competition assessments and related strategy, drafting and submitting the notification to the Romanian Competition Council, selecting the Serbian counsel and reviewing the notification submitted to the Serbian competition authority.

D&B David and Baias law firm equally assisted J. Christof E&P Services S.R.L. and Christof Private Firefighting Services S.R.L. regarding the notification submitted in Romania.
Karanovic & Partners law firm provided local assistance in Serbia with regard to the notification formalities.

12 November 2020 - MPR Partners @ GoTech World

MPR Partners announces with great pleasure and pride its attendance to GoTech World Online 2020, which has taken place on November 11 and 12, 2020. It was the biggest technology event and business hub of the year in the CEE region. Alongside key representatives of major global companies (such as Amazon, FedEx, Huawei, IBM, PwC and McAfee, just to name a few), Managing Associate Daniel Alexie and Senior Privacy and Technology Consultant Cristina Crețu hosted a presentation on the Cybersecurity Stage about how to keep your data safe in the new digital employment environment. The presentation was a success and, due to the interactive format, the speakers were able to answer live questions from the attendees. For networking purposes, MPR Partners has a state-of-the art 3D booth, in order to warmly welcome online visitors and replicate as much as possible the context of a real event. Further details about are available on the event’s website (direct link here).

06 November 2020 - MPR Partners is member of the National Council for Digital Transformation

MPR Partners has been selected out of over 600 applicants as a member of the National Council for Digital Transformation, consultative body aiming to link civil society and the Authority for the Digitalization of Romania (ADR) with regards to Romania´s digital transformation.

ADR is the state authority holding the main role in Romania´s digital transformation, which will be handling amongst others the implementation of digital flows in the respective activities of Romanian public institutions.

The National Council for Digital Transformation (CNTD) was conceived as a digital agora purported to contribute to Romania´s technological, economic and social development. CNTD´s activity is meant to support and facilitate ADR´s activity in order to achieve its goals. CNTD shall be organized in themed work groups, currently encompassing Interoperability, Governmental Cloud, Electronic identity, Digital transformation, AI and Big data, Digital abilities and Electronic invoicing. CNTD´s launch event took place at the end of October.

„We are thrilled to be part of CNTD and we look forward to actively contribute to the achievement of its long awaited and much needed goals, which should greatly benefit not only the Romanian public sector, but also individuals and businesses present in Romania.¨ declared Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of MPR Partners.

The MPR Partners dedicated team to be involved in CNTD´s activities shall be led by Alina Popescu, Founding Partner of the firm and head of the technology law practice group, alongside Cristina Crețu, Senior Privacy and Technology Consultant and co-head of the firm’s telecommunications and data privacy practice groups. The team shall include attorneys specialising in all relevant practice areas, such as technology and telecommunications law, intellectual property, data privacy, administrative law, etc. Daniel Alexie, Managing Associate, Flavia Ștefura, Senior Associate and Laura Dinu, Associate will handle the day-to-day management of the relevant matters.

Further details about ADR and CNTD are available at https://www.adr.gov.ro/

12 October 2020 - GDPR and ePrivacy Interplay

Data breach notifications were firstly introduced in 2009 by means of amendments to the E-Privacy Directive, where such data breaches occurred in connection with the provision of publicly available electronic communications service. Further on, GDPR extended data breach notification obligation to all industries. The initial scope was to have a single notification regime, as E-Privacy Directive was intended to be replaced by E-Privacy Regulation, when GDPR became applicable. Since E-Privacy Regulation has a long way until entering into force, an electronic communications provider has difficulties in navigating through two regulatory regimes when it comes to data breach notifications. The complete article, courtesy of our data privacy practice, is available here.

02 October 2020 - New rules for connection to power grids

After two stages of public consultations in which the grid connection operators became intensively involved, the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority (“ANRE”) adopted new rules for connection to the power grid. To this end, our energy specialist released a comprehensive article, which you may find in full here.

29 September 2020 - MPR Partners assists Interparking in acquiring the Bucur Obor Parking

MPR Partners was retained to provide legal assistance to the Belgian group Interparking in the acquisition of a parking in Bucharest, in the context of the client’s business expansion in Romania.
Interparking Group is present in 9 countries and over 360 cities, currently owning 783 units with over 360,000 parking spots at European level. In Romania, Interparking currently owns 5 parkings, out of which 4 are located in Bucharest (in the areas Piața Obor, Intercontinental, Piața Universității and Pipera) and one is in Timișoara. The said parkings provide over 2,500 parking spots. Interparking Group acquired the Bucur Obor Parking from Parcaj Subteran Bucur Obor S.R.L.
MPR Partners’ team was coordinated by Partner Dana Rădulescu and provided assistance with regards to due diligence, the transaction documents’ negotiation and drafting. Senior Associate Daniel Alexie and Associate Diana Borcean were equally part of the team.

“This is the second successfully concluded transaction of this nature that we have handled for our Client. Its business expansion plans do not stop at this point, as we were equally stating last year, right after the acquisition of the Timișoara Parking. This project, that post-acquisition consists in the modernizing of the parking site, contributed to an elegant, mandatory and civilized fix of the parking slots situation in Bucharest.” stated Dana Rădulescu, Partner of MPR Partners.

28 September 2020 - MPR Partners contributed anew to AmCham Romania’s Guidelines

MPR Partners’ professional team is thrilled to have contributed to another issue of AmCham Romania’s Guidelines: Process Design and Implementation of Anti-corruption Risk Control and Management System. The new edition is part of the AmCham agenda to promote ethics and integrity in business and the fight against corruption in the public and private sectors alike. The Guidelines on Process Design & Implementation of an Anti-Corruption Risk Control Management Systems is applicable to businesses irrespective of turnover and industry. The Guidelines are available on AmCham Romania’s website (Romanian an English versions) here.

22 September 2020 - MPR Partners has a technology packed year

With all the peculiarities and bizarre times triggered by this year´s pandemic context, there is no doubt that all technology related uses have significantly increased, on a global scale. Bearing this in mind and furthermore being constantly in a quest to provide irreproachable top-quality fast paced service to each of its clients, MPR Partners has made important steps, technology wise.

Thus, just recently, the firm took the decision to deploy Luminance, the leading artificial intelligence platform for the legal profession, a premiere entrance on the Romanian market. The firm was consequently able to gain an instant and unparalleled overview of their document set, with the platform instantly surfacing crucial information like key datapoints, clauses, patterns, anomalies and even hidden risks. New products and services offered to the clients are now even more cost-effective, or even feasible, than they previously were, when the firm was relying on manual review methods alone.

On the same technology side of things, at the beginning of this year Cristina Crețu joined the firm, as Senior Privacy & Technology Consultant. With over 15 years of legal experience within the legal departments of two major telecom companies and having previously worked for the National Communications Regulator (ANCOM), Cristina is a valuable addition to the team. She has a vast experience in the fields of electronic communications and technology and is equally known for her expertise in the data protection sector, having acted as DPO (Data protection Officer) for one of the largest telecom companies in Romania, previously held by Liberty Global Group.
Over the past several months, Cristina and other members of the firm´s technology department have been often invited to debates and have published numerous sector-related articles and analysis. For three years in a row, for instance, the team is the exclusive contributor of The Legal 500´s TMT (Technology, Media & Telecom) Guide, providing all major information for the Romanian jurisdiction.

On the world wide web, the firm has consolidated and enriched its presence in a constant and sustained rhythm. Besides the permanently updated website mprpartners.com, a new website for the affiliated tax division was launched, namely mprandtfinance.com. Furthermore, taking into consideration the development and rich activity of several of its key departments, the firm has recently released two blogs, for competition and for environmental matters. A technology blog is close to being launched as well. The two blogs are accessible in the Knowledge tab, on the firm´s website. Even more, in the same tab, the firm has created a Covid-19 section, where numerous articles have been posted, containing useful information in this difficult context, freely accessible courtesy of the firm´s professionals.

There is more to go, until the end of the year, and there is naturally more to come. The firm has ambitious plans to further develop digitally, and one oh this fall’s highlights is its presence on the Cybersecurity stage of the prestigious GoTech World (online) event, that is scheduled to take place this November.

Quick access links: Luminance, MPR&T Finance, Competition Blog, Environment Blog

11 September 2020 - The Romanian draft law on the authorisation of 5G technology manufacturers and its effects on competition: a challenge for mobile operators and competition regulators

A draft law on measures relating to information and communication infrastructures of national interest and the conditions for the implementation of 5G networks was launched on August 4, 2020 for public consultation by the Ministry of Transportation, Infrastructure and Communications and slightly revised on September 2, 2020. The Draft Law purports to regulate the authorisation of manufacturers of technologies, equipment and software for 5G networks. Our specialists released a comprehensive material related to the matter, which includes considerations in relation to the EU 5G Toolbox, the infringement of the electronic communications legislation, the draft law’s potential to negatively affect competition and trade between Member States, structure of the competition on Radio Access Network markets and much more. The article is available in full here.

