Andronic and Partners hired Bianca Chera from Filip & Company in February 2025, enhancing its employment practice to serve a broader range of clients.
Employment in Romania
Andronic and Partners
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Clifford Chance Badea
Clifford Chance Badea bolstered its labour and employment offering with the addition of litigator Remus Codreanu from Kinstellar in September 2025. He joins a team led by Ecaterina Burlacu.
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DLA Piper Dinu SCA
A cross-practice approach and collaboration with its global network of employment teams bolsters the employment practice at DLA Piper Dinu SCA, whose sizeable team in Bucharest includes several practitioners specifically dedicated to labour law. The full-service offering covers implementation of employment terms and sector-specific regulations; collective negotiations with unions; terminations; employment components of cross-border transactions; and the full range of disputes. At the helm of the practice is Monica Georgiadis. Andra Trantea draws on early career experience in finance law to assist with transactional employment matters. Elena Monica Preoțescu is particularly strong in disputes, and Paula Anghel regularly advises on investigations and disciplinary cases, as well as terminations in various guises.
Praxisleiter:
Monica Georgiadis
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andra Trantea; Elena Monica Preoțescu; Paula Anghel
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‘The collaboration with DLA is truly unique because of the combination of speed, precision, and depth they bring to their work. The team is fantastic — their responses are always very fast, prompt, and completely on point, with every piece of advice carefully referenced and backed by solid legal reasoning. What sets them apart is not only their broad legal expertise but also their personal approach. They tailor their knowledge and recommendations specifically to the company they work with, taking into account business context and industry needs.‘
‚Potential clients will appreciate that DLA does not simply focus on what is legally compliant in a given situation. Instead, they advise based on “good practices” and share forward-looking guidance to help avoid future problems. This proactive, best-practice-driven approach ensures that businesses not only comply with the law but are also positioned for sustainable, risk-free growth.‘
‘What makes the individuals at DLA stand out is the combination of deep legal expertise, accessibility, and a truly personal approach. Each of them brings exceptional professionalism and knowledge, but also a unique way of tailoring their advice so that it is directly relevant to the business context.‘
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Filip & Company
The client base of Filip & Company features some of the foremost employers in Romania, as well as international companies, local entrepreneurs, and public institutions. It has an excellent track record in some of the country’s most notable employment law disputes, as well as assisting clients with the full suite of advisory work. Practice head Ioan Dumitrascu has led the team for more than 15 years and has vast experience in collective bargaining, reorganisations, and technical contentious matters. For employment law disputes, Cristina Tudoran is the contact to note. Alexandru Moraru is an additional name to note, advising on labor and commercial law matters, as well as assisting with disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Ioan Dumitrașcu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Cristina Tudoran; Alexandru Moraru
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‘Very good business understanding with applicable legal advice with practical solutions.’
‘Cristina Tudoran is the partner who is very close to our business, understanding the specifics and offering solutions in due time and which are easy to be implemented.’
‘Collaboration is exceptional – very prompt, clear and with an approach that means the client can take an informed and clear decision. People’s attitude in the firm stands out. Outstanding professionalism is at high standards every time.’
Kernmandanten
L’Oréal
Zentiva
Beko
British American Tobacco Trading Romania
British American Shared Services (Europe) S.R.L.
RETIM
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- Assisting L’Oréal with employment-related matters, including disciplinary and performance issues, internal policy reviews, and personnel structure adjustments in response to business changes.
- Assisted Zentiva with strengthening its organisational structure by clarifying reporting lines and decision-making authority, advising on sensitive personnel matters, overseeing internal investigations, and supporting conflict resolution.
- Advising British American Tobacco Trading and its group companies on specific employment matters, including terminations, disciplinary actions, performance management, teleworking, holiday balance issues, internal policy reviews, and dispute resolution.
Magda Volonciu and Associates
Magda Volonciu and Associates is one of the standout employment law boutiques in Romania, its stellar reputation built on specialist assistance and representation that covers the full range of contentious and advisory matters. It is the destination of choice for a wide range of top international companies operating in the local market, including leaders in energy, banking, electronics, automotives, and food and beverages, among other sectors. Practice head Magda Volonciu is regarded by clients as 'by far the best' for matters spanning industrial relations, as well as individual employment matters, and related litigations. Her team includes Corina Radu, who leads the international side of the offering, due to her extensive experience in cross-border work, and Stefania Stanciu, who assists with both consultancy and litigation from the firm’s Constanța office.
Praxisleiter:
Magda Volonciu; Corina Radu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Stefania Stanciu
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‘Great team, great leader, solid knowledge, business oriented approach, always looking for solutions.’
‘Magda Volonciu is by far the best in employment and labour law. She is energetic, has a very good sense of humour balanced by diplomacy and a business-oriented approach. She is able to identify the need behind the need and her national and international exposure allows her clients to put things in proper context and have benchmarks in terms of decisions to be taken.’
‘The team is very professional and very experienced in dealing with any topics related to labour law. They are also very effective in court.’