29 August 2020 - MPR Partners at Realitatea TV

Our Senior Privacy & Technology Consultant Cristina Crețu was invited to Realitatea TV Channel in order to attend the Deschide Lumea (Open the world) TV show. The show depicts the world as it currently is and more importantly, it shows as it should be. The matter in discussion, which Cristina professionally approached, was 5G technology – how it works, what novelties it brings and what we should know about it. The recording of the show is available in full here.

14 August 2020 - Romania: Privatization on hold

In May 2020, a group of Romanian senators have proposed a legal enactment to prohibit the sale of shares owned by the Romanian state for a two-year period. Such proposal has been motivated based on the erratic economic fluctuations generated as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures imposed as a result of the same, including the State of Emergency imposed by the President of Romania, in force at the moment when the legal enactment was proposed. As this is of major importance for the M&A sector, our experts have released an article on the above, which is available in full here.

01 August 2020 - Novelties in the public procurement sector

Despite the constant update of the public procurement legal framework, the Romanian authorities have signalled several issues related to the public procurement contracts granted to certain companies, in circumstances which are not able to comply, in all cases, with the general principles of transparency and equal treatment. On July 24, 2020 Law no. 148/2020 for the completion of Law no. 98/2016 on public procurement has been enacted. Consequently, our professionals have released an explanatory material, available in full here.

21 July 2020 - What are Romania’s plans with the 5G technology?

MPR Partners supported the organizing of Ziarul Financiar’s technology event, which took place entirely online, due to current pandemic context. The event had an impressive panel of speakers such as public authorities, sector regulators and representatives of local operators. Or firm was represented by Senior Privacy and Technology Consultant Cristina Crețu. Interesting statements were made, such as the one of Mr. Eduard Lovin, Vice-president of the National Authority for Management and Regulation in Communications (“ANCOM”), who said that “if we want as a country to have the 5G auction by the end of this year so that the mobile operators to enter into the possession of their 5G spectrum licences, it is mandatory that by September, the latest, to be published in the Official Gazette, the Government Decision setting the starting prices and the payments calendar, along with the legislation related to the cybersecurity conditions and the one related to the risk assessment”. Mr. Sabin Sărmaș, President of the Romanian Authority for Digitalisation stated that “We already cohabit with the data transmission technology, but 5G will be more intrusive and it is normal for many other types of risk associated to a technology that will be very present in our lives in the future to appear and to be debated, to pay attention to criteria and to the security of our citizens, because this is what we are talking about. We need to make sure that the citizen, that is the beneficiary of every type of service of this kind, can use it in full safety” and added “I think that the biggest advantage of the 5G technology is the digital inclusion for the Romanian citizens.”. Mrs. Silvia Dinică, member of the Committee for communication and information technology of the Romanian Senate stated that „taking into account the fact that the elections are coming and the political scene is quite turbulent now, any discussions [our note: related to 5G technology] should be held in specialized committees and there should be agreed cross-party. These rules, in order to gain support, must be discussed very clearly and I think it is possible. The Parliament represents the place where we all shall work and ignore the ideology of the parties and look at this issue from a technical point of view and from the perspective of this economic recovery that we want. The arguments are there, they are not political arguments and we just need to roll up our sleeves, sit at the table and agree to this set of rules. The sooner the better.”. Mr. Dragoș Preda, State Secretary in the Ministry of Transports, Infrastructure and Communications concluded that „the augumented reality, the virtul reality, the smart cities – all these new technologies in the 5G area alone have produced an international economic impact of EURO 13 billion and 22 million new jobs so far. I make these clarifications in order to show the entire economic value that this new technology will bring for the Romanian market, somewhere at EURO 4 billion in the coming years. These things can become a reality by interconnecting all areas of Romania”.

15 July 2020 - Amendments to the regime of PPAs in Romania

Although in 2012 Romania banned the execution of power purchase agreements by direct negotiations, imposing that all wholesale transactions be concluded on the centralized market operated by the Operator of the Electricity and Gas Market Opcom, the Romanian authorities have recently made several important amendments to the PPAs’ regime. The amendments are summarized in an article published by our energy specialists, which is available in full here.

13 July 2020 - Simplifications concerning corporate law and the business environment

After a long and drawn out legislative process commenced in 2017, Law no. 102/2020 amending and supplementing the Companies Law no. 31/1990 has finally entered into force on July 5, 2020, setting in place major changes to the corporate regulatory framework. Our corporate law team have released an article on the above-mentioned matter, which is available in full here.

07 July 2020 - MPR Partners about the European Green Deal Investment Plan

On 11 December 2019, the European Commission presented the European Green Deal, with the aim that European Union becomes the first climate – neutral bloc in the world by 2050. Our environment specialists prepared an article on the subject and it is available in full here.

01 July 2020 - MPR Partners expands its team

Besides a richer client portfolio and an increase of the mandates number, this first half of the year added new valuable members to MPR Partners’ team. Cristina Crețu and Mihaela Nyerges joined the firm starting with January and March, respectively.

Cristina Crețu has over 15 years of legal experience and has been, throughout the years, within the legal departments of two major telecom companies, having previously worked for the National Communications Regulator (ANCOM). She has a vast experience in the fields of electronic communications and technology and is equally known for her expertise in the data protection sector, having acted as DPO (Data protection Officer) for one of the largest telecom companies in Romania, previously held by Liberty Global Group.

Cristina Crețu has joined the firm as Senior Privacy & Technology Consultant.

“Besides the undisputed professional experience, Cristina adds value to the high-quality consultancy services we provide to our clients in the fields of technology, electronic communication and data protection. Furthermore, given the wealth of experience she has as in-house, Cristina can liaise efficiently and perfectly understand the needs of our clients. For all these reasons, we are very happy to have her onboard.” stated Alina Popescu, Founding Partner.

“After so many years as in-house, I am glad to have the opportunity to use the amassed experience to offer consultancy services to clients. The decision to join MPR Partners came naturally, furthermore since I thus have the chance to work with former university colleagues, with whom I share the same values and desire to provide top quality services to clients.” said Cristina Crețu

Mihaela Nyerges has over 15 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate and commercial law, regulatory and compliance as well as in niche sectors such as energy and natural resources. She has assisted major energy operators in developing major investment projects in the energy generation (from conventional and renewable sources) and has been involved in the in the drafting of legislation in the electricity trading and generation of power from renewable energy sources. Throughout her career, Mihaela assisted governmental authorities, publicly held companies as well as domestic and international private entities in a wide variety of legal matters and coordinated multidisciplinary teams in complex projects. Prior to joining MPR Partners, Mihaela worked at Țuca, Zbârcea & Asociații and Mușat & Asociații.

Mihaela Nyerges has joined the firm as Managing Associate.

“Mihaela is an excellent professional who joined our firm at the perfect moment when the requests for those practice areas she excels in have started to multiply. We are happy to have her by our side for working in major projects together.” added Gelu Maravela, Founding Partner.

“I am thrilled to enter a new professional stage alongside lawyers that have as essential values professionalism, rigor and close attention to clients’ needs. I am convinced that together we will strengthen the firm’s position in the fields of energy and natural resources as well as mergers and acquisitions.” declared Mihaela Nyerges.

24 June 2020 - MPR Partners

MPR Partners announces the cessation of the professional partnership with the attorney Ioan Roman, as well as the consequent change of the firm´s name and logo. The rest of the team, the irreproachable quality of the services, client care and orientation remain unchanged. The official pages of the firm remain equally unaltered.

15 June 2020 - Supporting measures for the Romanian business environment

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Romanian authorities enacted several tax measures in order to prevent the business environment from collapsing. Our professionals put together a comprehensive article concerning Government Emergency Ordinance no. 90/2020, which focuses on addressing the potential economic blockage caused by Romania’s decision to suspend certain activities so that the spread of COVID-19 could be slowed down. You can access the entire article, courtesy of our firm, here.

12 June 2020 - MPR&T Finance launches its brand new website

MPR Partners’ affiliated Tax Advisory House has just finalized and launched its new website. MPR&T Finance is led by Felix Tapai and Gelu Maravela, internationally reputed professionals who coordinate a team of specialists in tax advisory and legal matters. They provide state-of-the-art advice in tax advisory and compliance matters and due to the significant experience possessed, tailor-made tax advice is provided to all clients in a flexible and timely manner, constantly bringing a competitive advantage in transactions unfolding at an international level. Further information about MPR&T Finance is available here.

04 June 2020 - Law firms and technology

Founding Partner Alina Popescu is happy to have been one of the speakers in a webinar focusing on one of the most important topics of the industry: Legal Technology. Given the current difficult and uncertain circumstances due to the worldwide pandemic context, the use of technology is of paramount importance. Legal professionals are faced with the challenge of adapting and reinventing the business models and procedures, thus a webinar detailing current legal tech opportunities was a subject warmly welcomed by the audience. The webinar was hosted by International Business Law Consortium (IBLC) for its members and two other professionals from top firms were speakers alongside Founding Partner Alina Popescu. Further information about the IBLC is available here.

26 May 2020 - MPR Partners about bilaterally negotiated Power Purchase Agreements

As a direct consequence of the COVID-19 outbreak and the consequent measures implemented by the Romanian State, the economic growth process has experienced a short to medium term slowdown, impacting the labour market and subsequently household income. Nowadays, the Romanian Government claims that a declining tendency has been noticed regarding wholesale prices for electricity, especially in the short term. In order to address this issue, inter alia, the Romanian Government enacted Government Emergency Ordinance no. 74/2020. Our professionals prepared the attached article, detailing the main legislative changes generated by the said Ordinance and you can access it in full here.

22 May 2020 - MPR Partners authors the Competition Compliance Romania Guide

Our competition experts have contributed to this year´s edition of Lexology Getting the Deal Through Competition Compliance Guide, providing all key information for the Romanian jurisdiction. As scrutiny from competition authorities intensifies and fines for non-compliance reach record levels, Competition Compliance ensures that the legal toolkit necessary to plan, implement and maintain the robust compliance programme organisations need in complex multinational marketplaces. Topics covered include: standards and guidance for compliance programmes; how to demonstrate commitment to competition compliance; risk identification, assessment, mitigation and review; managing risk when dealing with competitors; leniency programmes; market dominance; competition compliance in mergers and acquisitions; investigations; implementing or amending a compliance programme in settlement negotiations; corporate monitorships; and infringement notification duties. The complete guide (currently covering 20 jurisdictions) is available here.

12 May 2020 - MPR Partners shortlisted for Benchmark Litigation Awards 2020

We are happy that the activity and team of our dispute resolution department have yet again been recognized by the researchers of Benchmark Litigation, as our firm has been shortlisted for this year’s Awards. Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers, that provides law firm and lawyer rankings based on extensive interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists and their clients as well as analysis of the market’s most important cases and firm developments. Although this year due to the coronavirus outbreak the Awards are not organized live, we look forward to the moment when the winners are revealed. The complete shortlist is available here.

11 May 2020 - MPR Partners about the new tax measures in pandemic context

The evolution of the national and international epidemiological situation determined by the COVID-19 outbreak, along with the establishment of the state of emergency within the territory of Romania on March 16, 2020 and the subsequent extension for another 30 days of the same, determined the Romanian Government to adopt a series of new tax measures, mainly aimed at increasing the cash flow both at the level of public and private entities. Our tax experts have prepared a comprehensive article about the aforementioned measures, which you can read in full here.

06 May 2020 - MPR Partners about medical devices’ authorization

In the context of the new Covid-19 pandemic spread worldwide, the need to ensure medical equipment services is among the priorities in Romania. To this end, our pharmaceuticals and healthcare team drafted an article regarding the norms for the authorization of activities in the field of medical devices, which you can read in full here.

24 April 2020 - MPR Partners proposes amendments to draft bill on corporate law

Considering that the Draft Emergency Ordinance on certain measures related to corporate law has been launched for public debate and proposes various measures aiming to help Romanian companies in the Covid-19 outbreak context (for example, the possibility for holding virtual shareholder meetings even if such possibility is not reflected in the company’s articles of incorporation), our specialists have proposed further amendments in this regard, for the purpose of assisting companies with other formalities that are difficult to achieve in the current context. The said amendments are contained in an article, accessible here.

09 April 2020 - MPR Partners about the new airline code

The New Airline Code is by far one of the most important national regulatory instruments, being designed as an integrated civil-military air code, flexible enough to allow the application or implementation of the present and future European regulations. By enacting the New Airline Code, Romania seeks to establish which are the attributions of the authorities responsible for civil and military aviation, as well as the competences of other institutional bodies in the field of aviation safety and security. In addition, clear regulations regarding the national airspace have been implemented, as well as obligations related to the operation of unmanned aircrafts and environment protection in the field of civil aviation. The complete article, courtesy of our regulatory department, is available in its integrity here.

30 March 2020 - MPR Partners about emergency state insolvency

In view of the evolution of the international epidemiological situation caused by the spread of Coronavirus, which determined the pandemic declared by the World Health Organization, on March 11, 2020, the Decree no. 195/2020 on imposing the state of emergency on the territory of Romania has been adopted. By Decree, a series of urgent measures with an exceptional character were taken in the social, economic and justice fields, on one hand, in order to limit the infection with Coronavirus and, on the other hand, to diminish the negative effects on the economy. Our insolvency specialists thus prepared a comprehensive material on the subject and you can access it, in its integrity, here.

13 February 2020 - MPR Partners is the recipient of two of Lexology’s Client Choice awards

MPR Partners’ both founding partners have been awarded in the 2020 edition of the prestigious Lexology Client Choice Awards.

Established in 2005, Client Choice Awards recognize those law firms and partners around the world that stand apart for the excellent client care they provide and the quality of their service. The criteria for this recognition focus on an ability to add real value to clients’ business above and beyond the other players in the market.

Unlike other awards, you can be nominated for the Client Choice Awards programme only by corporate counsel. This year, according to the organizers, over 2,500 nominations were received.
Alina Popescu was designated as the exclusive winner of the Competition & Antitrust category for Romania. Alina was praised by her clients for offering excellent customer care and tailored advice as well as for her responsiveness.

Gelu Maravela was recognized as the exclusive winner of the M&A category for Romania. He was praised by his clients for his ability to develop close and efficient working relationships, being known on the market for his expertise and great project management skills.

The Client Choice 2020 Awards Ceremony took place last week in London.

Further information about this year’s awards can be found at https://www.clientchoice.com/

16 November 2021 - Alina Popescu shortlisted for European managing partner of the year

MPR Partners is delighted to announce that Founding Partner Alina Popescu, has been shortlisted at The Lawyer European Awards 2021, in the ‘European managing partner of the year’ category. Judges of The Lawyer European Awards 2021 stated: ¨In particular this MP stands out in finding new opportunities in times of potential adversity; seeing the next levels of strategic importance and attracting talent to deliver on that. Here we have someone running ahead and taking the rest of the firm along. Great leadership instead of just keeping the boat afloat¨. Alina commented: “It has been a very challenging year and we have all worked extremely hard to make sure that both our team and our business thrived during the pandemics. Making our London office become reality from a bold idea a few months back represents a major achievement. And this is just the first out of a series of brand growth and business development moves planned. Needless to say that this accolade is not only mine but the entire team’s and we are honoured and thrilled to be shortlisted for such a major award.” The complete shortlist is available here. This year’s ceremony will be held virtually on Wednesday, 1 December at 2pm GMT, which can be viewed via the link here.

05 November 2021 - MPR Partners assists Aegean Airlines in acquiring the majority stake in Animawings

MPR Partners successfully assisted Aegean Airlines in becoming the majority shareholder of Animawings, a Romanian leisure operator.
The acquiring of the majority shareholding was accomplished in two successful stages, one in early 2020 (25% of shares), by share transfer and the latest just recently (26% of shares), by a share capital increase. Aegean Airlines currently owns 51% of Animawings.
Assistance provided included overall assessment of the endeavour, conducting complex due diligence, advice in establishing the majority shareholding acquisition legal strategy, drafting and revising the transaction documents based on various scenarios, conducting negotiations involving Animawings’ second shareholder, MCP Holding, as well as in implementing the client’s call option to acquire the majority shareholding.
The matter was complex as the airline sector possesses numerous particularities and nuances, which require specialised assistance, furthermore being a niche, highly regulated sector.
MPR Partners’ team was coordinated by Founding Partner Alina Popescu and Partner Dana Rădulescu and consisted of Managing Associate Daniel Alexie, Senior Associate Diana Borcean and Associates Oana Săvulescu and Sonia Benga.
Further information about this transaction is available on Animawings’ official website at https://animawings.com/en/press-media-gallery

04 November 2021 - MPR Partners is now a member of RWEA

MPR Partners are proud to announce our membership to Romania Wind Energy Association (RWEA). RWEA is actively involved in the national and international policy and the dialogue on regulations, communication, research and analysis regarding the extension of renewable energy sources, being the voice of energy transition and the wind energy industry in Romania. RWEA’s member companies currently represent 2700 MW of Romania’s 3000 MW installed wind power. We are committed to actively contribute to RWEA’s goal and pave the way for a sustainable transformation of the Romanian energy system. More information about the association is available here: https://rwea.ro/en/news/

26 October 2021 - MPR Partners involved in an event supporting the victims of sexual crimes

MPR Partners is proud to sponsor an event organized by the Association for the Victims of Sexual Crimes, in partnership with the High Institute for Magistrates. The event takes place between October 26, 2021 an October 29, 2021 and it is an intensive program regarding the evaluation of the validity of sexual abuse depositions of children. The event benefits of the presence of two German specialists, alongside Romanian professionals. The program is dedicated to prosecutors and psychologists and it is a wonderful initiative, seen that in Romania, currently, more than 85% of sexual abuse depositions from children are dismissed due to lack of evidence, before even reaching a prosecutor. More information is available here.