Kernmandanten
OMV PETROM GROUP
MOL ROMANIA
FENGMEI NEW ENERGY AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
FRIGOGLASS ROMANIA
DP World Romania (Constanta South Container Terminal)
URSUS BREWERIES part of ASAHI EUROPE BREWERIES GROUP
BERGERAT MONNOYEUR ROMANIA
COPELAND ROMANIA
ARRISE (PRAGMATIC PLAY)
EMPLOYERS ORGANIZATION CONCORDIA
TUBORG ROMANIA
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES “MATEI BALS”
TORO ROMANIA
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- Advised an oil and gas industry group during collective negotiations with trade unions.
- Advised a global provider of financial intelligence solutions on a cross-border M&A transaction involving employees across various jurisdictions.
Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen
Employment is one of the major pillars of Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen, built as a standalone offering and utilising offices in Bucharest, Timisoara and Cluj-Napoca to offer easy in-person counsel to companies at the heart of the full range of Romania’s major industries. It receives instructions from both domestic and international companies at the top of their respective markets. Roxana Abrasu heads the department and is well versed in advice on an employment law specific basis, as well as leading the employment component of broader advice on restructuring projects or M&A deals. Ionut Stancu is an additional key contact for employee restructurings and collective agreements. Both Daniel Stancescu and Flavia Danciulescu are developing broad practices across employment law.
Praxisleiter:
Roxana Abrasu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ionut Stancu; Daniel Stancescu; Flavia Danciulescu
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‘The NNDKP team is professional, very flexible and creates dynamic interdisciplinary groups to satisfy the client’s needs. They are experienced, have an excellent knowledge of both the theoretical and practical aspects of the matter at hand, are very responsive and able to get the job done in a timely manner.’
‘Quick understanding of the business. Creative problem-solving. On-time and analytical advice. Excellent knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of the matters. Attention to detail.’
‘The collaboration with NNDKP is distinguished by its deep specialisation in Romanian labor law, particularly in high-impact areas such as collective dismissals, workforce restructuring, and employment litigation. Their legal guidance consistently balances compliance with strategic business needs, making them a trusted partner for sensitive HR transformations.’
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Vernon | David
Vernon | David's expertise spans contentious and advisory work, with the firm’s M&A team closely collaborating with its labour and employment experts on related matters such as reorganisations and TUPE, and litigation handled along with investigations and collective bargaining. Daniela David is the highly experienced practice head who leads the majority of high-profile matters for major clients, supported by Laura Danescu, a dedicated labour and employment practitioner with a focus on labour negotiations, collective dismissals and disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Daniela David
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Laura Danescu; Dumitru Curti
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‘The team at Vernon | David are dedicated to understanding the issue we present to them and are focused on delivering solutions that are practical. They do not give theoretical answers or just quotes from laws and regulations, they offer all the necessary information for optimal decision making and then see the project through to implementation. They are ready to assume responsibility for their interpretations and clearly indicate grey areas, helping us negotiate through a challenging legal environment and understand the risks we face.‘
‚They are direct, competent and reliable, I recommend them without reservations. The combination of skills in the labor area, ethics and compliance area and investigative skills has proved invaluable in challenging situations.’
‘Daniela David is one of the most experienced and sophisticated labour lawyers in Romania.‘
Kernmandanten
Amring Pharmaceutical
Banca Transilvania
Oracle
Intesa SanPaolo Bank
Raycap Corporation
Code Crafters by BT
Spearhead
Xannat Minerals (Top Farm)
Artrom Steel Tubes
Exelia
Alpha Bank
Agrics group
Salt (former Ideea Bank)
Tiriac Leasing
LPP Fashion Romania
Silverback
LPP Logistics
Coforge
TechVentures Bank
Naya Life Sciences
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- Advising Banca Transylvania on the merger process with OTP Bank Romania SA, providing comprehensive support to ensure full compliance with labour law requirements.
- Advised Agrinatura SRL on a complex reorganisation process aimed at increasing operational effectiveness and improving cost efficiency for the company.
- Represented Artrom SA in the aftermath of a fatal workplace accident, which led to labour authority sanctions, including a fine and a written warning for alleged breaches of health and safety obligations.
Bondoc si Asociatii SCA
Bondoc si Asociatii SCA makes for a reliable choice of counsel for companies requiring complex employment law advice, and is accomplished in assisting those operating in Romania’s most heavily regulated industries. The team acts on contentious and advisory matters, covering the gamut of work, from contracts, regulations and collective bargaining, to group redundancies and labour litigations. Daniela Gladunea is a business law all-rounder whose expertise includes dispute resolution, bolstering her ability to lead the full range of matters. Her team includes Oana Dănilă, who has niche strength in employment work with a nexus to the natural resources sector employment work, and litigator Alexandru Golu.
Praxisleiter:
Daniela Gladunea
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oana Dănilă; Alexandru Golu
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‘Extremely knowledgeable, adaptive thinking, fast understanding of the specific context.’
‘Very customer oriented, always available, confident, reassuring.’
‘As a company, working with Bondoc si Asociatii SCA for a long period of time has created a strong relationship and a deep knowledge of the company’s business and structure, therefore the lawyers can advise is while having in mind also what works best for us as a company, not just from a pure legal perspective. We appreciated the flexibility and pragmatism for addressing employment matters.’
Kernmandanten
Merck Sharp & Dohme Romania
Nolato Romania
GDRomania
ENRX
GPV ROMANIA PRODCOM SERV
Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities (AIPG)
Clubul Fermierilor Romani pentru Agricultura Performanta
Aptiv Technology Services & Solutions
Token Payment Services
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- Advised Mehiläinen Group on Romanian employment law implications in connection with the acquisition of Regina Maria, a major provider of private medical services.
- Successfully acted for the Romanian subsidiary of Koç group, a major Turkish industrial and services group, in disputes with former employees, having at their core the validity of employer communication of prior notice to the dismissed employees.
D&B David si Baias SCA
The full-service employment law offering at D&B David si Baias SCA is particularly strong on the contentious side of the practice area, and its clients benefit from the firm’s close association with the PwC network, which bolsters its assistance with litigation and matters bridging tax and labour law. Dan Dascălu is a specialist litigator and labour lawyer with extensive experience in Romanian and European law. He co-leads the group with Anda Rojanschi, who has a focus on transactional matters and assists with the labour law components of such. Sonia Balanescu has strength in matters relating to workforce strategy, compliance, and restructuring. Marius Barbu and Cosmina Mieila are additional names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Dan Dascalu; Anda Rojanschi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sonia Balanescu; Marius Barbu; Cosmina Mieila
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‘We are satisfied with their advice and explanations, they are always available for calls if needed, to keep things simple. We trust them for the labour advice we are asking for.’
‘We mostly collaborate with Sonia Balanescu. Her advice is valuable and to the point. We are happy working with her.’
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Kinstellar
Kinstellar's notable presence across the CEE region includes an employment law offering that covers all bases, with the Bucharest office standing out as Romanian counsel of choice to a number of multinationals. Following the departure of Remus Codreanu in August 2025, the practice is now led by Rusandra Sandu, a transactions expert with substantial expertise in employment law, including coordination of TUPE proceedings, individual and collective dismissals, and collective labour agreements. Lidia Zărnescu is building a particularly strong practice in labour litigation, and Andrada Popescu is an additional employment-focused lawyer to note.
Praxisleiter:
Rusandra Sandu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lidia Zărnescu; Andrada Popescu
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‘Fast responses, legal knowledge.’
‘Great partnership and know-how, fast response, understanding of client needs.’
‘Kinstellar, and in particular Lidia Zărnescu, were incredibly helpful concerning the recent closure of one of our facilities. They were very knowledgeable on all aspects of the employee relationship in Romania, provided reasoned advice, and were also strategic in their planning. We could not be happier with the legal advice provided.’
Kernmandanten
Gameloft Romania and Gameloft SE
BP2 Sp. z o.o., VSS SRO and IMPRO SRL
MasterCard
Temenos Romania
Premier Research Germany Limited
Quantios Management Services Limited
Open Text Cooperatief
Sphera UK Holdings Limited and Sphera UK Holdings Limited Londra Sucursala Bucureşti
Canadian Nuclear Partners S.A.
Bitpanda GmbH
British American Tobacco UK Limited
Harman International Romania SRL
Las Vegas Sands Corp.
RTX A/S
Tech Mahindra Limited India Sucursala Bucuresti
Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited & CBN International Europe S.R.L.
Bristol Myers Squibb
Stada Group
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- Advising Gameloft Romania on two collective dismissals.
- Advising the Romanian subsidiary of Temenos on a TUPE transfer, teleworking arrangements, employment terminations, internal investigations, collective bargaining agreements, employment tax issues and other day-to-day matters.
- Advising the Romanian subsidiary of Open Text Cooperatief on internal regulation, GDPR, health and safety in the workplace, disciplinary procedures and day-to-day employment issues.
Musat & Asociatii
Longstanding full-service offering Musat & Asociatii is equipped to serve as a one-stop-shop for clients across business law matters, including employment law issues arising at any point in the lifecycle of a company. It also has strength in dispute resolution, acting in the full range of terminations, as well as breach of confidentiality, harassment, and discrimination cases. At the helm of the practice, Mihai Popa has particular skill in sensitive issues relating to the termination of top management and executive positions, in additional to broad experience in the full range of employment law issues. Simona Anton stands out from a deep pool of more junior lawyers, and has EU law expertise which is a boon for multinational clients.
Praxisleiter:
Mihai Popa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Simona Anton; Dragoș Lungu; Oana Lupu; Evelina Mieisor-Grecu
Kernmandanten
Transocean
Purolite
Open Text
Gilead Sciences
Electrolux
Marelli
Dover Corporation
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- Assisting US-based Transocean with 5500 global employees in connection to the Neptun Deep project.
- Assisted Purolite with various post-closing matters, such as disciplinary investigations, CBA negotiation, election of employees’ representatives, workplace accidents and dismissals due to reorganisation.
- Advising Open Text on customised advice on a wide range of employment matters.
Popovici Nitu Stoica & Asociatii
Ranging from consultancy on complex employment matters, to labour and employment litigation, the practice at Popovici Nitu Stoica & Asociatii has broad coverage of the market and also offers employment law services pertinent to tax, workplace health and safety, and related white-collar matters. Ioana Cazacu's practice has a strong focus on employment law and she covers compliance matters, collective negotiations and dismissals, trade union relationships, and employment disputes. Cazacu co-leads the department with experienced partner Vlad Neacșu. Bianca Țărăscu and Andreea Asavei are additional key figures.