25 October 2021 - MPR Partners awarded anew at Client Choice Awards 2021

MPR Partners’s founding partners have been awarded anew in this year’s edition of the prestigious Lexology Client Choice Awards.
Established in 2005, Client Choice Awards recognize those law firms and partners around the world that stand apart for the excellent client care they provide and the quality of their service. The criteria for this recognition focus on an ability to add real value to clients’ business above and beyond the other players in the market.
Unlike other awards, you can be nominated for the Client Choice Awards programme only by corporate counsel.
Alina Popescu was designated again as the exclusive winner of the Competition & Antitrust category for Romania. Alina was praised by her clients for providing comprehensive and best analysis, for offering excellent customer care and tailored advice as well as for her responsiveness.
Gelu Maravela was recognized once more as the exclusive winner of the M&A category for Romania. He was praised by his clients for his ability to develop close and efficient working relationships, being known on the market for his expertise and great project management skills even in the most complex cross-border matters.
The two founding partners have been equally awarded last year in the same categories, during the Client Choice 2020 Awards.
Further information about this year’s awards can be found at https://www.lexology.com/clientchoice

23 September 2021 - MPR Partners awarded for international reach

During a Gala organized by Entrepreneur Club publication MPR Partners was awarded for the expansion endeavours undertaken recently. Founding Partner Alina Popescu was interviewed by the said publication with regards to the opening of the London Office and the reasoning behind it, differences between the Romanian and British legal systems and other interesting aspects pertaining to current context and business potential. The complete interview (in Romanian) is available here.

08 September 2021 - EBA’s new AML guidelines

Founding Partner Gelu Maravela recently authored an article which was originally published in Thomson Reuters’ Regulatory Intelligence, with regards to the European Banking Authority’s new Anti-Money Laundering provisions. Developments in technology, together with globalisation, have been accompanied by the proliferation of certain types of misconduct, with instances of fraud sometimes appearing to increase on a daily basis. In an effort to improve competent authorities’ and financial sector operators’ understanding of the anti-money laundering (AML) regulatory framework, on August 2 the European Banking Authority (EBA) launched a public consultation paper on draft guidelines regarding the policies and procedures in relation to compliance management, and the role and responsibilities of the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance officer under Article 8 and Chapter VI of Directive (EU) 2015/849 (the guidelines). The complete article, initially published By Thomson Reuters is available here or, directly on Thomson Reuters’ website here.

26 August 2021 - The Romanian corporate income tax grouping – Now up and running

In addition to existing tax facilities such as the non-taxation of distributed dividends or of capital gains, as well as the tax grouping for VAT purposes, the newly implemented fiscal unity system contributes to the Romanian tax jurisdiction becoming increasingly appealing for holdings and groups of companies facing various development stages and profitability. The complete article of our professionals is available in full here.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for junior lawyers

Between groundbreaking technology matters, major M&A deals, real estate & infrastructure projects, pharma & healthcare mandates, day-to-day corporate assistance and so on, our consultancy department needs more hands and brains to help us continue to provide top-quality advice to our major international and local clients. We consequently have three openings for year 1 junior lawyers, who are eager to learn and jumpstart their business law careers.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous internships or experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Junior.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for a corporate-commercial lawyer

Our corporate-commercial client portfolio has exponentially increased, so we consequently have one opening for a highly qualified lawyer with 2 to 5 years of experience in corporate and commercial matters, including contract review and negotiation. Experience in other consultancy practice areas is not a must but is definitely welcome.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year accolade at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two 2020 Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • market level remuneration package plus benefits;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject Corporate.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for competition lawyers

We are known to have completed some of the most interesting and complex competition matters unfolded under Romanian and European provisions and our competition client portfolio is growing. We are consequently looking for a passionate and thorough competition lawyer with 2 to 7 years of experience to join our successful department, coordinated by one of our Founding Partners.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two 2020 Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care, including for our Competition practice;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in competition law and/or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in the competition department of a firm ranked by major directories and/or a competition authority constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • market level remuneration package plus benefits;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Competition.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners team undergoing expansion

On a background of substantial work load increase and new office life dynamics, we are actively recruiting in order to grow our team and fill in our recently expanded elegant office area.
We are currently seeking fully qualified competition and corporate/commercial professionals, eager-to-learn junior lawyers for our advisory department as well as front desk/office assistants, in addition to the recent litigation, real estate and employment/corporate openings (some of them successfully filled).
Besides the general traits referred to below, all positions have their particularities.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two 2020 Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) for lawyer positions are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards;
  • particular aspects depending on the position concerned; to this end, we invite you to visit our Careers section and, should any of the positions open suit you, to please send your CVs and letters of intent as indicated at the bottom of each recruitment post.
    • What we are offering:

      • attractive remuneration package;
      • high profile clients and assignments;
      • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
      • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
      • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
      • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

      Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for senior tax consultant – Position filled

Due to consistent client portfolio growth, we currently have two openings within our tax firm, one for a professional with 3 to 5 years of experience and the other for a senior tax consultant with over 5 years of experience. Further experience in accounting is a major advantage. You will be involved in complex, challenging and interesting tax and accounting matters for major international and local clients.

Who we are:

  • independent business advisory (legal, tax, insolvency) firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • our tax practice has been repeatedly recognized by The Legal 500 international directory;
  • recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • Economic University degree in accounting or finance is mandatory;
  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of financial English is an absolute must;
  • previous experience in a tax or accounting firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • strong knowledge and practice of transfer pricing matters constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, speakers opportunities, publications of articles, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Tax.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 August 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for front desk/office assistants – Position filled

Besides being our first point of contact with the outside world, our Front Desk Assistants are key members of our team. They are crucial parts of the overall office management processes and know a bit about other support departments (marketing, financial, office management and accounting). We are currently looking for two front desk assistants, to join our neatly organized office activities.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • repeatedly awarded and internationally recognized;
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two 2020 Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), as most of our clients and part of our suppliers are international and you will need to liaise with them on occasion, either face-to-face or through telephone, as well as draft certain administrative correspondence;
  • openness to continuous development, as work is cross-departmental (it may involve assistance to marketing, financial, office management and/or accounting departments);
  • no previous experience is required, but eagerness to learn and adapt is a must;
  • knowledge of a second international language is a plus;
  • Master degrees (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • elegant corporate environment to work in;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Front Desk.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

17 August 2021 - Enacting telemedicine in Romania

What started out as a temporary solution to the pandemic became permanent when telemedicine was incorporated into Romanian Health Law through Government Emergency Ordinance no. 196/2020, amending and supplementing Health Law no. 95/2006, which came into force on November 19, 2020. GEO no. 196/2020 only regulates telemedicine in broad terms, and the adoption of implementation norms by Government Decision remains necessary. Although the norms were supposed to be adopted within 45 days of the enforcement of GEO no. 196/2020, no such norms have been yet adopted. Our specialists published a comprehensive material on the matter, which is available in full here and was initially published here.

23 July 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for real estate and employment associates – Position filled

Our client portfolio is rapidly growing, so we consequently have two openings for associates with two to three years of experience in real estate matters and/or employment. Experience in corporate and/or contract law and/or regulatory matters would be a major advantage.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • Recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Associate Real estate or Associate Employment, depending on which of the two positions you are applying for.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

22 July 2021 - MPR|Partners awarded at FinMedia’s Top Lawyers’ Gala

We are proud to share that MPR|Partners has just received no less than five awards at the XIth Top Lawyers’ Gala organized by FinMedia in Bucharest, for both the firm’s and firm’s lawyers’ achievements.
MPR|Partners was presented with the Award of Excellence for Technology Developments throughout 2020, following its numerous initiatives in this respect. These have included amongst others:

  • implementing the AI platform Luminance, a premiere entry on the Romanian market;
  • developing in-house solutions for providing automated assistance;
  • actively participating to the drafting of national legislation in technology related matters;
  • drafting numerous articles and publications in the field and creating a specialized technology blog;
  • further developing its specialized team in this sector;
  • assistance provided to a substantial number of large and mid-sized technology companies.