Praxisleiter:
Vlad Neacşu; Ioana Cazacu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Bianca Țărăscu; Andreea Asavei
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‚PNSA’s employment legal services practice distinguishes itself through a combination of deep expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to client-focused solutions. Potential clients would appreciate that the team has extensive experience in navigating complex employment law matters, offering practical guidance that is both proactive and responsive to evolving regulatory requirements.‘
‚Ioana Cazacu stands out as the go-to expert for employment-related matters. Ioana’s depth of knowledge, responsiveness, and practical approach set her apart from competitors in the field. She consistently demonstrates an exceptional ability to interpret complex employment legislation and translate it into actionable, business-friendly advice. What truly differentiates Ioana is her commitment to understanding our organisation’s specific needs and her proactive problem-solving skills. She is approachable, thorough, and communicates clearly, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and confident in the recommended course of action. Her professionalism, integrity, and reliability have been invaluable, particularly in time-sensitive or challenging situations.‘
Kernmandanten
Akzo Nobel
Ameropa Holding
ALD (Ayvens)
Auchan & Leroy Merlin
Brisk Group Consulting & Development
Bunge
Cameron Romania
The “Lycée Français Anna de Noailles” Foundation
Medtronic
North Highland
SAP Romania
SLB
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- Advised ALD Automotive throughout the merger with its former competitor LeasePlan, covering the employment side of the entire process.
- Advised Romania Education Alliance on the acquisition of a majority stake in Little London International Academy.
- Advising a French industrial group on the employment side of a local investigation into a whistleblowing complaint against the general manager of the local subsidiary.
Reff & Associates SCA
The practice at Reff & Associates SCA covers the full range of matters across labour and employment law, but is particularly well regarded for its assistance with post-M&A matters, including transfer of employees and TUPE transactions, HR due diligence in the context of M&A deals, and restructuring processes. It is also engaged on core labour law matters, including litigation, by major domestic and international companies. Florentina Munteanu leads the department and is well versed in transaction structuring, dismissals, and mutual agreement separations. Gabriela Ilie is a frequent advisor on transfer of employees in the context of the transfer of undertakings and reorganisations. Ana-Maria Vlasceanu supports on the full range of matters.
Praxisleiter:
Florentina Munteanu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Gabriela Ilie; Ana-Maria Vlasceanu
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‘Their expertise and insights have proven highly valuable to our organisation. A core strength lies in their proactive willingness to assist and their enthusiasm for engaging in complex projects, consistently delivering business‑focused solutions with speed and precision.’
‘Dedicated and motivated. True professionals.’
‘The team has proven professionalism, expertise, and dedication throughout our collaboration. Their guidance was clear, strategic, and deeply informed by a thorough understanding of employment law.’
Kernmandanten
IKEA Romania
Stanley Black & Decker Romania
Logicom Information Technology Distribution
Betfair Development
Motorola Solutions Romania
MHP Consulting Romania
Blik Romania
IWMS Outsourcing Services
Caterpillar Financial Services Poland Sp.Z.O.O.
Carrier Chladici Technika Cz Sro Praga, Sucursala Bucuresti
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- Advised a renewable energy industry client on the posting of employees.
RTPR | Radu Taracila Padurari Retevoescu SCA
Cross-border matters frequently feature in the slate of work for RTPR | Radu Taracila Padurari Retevoescu SCA's labour and employment practice, which has a fruitful partnership with the A&O Shearman network of firms. The firm has a diverse client base of both international and domestic companies, and work covers contentious and advisory matters. Alina Stăvaru leads the practice, advising on collective actions, and leveraging M&A expertise in related employment matters. Her team includes Cezara Urzica, a specialist in employment law with a broad practice, and Diana Dimitriu, a regular member of teams of counsel to domestic and international clients.
Praxisleiter:
Alina Stavaru
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Diana Dimitriu; Cezara Urzica; Ana Popa
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‘Hands on, expertise, availability, thinking along.’
‘When working with Alina Stavaru and Cezara Urzica they were dedicated, hands on, helping to really understand the situation from multiple angles. And they were fun to work with, which really helps as well in an intense situation.’
Kernmandanten
DoorDash
TRICO WIPERS PLOIEȘTI (part of First Brands Group)
Randstad
Campofrio Food Group Holding
Regina Maria
MidEuropa Partners
Ursus Breweries (Asahi Group)
Intesa Sanpaolo
Kadra
African Industries
AROBS
Profi Rom Food
Lidl
Evryo Power (formerly CEZ Romania)
British American GBS Recruitment SRL
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- Advised DoorDash on a wide range of Romanian employment law matters.
- Advised Trico Wipers Ploiești on the closure of its local production facility and the collective dismissal of its workforce.
- Advised Regina Maria’s management on a complicated rollover of investments and management incentive schemes in the context of its sale by private equity fund MidEuropa to Mehilainen.
Schoenherr si Asociatii SCA
Schoenherr si Asociatii SCA has a strong reputation in the Romanian market with regards to employment terminations, particularly collective actions; restructurings; anti-harassment policies; EU and non-EU trans-national postings of employees; and the full range of immigration law matters. The team is headed by Mara Moga-Paler, a seasoned employment lawyer with experience in the full range of contractual advice, collective negotiations, and collaboration with litigators on labour disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Mara Moga-Paler
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‘Really quick with their answers and always professional. Working in the best interest of our company.’