In addition, several senior members of the team have been acknowledged for their outstanding activity in important and growing practice areas of the firm such as:

  • TMT & Data Protection Award of Excellence presented to Cristina Crețu, Senior Privacy and Technology Consultant;
  • Insolvency, Litigation and Arbitration Award of Excellence presented to Anca Băițan, Managing Associate;
  • Telecom, IT, Consumer protection Award of Excellence presented to Daniel Alexie, Managing Associate; and
  • IP/Intellectual property Award of Excellence presented to Flavia Ștefura, Senior Associate.

The Top Lawyers’ Gala is purported at awarding reputed lawyers with the most relevant experience, who are achieving results and high-performance levels in the most important areas of business law throughout the preceding year. Furthermore, special awards are presented to law firms for their entire activity within the profession.

25 June 2021 - Green light for developers of green power generation capacities

The second part of the year 2020 was marked by a very intense regulatory activity carried out by the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority, including the licensing of various new activities in the energy field such as activity of the electricity aggregator, the development and operation of electricity storage installations, as well as development and operation of new installations for hydrogen generation, thus paving the way for the performance of such activities. Our recent article, with regards to the latest regulations amended and or replaced, is available in full here.

23 June 2021 - MPR|Partners is looking for litigators – Position filled

We currently have two openings for experienced commercial and administrative litigators, one with 3 to 5 years of experience and the other with more than 5 years of experience. Further experience in insolvency, employment and/or real estate would be a major advantage. You will be involved in complex, challenging and interesting cases for major international and local clients.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • shortlisted for Dispute resolution Law Firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation 2019 awards;
  • recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Litigation.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 May 2021 - The CJEU Advocate General’s opinion in case-392/19 – A step into supplementing European jurisprudence on web linking

On September 10, 2020, Advocate General Maciej Szpunar delivered his Opinion in Case C 392/19 VG Bild-Kunst v Stiftung Preußischer Kulturbesitz, where a request for a preliminary ruling was lodged with the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU” / “Court”) on May 21, 2019. On March 9, 2021, the CJEU delivered its judgement in the case. Apart from certain divergent aspects, the CJEU decision is in line with the Opinion of Advocate General Szpunar. At the same time, by reinforcing the rights of copyright holders in the context of automatic linking, the decision shows the continued commitment of the European institutions to interpret the law as to offer authors a high level of protection. The complete article is available here.

13 May 2021 - Changes impacting the leasing legislation

There have been some recent changes and novelties in the leasing sector. Amongst the novelties is the elimination of the enforceability of the leasing agreements concluded with a consumer, changes regarding the deadline within which the lessors/financiers may exercise the right to request the termination of the Consumer Leasing Agreements and amendments concerning the consequences related to the breach of obligations by tenants/users under the Consumer Leasing Agreements. Our team members prepared an article, which you may find in full here.

11 May 2021 - Save the date: Independent EU law firm opens its first UK office

We are delighted to announce that MPR Partners, a multidisciplinary law firm with a focus on commercial law and a strong presence in the CEE, is finalising the process for the opening of its first London office in the City.

The London office is headed by the firm’s co-founder and co-managing partner Alina Popescu, with the objective to support clients with operations across the UK and the EU, bridging the geographical gap during the Brexit transition and beyond.

The official launch of the London office, along with a new, dedicated website, are planned for Spring 2021.

Alina Popescu commented: “2021 has so far been dedicated to finalising the launch of our new London office, with continued growth in the future. We see a wealth of opportunities in London and hope to start local hires soon enough. Meanwhile, our vast experience in managing legal teams, our highly proficient existing base, our AI capabilities and a very extensive network of contacts worldwide will allow us to successfully and cost effectively handle any mandate. Our international recognition to date and the outstanding feedback from our international clients, many of whom were hoping for us to expand abroad, give us the confidence that the opening of a London arm is the right move at this stage of our firm’s development. London has always been our benchmark in terms of quality of service and competitiveness. With Brexit and the ensuing opportunities, the new office is a natural step forward that will meet our existing clients’ demand for law firms with international presence and hopefully help us to tap into new markets.”

Gelu Maravela, co-founder and co-managing partner, added: “We are thrilled to be opening an international office in London, a visionary city that boasts unparalleled legal expertise and a huge potential for business. This is to some extent a personal satisfaction, from my years of study and previous positions in the UK, which has always been like a second home. Personal story left aside, however, the peculiar context we have been living in for over a year has made us realise the ever growing importance of innovation, transboundary reach, on-site approach and accessibility. Though it may seem like an ambitious move at this time, looking back at the numerous achievements of our past years together, MPR Partners has always been a bold firm to begin with – and we do not plan this to change anytime soon. We are deeply grateful to all our partners for their support in making this happen.”

Further information will follow upon the official inauguration of the MPR Partners London office.

28 April 2021 - The cybersecurity competence centre starts to take shape

In the recent years, cybersecurity has become one of the crucial areas that the European Union decided to invest in to get fit for the digital era. In order to acquire leadership and autonomy in this field, the EU takes steps to develop competencies, capacities and capabilities. One step in this regard is represented by the draft regulation establishing a new EU body – the European Cybersecurity Industrial, Technology and Research Competence Centre, which has been adopted on April 20, 2021 by the Council of the EU. Our specialists freshly released the attached article on the topic, accessible in full here.

21 April 2021 - Romania – Measures taken amid the Covid-19 pandemic

Romania has entered a state of alert as of May 18, 2020, in order to contain the spread of and fight against the effects of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, known as SARS-CoV-2. The state of alert has been maintained until present. Our experts prepared this high level summaries of some of the main provisions of certain legal enactments and measures taken by Romania in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic, which may be of interest for the business environment. The overview refers to various aspects such as movement restrictions, activities’ continuation, relationship with authorities, pharma and healthcare, employment, tax, financial support measures, etc. The document is fully accessible here.

14 April 2021 - The Romanian draft law on 5G technology under strong criticism from both public authorities and private stakeholders

The Draft law on the adoption of certain measures concerning informatic and communications infrastructures of national interest and the conditions for deployment of 5G networks initiated by the former Ministry of Transportation, Infrastructure and Communications has undergone a new series of examinations from the relevant public authorities as part of the legislative procedure. Although the formal endorsements have been issued, several authorities, i.e., the Ministry of Justice , the Competition Council , the Economic and Social Council and the Legislative Council have made critical observations on essential aspects that seemed to have been entirely ignored by the initiators of the 5G Draft Law. Our experts have freshly released a material on this topic, that you can access in full here.

09 March 2021 - Further amendments to the Romanian Fiscal Code

After the issuance of Law no. 296/2020 for the amendment and completion of the Fiscal Code, the Romanian Government deemed necessary to add further amendments to the Fiscal Code, mostly for correlation and clarification purposes. Our experts’ complete article is available in full here.

17 February 2021 - Credit institutions’ amendments, approval and notification

Our regulatory team released the third article of the credit institution’s authorization series. In follow-up to our summary regarding the preliminary evaluation for the banks’ authorisation and our summary regarding the information and documentation to be submitted by a bank in order to obtain authorisation from the National Bank of Romania (NBR), hereafter are the main amendments regarding banks that need to be approved and registered by NBR, once authorised. The complete article is available here.

08 February 2021 - European Union’s new cybersecurity strategy

Cybersecurity is at the forefront of the European Union’s efforts to build a resilient, green and digital Europe. In this respect, in December 2020, the European Commission and the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy presented the European Union’s new Cybersecurity Strategy for the Digital Decade. Our specialists prepared an article on the topic, which you can read in full here.

04 February 2021 - Authorization procedure for Banks in Romania

Our regulatory team released the second article of the credit institution’s authorization series, detailing the information and documentation to be submitted by a bank in order to obtain authorisation from the National Bank of Romania. The article is accessible in full here.

01 February 2021 - Updates of the Romanian criminal procedure law – procedural safeguard of children

Given the importance of human rights in general and children rights in particular, the European Union has considered that the international treaties do not offer an adequate level of protection of minors during criminal trials, and therefore, a common legal framework is necessary. A comprehensive article on the matter is fully available here.

27 January 2021 - New regulations for the authorization of credit institutions

Credit institutions prospecting the entry on the Romanian market will need to conduct a complex assessment in order to determine whether they meet the criteria subject to the National Bank of Romania’s evaluation. Our team members freshly released an article concerning the new regulations for the authorization of credit institutions and the preliminary requirements thereto, fully available here.