‘I always enjoy working with the colleagues from Schoenherr in Romania because they react extremely fast and provide advice which I can easily work with.’
‘The individuals are eager to provide their helpful advice fast and clear.’
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- Advised a multinational company on a large-scale collective termination matter in the context of its Romanian market exit.
- Assisted an international manufacturing company with a comprehensive job restructuring and job redefining programme for its Romanian subsidiary, as part of a long-term business strategy.
- Advised a multinational producer of technical equipment on drafting and negotiating a collective bargaining agreement on its local subsidiary’s level.
Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law
The dedicated labour and employment department at Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law acts for both international and domestic companies, including several market leaders in their respective industries, drawing on expertise in contentious and non-contentious employment and social security matters. It acts as day-to-day counsel, as well as assisting with employment matters arising from transfers of business, corporate restructurings, and M&A deals. The team is led by accomplished business lawyer Andrei Albulescu. Catalin Roman, who covers all stages of the employment relationship, and ‘standout advisor’ Bogdan Florea, are the additional names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Andrei Albulescu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Catalin Roman; Bogdan Florea
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‘We had the pleasure of working with Stratulat on a complex and time-sensitive project, and the experience exceeded our expectations in every way. From the outset, the team demonstrated a deep understanding of both the legal landscape and our business objectives, offering practical, commercially sound advice throughout.‘
‚Stratulat brings not only legal expertise, but also a true partnership mindset. They acted with integrity and proved to be a reliable, forward-thinking legal advisor. We would not hesitate to work with them again and highly recommend their services to any business looking for sharp, solution-oriented legal support.’
‘What truly distinguishes Stratulat is the quality, dedication, and professionalism of its people. The individuals we’ve worked with go beyond providing legal expertise, they act as true business partners who are invested in our success. Their client-centric mindset, responsiveness, and practical approach consistently set them apart from competitors.‘
Kernmandanten
WORLD CLASS ROMANIA
AERIS COMMUNICATIONS
KIK TEXTILIEN UND NON-FOOD
THOUGHTWORKS
NIELSEN
TECH MAHINDRA
CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL BUCHAREST
COMPLYADVANTAGE
CARGUS
IT GENETICS
SIBS ROMANIA
KITEWORKS
CODA INTELLIGENCE
NIRO INVESTMENT GROUP
JUMBO
CREATOPY
VERACOMP – EXCLUSIVE NETWORKS
CORDEN BIOCHEM ROMANIA
CORDIA
TAROM
TEXMO BLANK
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- Advised Aeris Communications Inc. on managing the employment relationship and documentation following a business transfer signed with one of the largest telecoms companies in the world.
- Advising Texmo Blank group on employment law issues in Romania, including on its approach to, and implementation of, collective bargaining and redundancies.
- Advising Tarom S.A.on the implementation of a spin-off process, including the preparation of all corporate and other related documents, legal assistance related to the transfer of employees in compliance with the Acquired Rights Directive (TUPE) and Romanian labour law, and strategic guidance on employee communications and the consultation/information process with trade unions at company level.
Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss‘ labour and employment department stands out for its support on transactional matters, including staff restructurings after sizeable M&As, as well as reorganisations of regional heavyweight companies. Practice head Adelina Iftime-Blagean draws on her background in corporate, M&A and financial regulatory matters to assist with a range of transactions and projects from a labour law context, including assisting with compliance and personal data protection matters, often with cross-border components. Iona Iacob, Andreea Stan and Costin Salaru are the most heavily involved from a deep pool of non-partner lawyers.
Praxisleiter:
Adelina Iftime-Blagean
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andreea Stan; Costin Salaru; Iona Iacob; Alexandra Radu; Claudiu Ciubotaru; Nina Lazar
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‘They provide good solutions, client oriented with a good level of pragmatism and avoid unnecessary legal verbiage and complications, all in decent English, which is pretty remarkable compared to their competitors. This is exactly what we and our clients are expecting.’
‘Ability to understand complex international restructurings going far beyond Romania and to deliver pragmatic advice and solutions so that the national interests fit in the whole project and not the opposite.’
‘The team is friendly, responsive and has excellent employment law knowledge – they always see the bigger picture.’
Kernmandanten
Saipem
Oracle
Arrigoni
Astellas
Binance
Booking Holdings
Claas
Dow Jones
Emerson
ERM International Group Limited
Equiniti
Ginkgo Bioworks
Goldman Sachs
Hays Specialist Recruitment Romania
IONOS Group
Lidl
Lockheed Martin
MacDermid Performance Solutions Italiana
Monster Energy Company
Nexi Central Europe
Ocean Technologies Group
Rehau Polymer
Bosch
Rocket Software
Sportradar
Sun Wave Pharma
Visa
Worldpay AP
Yazaki
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Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL
Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL collaborates with practitioners in fellow EY network offices to provide employment law advice across the region, with clients benefitting from its complementary tax and immigration services. Anca Atanasiu leads the offering at the Bucharest office and is year-on-year growing the client portfolio. The team assists with reorganisations and collective bargaining, among other areas.
Praxisleiter:
Anca Atanasiu
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‘Whenever we need an analysis, we call on Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL. They are well trained, know the insurance industry and perfectly understand the issues we have.’
‘We have been working alongside the employment team at Bancila, Diaconu si Asociatii SPRL for several years on a wide range of employment-related matters, and they consistently demonstrate a deep understanding of complex employment law issues. We highly appreciate their clear communication style and proactive, solutions-focused approach. They demonstrate true professionalism and continue to be an invaluable partner for us.’
‘Working with Anca Atanasiu has been a truly positive experience. She stands out for her strategic insight and attention to detail, offering advice that is tailored to the client’s needs and pragmatic. Her approachable manner and responsiveness ensure that any issues are addressed quickly and thoroughly. Her nuanced understanding of the employment landscape makes her a highly effective advisor and trusted collaborator.’
Kernmandanten
Cisco Systems Romania SRL
Allianz-Tiriac Asigurari S.A.
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- Advising Cisco Systems Romania on all labour-related topics.
- Advising Allianz Tiriac Asigurari SA on a re-evaluation of its workforce business model.
BNT Gilescu Valeanu & Partenerii
BNT Gilescu Valeanu & Partenerii has a particularly strong presence among domestic companies from an eclectic mix of industries. Its labour and employment practice has a strong track record in litigation, while also providing a number of clients in heavily-regulated industries with day-to-day compliance advice. Practice head Iuliana Dinu is well versed in labour disputes, as well as restructurings and employee transfers. Adela Fara-Trion leads the offering at the firm’s Timisoara office.
Praxisleiter:
Iuliana Dinu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Adela Fara-Trion; Petunia Enciu; Madalina Stoican; Ioana Apostolescu; Andrei Balan
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‘The team from BNT is super fast, available, takes care about any concern, explains legal issues so that they are also understandable for a foreign person – especially Iuliana Dinu is supporting and helping as fast as possible, helping and explain how to solve issues.’
‘The very in-depth knowledge about the local legal framework, the wide experience BNT has in dealing with various clients and specific topics, the ability to have a clear and easy-to-understand approach and the quick reaction time in providing clear and comprehensive support makes the cooperation with BNT smooth and simple.’
‘Honest, clear and direct communication; broad perspective and good knowledge of the industry; short reaction time; quick availability; great support in urgent situations even under huge time pressure.‘
Kernmandanten
Rail Cargo Group – Part of OBB Group
DXC Romania
Parexel Romania
PayPoint Services (InnovaGroup)
Field Star
Meggle Romania
595 Solutions
Funcom Romania
BSH Romania
myStromer AG
Stryker Romania
TK Elevator Eastern Europe GmbH Viena, Sucursala Bucuresti
Alkaloid Bucharest
Konforza A/S
Games & Leaves GmbH
Hellman worldwide Logistics
Nordex Food Romania
management4health AG
Polifim Romania
Freedom Mask
Spedition Services S.R.L.
Vecar Om Est S.R.L.
Autoliv Romania S.R.L.
Iwis Mechatronics S.R.L.
Hexing Technologies Europe S.R.L.
Elma Electronic Romania S.R.L
Techplast RO Solutions S.R.L. (former NTI Plastic S.R.L.)
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Buzescu & Tomescu SPRL
A number of international companies at the top of their respective markets look to Buzescu & Tomescu SPRL for day-to-day employment law support regarding their operations in Romania. Individual employee contractual issues and collective bargaining matters are among the regular issues handled. Corina Papuzu leads the practice group, with experienced partner Adrian Tomescu being the key name for litigation and transactional matters with labour components.
Praxisleiter:
Corina Papuzu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Adrian Tomescu
Kernmandanten
Travelport
Tupperware
Canam Group
Finastra
Danfoss
Algolia
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- Advised Travelport on putting in place internal regulations, professional evaluation procedures, disciplinary procedures, and issuance of warnings.
- Advised Algolia on activities rendered through a temporary work agent and related implications.
- Advised Tupperware on the termination of the employment contracts of employees following the closing down of its local subsidiary in Romania, preparing the relevant drafts for the implementation of the respective procedures.
CMS
Across the firm’s core sectors of activity, which include financial services, retail, energy, life sciences and real estate, CMS' Bucharest office assists with the full range of day-to-day non-contentious employment matters, as well as working with its seasoned litigators on labour law disputes. Joint practice heads Horia Draghici and Cristina Popescu both have longstanding, broad commercial law practices, with the latter also acting in litigation. Ruxandra Georgescu is a key dedicated employment lawyer to note.
Praxisleiter:
Horia Draghici; Cristina Popescu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ruxandra Georgescu; Alexandra Voinia
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Dentons
Major employers from across Romania’s tech, life sciences and manufacturing sectors seek labour law advice from the team at Dentons' Bucharest office, which provides day-to-day support, as well as assistance with ancillary issues, such as immigration, cybersecurity and GDPR. Argentina Rafail has a broad employment, corporate and compliance practice, and she co-leads the team with experienced partner Tiberiu Csaki, who focuses on redundancies and employment litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Tiberiu Csaki; Argentina Rafail
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Simona Radulescu
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‘The staff is knowledgeable, flexible, professional and also very pleasant to work with.’