21 January 2021 - Loading NIS directive 2.0 for higher cybersecurity protection

Given that the landscape of threats has significantly expanded, it comes as no surprise that the European Commission has proposed a revised version of the Directive concerning measures for a high common level of security of network and information systems across the Union. The Proposal has been published by the Commission on December 16, 2020 and has now reached the preparatory phase in the European Parliament. A final version might be adopted in the earlier months of 2021. Further information is available in the complete article here.

18 January 2021 - Electronic signatures in construction, architecture and urbanism

As it is the case with many sectors given the pandemic context which made the need for digitalization obvious, competent authorities were led to adopt several measures in this regard. In this context, the Romanian Government adopted Government Emergency Ordinance no. 140/2020 for the establishment of measures regarding the use of electronic documents in the fields of construction, architecture and urbanism, which regulates the general framework for the use of electronic signatures for purposes of issuing approvals, permits and authorizations by the competent authorities, as an alternative to the physical format of the same. Full article of our regulatory team is accessible here.

14 January 2021 - Romania: updates of the mining law

After three years of debate in the Parliament, a new law for amending and supplementing the existing Mining Law has entered into force on December 17, 2020. It aims to overcome certain legal and economic issues, trying to give Romania’s mineral resources their deserved value. Our team prepared an article on the matter, available in full here.

11 January 2021 - Romanian Fiscal Code amendments

Our tax experts address in an overview a series of beneficial fiscal changes to the Romanian business environment, applicable starting with January 1, 2021. Complete article is available here.

15 November 2022 - MPR Partners awarded threefold at Lexology’s Client Choice Awards 2022

This year three of MPR Partners ‘ specialists have been designated winners during the prestigious Lexology Client Choice Awards. Hence, congratulations for the awards received by Founding Partner Gelu Maravela (#mergersandacquisitions in Romania, third year in a row), Partner Anca Băițan (#Restructuring & #Insolvency in Romania ) and Senior #Privacy and #Technology Consultant Cristina Crețu (Telecoms & Media in Romania).
ClientChoice is different from every other award in that it receives nominations from clients, with no involvement from the law firms during the process. This year there were over 2,500 nominations received, according to Lexology officials and, since our team members were designated winners, they added that this represents a testament to the services provided to clients. Further information about Client Choice awards is available at https://www.lexology.com/clientchoice
Gelu Maravela has over 20 years of experience in the legal profession, being ranked amongst the most prominent lawyers in Romania. Throughout his practice, Gelu has been lead counsel in a large number of high value projects and has worked for an outstanding number of high profile corporations doing business in Romania as well as for many public authorities, being praised for his results-driven, business-oriented approach, negotiation skills and multi-angled strategic thinking, which have paid striking results in some of the most sensitive and/or sub-leveraged matters. Gelu holds a wide ranging expertise in mergers & acquisitions, having been involved in some of the largest deals closed in Romania, including privatizations and all forms of private dealings in the field.
Anca Băițan is a key member of the Restructuring & Insolvency team. She is also well-versed in representing clients in litigation and arbitrations. She represents companies from various key industry sectors before relevant institutions such as courts of law, arbitral tribunals, central and local authorities, etc. Anca’s expertise equally extends to insolvency matters, as she handles for both creditors and debtors a wide range of services including debt recovery, insolvency procedures, representation before courts, elaborating the strategy for the commencement of the insolvency procedure and through the reorganization procedure, etc.
Cristina Cretu has over 16 years of experience in the TMT sector. She has worked with the Romanian telecom regulatory authority (ANCOM), has been a regulatory expert with Deutsche Telekom’s Romanian subsidiary as well as a regulatory manager and data protection officer with Liberty Global in Romania, and is now a Senior Technology and Data Protection Consultant with MPR Partners’ Bucharest and London offices. Cristina is also a Vice Chair of the AmChams Data Protection Task Force, she co-heads the firm’s task force on the Romanian National Council for Digital Transformation and is part of the European Data Protection Board “Support Pool of Experts” List.

06 October 2022 - MPR Partners supports The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Romania

MPR Partners is a proud partner of this year’s Global Forum, hosted by The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Romania. Taking place in Cluj-Napoca, Forum 2022 will bring together international leaders from 130 countries and territories to plan the future growth of the Award worldwide. Founding Partners Gelu Maravela and Alina Popescu stated: “We decided to be a part of this phenomenon inspired by the spectacular history of the program, by the way it changes pathways at a global level and equally by the people behind it, who make everything possible. We are glad to contribute and join the people who build the future with the help of today’s non-formal education. Young people need support, shaping and encouragement in order to discover their passions, irrespective of their economic and cultural environment or their ease of accessing resources.” During the Forum, the theme “Support Infinite Potential” will discuss challenges affecting young people today, how the Award can help and how to reach all young people between the ages of 14-24 years, giving them access to the Award to positively impact themselves and their communities. The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award champions non-formal education which focuses on developing the wider ‘soft’ – or life – skills that help young people ensure they are ready for the world. When paired with a formal education, it provides a fantastic foundation for a young person to thrive. Further information about the wonderful Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is available here: https://dofe.ro/en/

03 October 2022 - EU level updates regarding energy regulation

There is a new legislative project to be adopted at European Union level, namely the Proposal for a Council Regulation on an emergency intervention to address high energy prices. The Proposal comes in the context of the energy crisis caused by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and aims to tackle the rising energy prices by a series of temporary measures adopted at the European Union level. Our professionals analysed the main actions to be implemented according to the Proposal. The complete article is available here.

06 September 2022 - Gelu Maravela Highly Regarded Leading Lawyer & MPR Partners ranked anew

Founding Partner Gelu Maravela has been ranked in IFLR1000’s 31st edition of Leading Lawyers as Highly Regarded for his M&A expertise, and recognized for his activity in the Healthcare sector. It is the fifth year in a row that he has been bestowed with the ranking. The firm continues to be recognized in IFLR1000’s M&A rankings, alongside other important names on the market. The IFLR1000 has been producing legal market intelligence since 1990 and remains the only international legal directory dedicated to ranking law firms and lawyers on the basis of financial and corporate transactional work.

01 September 2022 - State aid for investment – manufacturing industry

Romania has recently launched a State aid scheme for the purpose of encouraging investments in the manufacturing industry, with view, on the one hand, to overcome current extensive labour shortages and the diminished trade flows to and from Ukraine caused by the armed conflict therein, and, on the other hand, to facilitate access to new international markets. In this respect, our competition professionals released an article, available in full here.

17 August 2022 - Updates on Trade Registry and Companies’ Law

On July 26th, 2022, Law no. 265/2022 regarding the Trade Registry and for amending and supplementing certain legal enactments impacting the registration in the Trade Registry has been published in the Official Gazette of Romania (“Law 265/2022”). The new legislation will enter into force on November 26, 2022. In the sections below, we will present the main novelties and amendments brought by Law 265/2022. The complete article is available here.

09 August 2022 - New legislation on representative offices

On August 4th, 2022, Ordinance no. 18/2022 on the authorization and functioning of representative offices of foreign companies and economic organizations in Romania (“GO 18/2022”) adopted by the Romanian Government has been published in the Official Gazette. GO 18/2022 represents the first change of Romanian legislation on representative offices adopted since 1990, thus bringing much needed updates in the field, including as regards the means by which the procedure will be undertaken, namely via a digital platform. Registering a Romanian representative office implies the payment of an authorization tax amounting to EUR 1,000 per year. The complete article is available here.

27 May 2022 - MPR Partners in an EUR 83 million acquisition

MPR Partners assisted V-Ridium in the recent acquisition of a 45 MWp solar park, located in Giurgiu County, Romania, which is part of the expansion strategy of the Portuguese listed energy company GreenVolt.

MPR Partners provided assistance throughout all stages of the project, including a complex due diligence, the bidding process, the structure of the transaction, the mark-up and negotiation of the transaction documents and all other M&A aspects. Our involvement also included assistance and advice related to the acquisition finance and refinancing of the project on the borrower side.
The dedicated team, which provided corporate, M&A, regulatory, energy, financing, real estate and permitting assistance was coordinated by Partner Dana Rădulescu and consisted of Partner Daniel Alexie, Senior Associates, Diana Borcean and Flavia Ștefura and Associates Oana Săvulescu and Sonia Benga. Founding Partner Alina Popescu coordinated all antitrust and foreign direct investment work pertaining to the deal.

31 March 2022 - Key aspects about investing in Romania now available

Consistent research and involvement from all of our team members have led to a useful product that we are proud to put at your disposal. Key aspects about investing in Romania is an overview of some of the aspects we think of importance when considering expanding your business and/or starting fresh in Romania. Detailing Romania’s positioning, alliances, economic growth, tax incentives, real estate as well as things to improve (just to name a few), the guide offers a starting point to making a first consistent impression with regards to the business landscape. The guide is available for online reading on our London office’s website here and on the top right corner of the same page, a full guide download option is available.