‘Great work, always welcomed. Reply with expertise, speed and kindness.’
‘Clarity and precision in advising on legislative changes, such as the implementation of new labour formats or compliance with EU directives.‘
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GNP Guia Naghi & Partners
Both individual and collective employment issues are handled by GNP Guia Naghi & Partners, where the practice spans recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, reorganisations, and dispute resolution. Reflecting market trends, the team has also recently supported a number of businesses in aligning their compliance frameworks with EU rules. Practice head Gabriela Dinu is an employment law specialist with a strong track record in business transfers. Violeta Geru is the employment law litigator to note.
Praxisleiter:
Gabriela Dinu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Violeta Geru
Kernmandanten
DELHAIZE „THE LION“ NEDERLAND B.V.
AHOLD DELHAIZE TECHNOLOGIES
MEGA IMAGE S.R.L.
ZENTIVA
OLX ROMANIA
ROCHE ROMANIA
COALITIA PENTRU ECONOMIA DIGITALĂ
Wolt
Ashling & Partners
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- Assisting Zentiva with a restructuring project involving the transfer of distribution activities within the Zentiva Romanian group.
- Advising Delhaize „The Lion“ Nederland B.V. on the employment-related aspects of the transfer of 87 retail stores as part of a competitive bid process subject to clearance by the Romanian Competition Council.
- Advising OLX Romania on the internal investigation of sensitive workplace harassment and discrimination allegations.
Laurentiu, Laurentiu & Asociatii
Laurentiu, Laurentiu & Asociatii is the standout Cluj-based business law firm, and its offering in labour and employment law is instructed by a number of domestic heavyweight companies with bases in Transylvania, as well as multinationals. Recent work has spanned complex reorganisations, strategic exits, and sensitive disciplinary processes. Achim-Sorin Razoare is the lead contact, with Ioana Romana Laurentiu also standing out as a key name.
Praxisleiter:
Achim-Sorin Razoare
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ioana Romana Laurentiu
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‘It is always a pleasure to recommend LLA. Their ingenuity in navigating seemingly rigid regulations and their profound mastery of legal concepts have always impressed me. They are also excellent negotiators, highly empathetic, perceptive of the other party, and incredibly persuasive.’
‘LLA’s lawyers have convinced me time and time again of their competence. On employment matters, I have mostly worked with Achim-Sorin Razoare and his team. What I appreciate most about him is his admirable work ethic. He is responsive and diligent, and it feels like no task is too overwhelming for him. His outstanding organisational skills ensure that he crafts a manageable and realistic action plan regardless of the deadline. He is also intelligent and well-versed in the law, giving you the sense of being in very capable and dependable hands.’
‘My 12-year partnership with Laurentiu, Laurentiu & Associates has been continuously rewarding. What I appreciate the most is their versatility and their dedication—indeed, their obsession—with perfection. They eagerly embrace any challenge, regardless of its complexity, and you can always count on them to deliver with both speed and thoroughness. Their deep legal knowledge and beautiful minds are major assets and make their advice invaluable. I wholeheartedly recommend them for their exceptional service and expertise.‘
Kernmandanten
Steelcase SRL
Telenav Software SRL
Biz Hub SRL
De Meeuw International BV
E-Cablaje SA
BigBrother Auditing SRL
Remarkable Group Romania SRL
Polus Real Estate SRL
Amera Tower SRL
Arex FM SRL
Open Fields Foundation
Tora Trading Services SRL
Robin Good SRL
X Acquisition Partners SRL
Justrocket CLJ SRL
CyberSolutions Tech SRL
Foundation Heks/Eper Romania
Life is hard SA
Omnievents SRL
Premium Business Advisory SRL
Telios Care S.A.
Caia Med Aesthetics SRL
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- Advised CyberSolutions Tech SRL on its collective redundancy and corporate wind down.
- Advised Steelcase SRL on a workforce mobility operation involving cross-border business visa support for Indian nationals from external consultancy and technology partners.
- Advised Life is Hard SA on structuring and launching its management stock-option plan.
Leroy si Asociatii
Leroy si Asociatii is one of the longer-established independent firms in Romania, and its clients include notable banks, retailers, pharmaceutical companies, and major energy groups. A multidisciplinary team assists with management restructuring, compliance audits, employee transfers, immigration issues, and disputes. Transactions-focused managing partner Bruno Leroy oversees labour and employment matters, with Mara Dosinescu being a key contact for employment matters such as restructuring procedures and employee transfers.
Praxisleiter:
Bruno Leroy
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mara Dosinescu; Andreea Bibu; Roxana Palade
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‘Multilingual and very responsive team. Provide background and broad view when answering a question.’
‘Mara Dosinescu is a great professional, who also provides reminders and follow-up on the answer given.’
‘The practice is a boutique practice not only by name but also by the customer experience that they offer. It was easy to build a relationship based on trust ’
Kernmandanten
BNP PARIBAS PERSONAL FINANCE S.A. PARIS SUCURSALA BUCURESTI
LVMH (Louis Vuitton)
CEVA Logistics
Reckitt Bankister
Alvest Equipment Services
INTACCT DEVELOPMENT ROMANIA (SAGE GROUP)
SOMAREST
BOOKING HOLDING
Central Europe Technologies – IT SSC
CROMA PHARMA ROMANIA
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- Assisted LVMH (Louis Vuitton) with both strategic advice and day-to-day HR documentation, with a strong focus on risk management and operational implementation.