21 March 2022 - MPR Partners ranked anew in Chambers and Partners

MPR Partners’ Dispute resolution department is ranked anew by the reputed Chambers and Partners in the Europe 2022 edition. Researchers concluded that “MPR Partners offers a dispute resolution practice that represents clients in a number of disputes before Romanian courts and international arbitration tribunals. The law firm is experienced advising on bankruptcy proceedings and employment disputes, as well as on contentious mandates relating to administrative and public procurement matters. The team also offers expertise in transactional and real estate disputes, and has additional skills in pre-litigation and settlement procedures. Notable practitioners: Gelu Maravela is a key contact within the department.” This year’s rankings are available here.

22 February 2022 - MPR|Partners is looking for accountant

Due to consistent client portfolio growth, we currently have one opening within our tax firm for an accountant with 2 to 5 years of experience. Membership with Experts Accountants and Authorized Accountants Body (CECCAR) is a major advantage. You will be involved in complex, challenging and interesting accounting and tax matters for major international and local clients.

Who we are:

  • independent business advisory (legal, tax, insolvency) firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • our tax practice has been repeatedly recognized by The Legal 500 international directory;
  • recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • Economic University degree in accounting or finance is mandatory;
  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of financial English is an absolute must;
  • previous experience in a tax or accounting firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, speakers opportunities, publications of articles, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Tax.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

18 February 2022 - MPR Partners attends a real estate round table

Senior associate Alina Badea alongside other five leading real estate lawyers in Romania sat down for a virtual round table moderated by CEE Legal Matters Managing Editor Radu Cotarcea. The conversation focused on the current state of affairs in the real estate sector, looking at who the main players are, the hottest assets, deal-making trends in the sector, and more. The podcast is available here and transcript of the round table is available here.

11 January 2022 - MPR Partners promotes two to partnership in Bucharest

MPR|Partners started the year with two partnership promotions in Bucharest, giving a new impetus to its corporate, financial services, dispute resolution as well as IT teams.
Daniel Alexie has been promoted to partnership and he specializes in corporate M&A as well as financial services, regulatory matters and IT. He has been with MPR|Partners since 2016 and has been admitted to the Bucharest Bar in 2014. He currently serves a client portfolio consisting of global companies, major international investment groups, financial services companies and international law firms. Daniel holds an LL.M in Business Law from Bucharest University and has been bestowed Finmedia’s Telecom, IT, Consumer protection Award of Excellence in 2021. He is a frequent contributor to high profile national and international legal publications.

Anca Băițan has been promoted to partnership and she holds considerable expertise in the fields of insolvency, bankruptcy, litigation and arbitration, in both national and international cases. She has been with the firm since 2016, having been admitted to the Bucharest Bar in 2013. She has successfully handled a large number of disputes for international and local corporations, public authorities, State owned companies and NGOs. She holds an LL.M in Private Law from Bucharest University and has been bestowed Finemdia’s Insolvency, Litigation and Arbitration Award of Excellence in 2021. She is a frequent contributor to high profile national and international legal publications.

“We have considerably strengthened our practices these past years and welcome the contribution of our new partners to the firm’s management. This is wonderful, well done to all of our colleagues, we salute their experience in relation to the workload ahead.” Gelu Maravela, Founding Partner

“I am convinced that this year is going to be filled with achievements and further developments on both local and international levels. Our firm acknowledges and rewards its team members’ efforts and encourages career development. Congratulations to all promoted and warm welcome to our new partners to the senior management ranks.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner

20 November 2023 - MPR|Partners is looking for newly qualified lawyers

Have you just successfully completed the final exams and you are a fully qualified lawyer? First yet, congratulations! Do you have experience in consultancy matters in a variety of practice areas, mainly corporate, real estate and energy? Well then, you might consider joining our firm, in order to give a boost to your business law career. We need to widen our ranks in order to handle our groundbreaking technology matters, major M&A deals, real estate & infrastructure projects, pharma & healthcare mandates, as well as impressive green energy cases, for our major international and local clients.

We consequently have openings for fully qualified lawyers, who are eager to perfect their business law careers.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • multiple practice areas ranked and recognized by famous international directories (Best Lawyers International, IFLR, the Legal 500, Chambers and Partners);
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • recipients of several Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider;
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous internships and/or experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Consultancy.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

19 October 2023 - MPR|Partners is looking for litigators

We currently have an opening for mid-level experienced litigators, with 5 years of experience, willing to evolve and develop their careers within our interestingly busy Dispute Resolution Department. Administrative and commercial litigation are key experience focuses, but further experience in construction and insolvency would be a major advantage. You will be involved in complex, challenging and interesting cases for major international and local clients.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • shortlisted for Dispute Resolution Law Firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation 2019 awards;
  • recipients of seven Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care; practice areas awarded include restructuring and insolvency, mergers & acquisitions, competition as well as data protection;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas (including dispute resolution as well as restructuring and insolvency) ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.);
  • representing Romania in two ICSID cases.

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package and benefits;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • fair promotion opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to build a strong professional profile based on PR and marketing initiatives ensured by the firm;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

You may send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Litigation.

27 September 2023 - Pharma advertising in Romania

The pharmaceutical sector is highly regulated. Given the important consequences that consumption of medicines may have on human health, Romania has implemented specific rules regarding advertising such products. While there are many ways in which the public is informed about the characteristics of medicines, not all of them constitute advertising. For example, under Romanian law labelling, non-promotional correspondence to answer specific questions regarding medicines, general information on human health that does not refer to medicines, informative notices and materials relating to, for example, packaging changes, adverse reaction warnings that are part of general drug administration precautions, trade catalogues and price lists, provided that they do not include any promotional statements, are not deemed advertising. Founding partner Gelu Maravela and managing associate Flavia Ștefura released the attached article, addressing rules, sanctions and requirements with regards to medicine advertising in Romania. The article is available in full here.

21 September 2023 - MPR|Partners is looking for consultancy lawyers

Final Bar exams successfully over and you equally possess around two years of experience in a variety of practice areas? Between groundbreaking technology matters, major M&A deals, real estate & infrastructure projects, pharma & healthcare mandates, as well as impressive green energy cases, our consultancy department needs more hands and minds to help continue to provide top-quality advice to our major international and local clients.

We consequently have openings for definitive lawyers, who are eager to learn and perfect their business law careers.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • multiple practice areas ranked and recognized by famous international directories (Best Lawyers International, IFLR, the Legal 500, Chambers and Partners);
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • recipients of several Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider;
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous internships and/or experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Consultancy.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

23 August 2023 - Finally, Romania is getting there! The contracts for difference, another step in the decarbonation process

The Ministry of Energy recently published for public consultation the draft Government Decision for the implementation and operation of the Contracts for Difference (CfD) support mechanism for low carbon technologies. Through this enactment, the Romanian Government establishes the general legal framework governing the implementation and operation of the support mechanism through contracts for difference meant to foster priority investment in technologies for the production of energy from onshore and offshore wind resources, solar photovoltaic resources, hydro resources, nuclear resources, hydrogen and energy storage systems. Founding Partner Gelu Maravela released a comprehensive article on this particular topic, detailing key terms of the CfD scheme, key tender requirements as well as requirements to be met. All the information is available here.

05 May 2023 - MPR|Partners on the shortlist for Law Firm of the Year Award

Following a thorough research period which included analysis of direct submissions and much deliberation, MPR|Partners has been shortlisted within the Women in Business Law Awards EMEA 2023, for Eastern Europe Firm of the Year Award.

Currently at their eighth edition, the Women in Business Law Awards celebrate the most ground-breaking achievements by the region’s leading female lawyers as well as the most progressive law firms and in-house teams in terms of their gender policies, advocacy, and support of women in the practice of law.

Supported by IFLR (International Financial Law Review), ITR (International Tax Review) and Benchmark Litigation (brands part of the Euromoney portfolio, now rebranded as “Delinian”), the Women in Business Law Awards aim to honour women in the forefront of legal work in business law and those firms that have produced initiatives and programmes to support and encourage women and diversity within the industry.

According to the officials with regards to the research and nomination process, a dedicated research team then conducts a series of peer review interviews – face-to-face and over the phone – with leading female practitioners across multiple areas of law and jurisdictions verifying much of the information provided. The team equally incorporates other research from within the group in order to further refine the results i.e. magazine survey results / directory analysis, etc.
“We are very happy with this recognition and we are proud of being shortlisted. Our entire team and our clients take full advantage of the fact that we have developed strong innovative practices and projects that highlight gender diversity. Since we have founded the firm, almost a decade ago, we have been constantly encouraging the growth of women talent. I look forward to attending the awards ceremony in London.” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner MPR Partners and MPR Partners LLP.

Further detail about the Women in Business Law Awards (including the shortlist) is available at https://awards.womeninbusinesslaw.com/EMEA

07 April 2023 - Going digital – Romania’s Government cloud secondary legislation in place

It is no secret that Romania is the EU Member State with the least digitised services in the public administration. But that is about to change. Having secured funding from the EU through the NextGenerationEU program, Romanian political leaders wish to create a secure and consolidated cloud infrastructure for the central administration institutions. Our tech team released a comprehensive article, explaining cloud resources, legal framework and much more. The article is available in full here.

23 March 2023 - MPR|Partners about Digital Operational Resilience Act or “DORA”

Our professionals released a comprehensive article, with regards to a recent European level adopted regulation, aiming to achieve a high level of digital operational resilience for regulated financial entities. Such entities include credit institutions, payment institutions, account information service providers, electronic money institutions, investment firms and crypto-assets service providers, just to name a few. In order to comply with the DORA requirements by the time the same shall apply (starting with January 17, 2025), Financial Entities and ICT Third Party Service Providers will arguably require to assess (preferably together) currently used ICT systems, perform gap analysis and adjust contractual arrangements. The complete article is available here.

09 March 2023 - MPR|Partners is looking for litigators

We currently have an opening for experienced commercial and administrative litigators, with 2 to 5 years of experience.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • shortlisted for Dispute resolution Law Firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation 2019 awards;
  • recipients of seven Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care; practice areas awarded include restructuring and insolvency, mergers & acquisitions, competition as well as data protection;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas (including dispute resolution as well as restructuring and insolvency) ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm`s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package and benefits;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • fair promotion opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to build a strong professional profile based on PR and marketing initiatives ensured by the firm;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

You may send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Litigation.

It may be the case that, due to a potentially high number of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

01 March 2023 - MPR|Partners strengthens management levels in Bucharest and London

MPR|Partners started the year with one partnership promotion in the firm’s London office and two managing-level promotions in Bucharest, thus strengthening the leadership layer of several of the firm’s star practice areas. Announced internally at the end of last year, all promotions are effective starting on March 1, 2023.

Cristina Crețu has been promoted to partnership in London. She is a seasoned technology law and data protection expert, with 20 years of experience in the TMT sector. She has worked with the Romanian telecom regulatory authority (ANCOM), has been a regulatory expert with Deutsche Telekom’s Romanian subsidiary as well as a regulatory manager and data protection officer with Liberty Global in Romania, and is now a Senior Technology and Data Protection Consultant with MPR Partners’ Bucharest and London offices. Cristina is also a Vice Chair of the American-Romanian Chamber of Commerce’s Data Protection Task Force, she co-heads the firm’s task force on the Romanian National Council for Digital Transformation and is part of the European Data Protection Board ”Support Pool of Experts” List. In both 2022 and 2023 she has been bestowed the Lexology Client Choice Award for her Data Protection expertise. Cristina joined the firm in January 2020. Such is her reputation in the TMT space that she is frequently interviewed by national TV channels and other mainstream media channels on matters related to her areas of expertise.

Flavia Ștefura is now a managing associate with the firm’s Bucharest office, having over 10 years of experience in the legal space. She is a key member of the firm’s technology and life sciences practice groups, being primarily involved in IP, technology law, data privacy, competition and consumer protection matters. She has previously been part of top tier Romanian law firmsand currently advises high-profile clients active in various industry sectors, such as technology, life sciences, retail, FMCG, banking and finance. Flavia received the Intellectual property Award of Excellence, during Finmedia’s (major local publishing house) Top Lawyers’ Gala 2021 and is a constant contributor to international and local publications as well as webinars host, having (co)authored over 20 guides and articles pertaining to technology, IP and data privacy matters. Besides her LL.B from Paris I Pantheon–Sorbonne University, Flavia holds an LL.M in European Intellectual Property Law, Stockholm University, Sweden. She joined the firm in November 2018.

Diana Borcean is now a managing associate within the firm’s Bucharest office, her main areas of focus being real estate and construction, energy and natural resources, as well as corporate and M&A. Diana singlehandedly dealt with major transactions in various industry sectors and skillfully coordinated the legal team involved. Diana is at the forefront of developments in her areas of focus, and is regularly invited to author articles and other pieces for important publications. Diana is a member of the Corporate Governance and Real Estate Committees of the American Chamber of Commerce in Romania (AmCham Romania). She joined the firm in November 2018 and she looks forward to expanding her knowledge and expertise in M&A field by being involved in more exciting and challenging projects.
„We continuously work to strengthen our firm and its position on the market and being able to grow from within our own ranks is just splendid. It proves that hard work and efforts truly pay off. Congratulations to our colleagues for their professional development.” Gelu Maravela, Founding Partner

„These promotions are great news for both of our offices and I believe that the rest of the year is going to be very busy in Bucharest and London alike. Well done to my colleagues for their achievements and keep up the good work!” Alina Popescu, Founding Partner

10 February 2023 - MPR|Partners is looking for junior lawyers

Between groundbreaking technology matters, major M&A deals, real estate & infrastructure projects, pharma & healthcare mandates, day-to-day corporate assistance and so on, our consultancy department needs more hands and brains to help us continue to provide top-quality advice to our major international and local clients. We consequently have two openings at our Bucharest office for year 1 junior lawyers, who are eager to learn and jumpstart their business law careers.

Who we are:

  • independent business law firm with offices in London and Bucharest;
  • recipients of Highly Commended (Runner-up) European Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2018 accolade; Eastern Europe and the Balkans Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2018; Romania Law Firm of the Year award, at The Lawyer European Awards 2017;
  • recipients of two Lexology Client Choice Awards awarded by in-house counsels for excellence of service and outstanding client care;
  • professional legal, tax and insolvency services provider with practice areas ranked by the most reputed international legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, Best Lawyers International, etc);
  • proud holder of an impressive portfolio of major global clients (important names in numerous sectors such as technology, air transport, automotive, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, energy, telecommunications, financial services, and many more);
  • constant contributor to reputed international publications and professional platforms (such as The World Bank Group, Thomson Reuters, International Comparative Legal Guides, Lexology – Getting the Deal Through, Sweet and Maxwell, etc.).

What we are seeking:

  • proficiency in English (written and spoken), including strong knowledge of legal English is an absolute must;
  • LL.M and any other degrees in law or economics (ideally awarded by a foreign university) are a plus;
  • previous internships or experience in a firm ranked by major directories constitutes an advantage;
  • openness to continuous professional training, team spirit and adaptability to firm’s policies and high standards.

What we are offering:

  • attractive remuneration package;
  • high profile clients and assignments;
  • career advancement opportunities based on both professional and personal qualities;
  • the opportunity to work with an award-winning highly professional team, repeatedly praised by its clients for the services provided and impeccable approach to matters;
  • continuous education opportunities (through attendance to professional events and courses, drafting of articles and consequent publication thereof, through the firm’s media channels and partners);
  • work environment centred on strong ethics, integrity and team spirit.

Please send your resume and letter of intent (explaining why you chose to be part of our team and what motivates you in your legal career) to office@mprpartners.com. Please use the subject line Junior.

Due to high number of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

02 February 2023 - MPR|Partners counsel to the buyer of two solar parks

MPR|Partners assisted V-Ridium in the recent acquisition of two photovoltaic parks with a combined production capacity of 6 MWp from two separate privately owned companies. The multimillion-euro transaction, signed in October 2022 and closed on January 18, 2023, is the next step in the local expansion strategy of the Portuguese-listed energy company GreenVolt.

MPR|Partners provided assistance throughout all stages of the transaction, including complex due diligence, the structure of the transaction, the mark-up and negotiation of the transaction documents and all other M&A aspects. Our involvement also included assistance and advice related to the notification to the Competition Council.

The dedicated team, which provided corporate, M&A, regulatory, energy, competition, real estate and permitting assistance was coordinated by Partner Dana Rădulescu and consisted of Partner Daniel Alexie, Senior Associates, Diana Borcean and Flavia Ștefura and Associates Oana Săvulescu and Sonia Benga. Founding Partner Alina Popescu coordinated all antitrust and foreign direct investment work pertaining to the deal.

13 January 2023 - Romania: Financing Cinematography

Romania benefits from being one of the EU countries with lower cinematographic production costs, and that is why it is on the radar of many international studios. The cumulative annual turnover of the film industry in Romania is approximately EUR 53 million, derived mainly from foreign productions in Romania. A complete article, detailing means of financing, initially published in CEE Legal Matters Magazine is available here.

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