- Assisted CEVA Logistics with the drafting of legal opinions relating to health and safety at work training, and non-wage benefits in Romania.
- Advised Reckitt Bankister – RB Hygiene Romania on ensuring compliance with Romanian labour legislation and supporting the company in managing both individual and collective employment relationships.
Popescu & Asociatii
Popescu & Asociatii‘s employment law group functions as an important component of its comprehensive business law coverage. The offering is overseen by three of its standout partners: Dana Bivol is an accomplished litigator with experience in a range of labour law cases for multinational clients; Loredana Popescu is a well-regarded real estate lawyer with experience in a range of employment matters, including business transfers; and Anca Simeria assists with matters relating to financial transactions. Mirela Cazacu is also active in this area.
Praxisleiter:
Dana Bivol; Anca Simeria; Loredana Popescu
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mirela Cazacu
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‘Popescu & Asociatii stands out through its combination of deep legal expertise and a very pragmatic, business-oriented approach.‘
‚The team is highly responsive, always available to provide clear and effective guidance, even in complex and time-sensitive matters. What sets them apart compared to other firms is their ability to anticipate risks and propose solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable.‘
‚Collaboration within the team is seamless, with each lawyer bringing strong technical knowledge and a proactive mindset.’
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Suciu - The Employment Law Firm
Employment law and data protection boutique Suciu - The Employment Law Firm stands out for the expertise of founder and employment practice leader Andreea Suciu. Admired by a swathe of clients, she is well versed in labour and employment matters on an international scale and excels in litigation, collective bargaining, and post-merger integration, among other areas.
Praxisleiter:
Andreea Suciu
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‘I like the very personal touch and Andreea Suciu really understood immediately the details of the request. What I appreciate most is her pragmatic approach – always balancing out legal requirements and business needs.’
‘Practitioners are professionals with relevant experience in the field, solid know-how, as well as being calm and very pleasant persons.’
‘Excellent responsiveness in understanding the client’s needs and situations, with the ability to offer more than one solution to problems and guide the client toward the one with the best cost-benefit balance.’
Kernmandanten
Kindred Group
Frigotehnica
Strabag
Skanska
ID Logistics
Ewopharma
Christof Group
QIAGEN
Boehringer Ingelheim
Chiesi
Accesa
Sick
PlanRadar
Tufin
Inter-Spitzen
Vienna Insurance Group
Kuka
TIAB
The Infuse Group Limited
Computacenter Services
NOA Group
MAYER & CO Beschläge GmbH
Kremsmueller
Wirquin
SIG Combibloc
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- Advised Kindred Group in Romania on the implementation of its group-wide redundancy process.
- Advised Kremsmueller on a high-stakes executive termination and a broader corporate reorganisation plan.
- Represented Inter-Spitzen before the Court of Appeal in a case involving a claim of unlawful dismissal brought by a former employee.
Voicu & Asociatii
IT sector clients can be confidently directed to Voicu & Asociatii for employment law advice, where seasoned lawyers assist with advisory and pre-litigation matters, litigation itself, and employment support in conjunction with M&A deals. Leadership of the team is shared between corporate lawyer Marta Popa and the compliance-focused Raluca Mihai. Vlad Irimia and Diana Dunca are also names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Marta Popa; Raluca Mihai
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Vlad Irimia; Diana Dunca
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‘This firm stands out due to its deep expertise, client-focused approach, and collaborative culture. Potential clients would value the team’s strong problem-solving skills and proactive mindset.’
‘The lawyers from this law firm have exceptional expertise, integrity, and dedication. Their ability to build strong client relationships and deliver tailored solutions sets them apart from competitors.‘
‚I’ve especially valued Vlad Irimia and Marta Popa for their proactive approach, strong legal expertise and teamwork.’
Kernmandanten
Genpact
Bilfinger-Berger
Capgemini
Deutsche Telekom
Metro Digital
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Zamfirescu Racoti Vasile & Partners
Zamfirescu Racoti Vasile & Partners is a reliable choice for labour and employment counsel, drawing expertise from various complementary practice areas to assist a client base of multinationals. Matters span the range of advisory work and M&A support, as well as disputes, drawing on the firm’s extensive group of litigators. Catalin Micu leads the department and excels in restructurings.
Praxisleiter:
Catalin Micu
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‘I have been working with Zamfirescu Racoti Vasile & Partners for seven years and Catalin Micu and his team have always had a professional attitude and have always supported us in a swift manner when the situation asked it.’
‘The team is very well prepared, very professional and easy to reach out to.’
‘Very good specialists, very prompt in their responses, they quickly understand the case, even in niche situations, they have a very well trained and diversified team, able to offer solutions to various cases.’
Kernmandanten
UniCredit Bank S.A.
Patria Bank S.A.
Deli Group S.R.L.
Nemo Investment Vehicle S.A.
Menzies Aviation (Romania) S.A.
Nepi Investment Management SRL
Pirelli Tyres Romania S.R.L.
WNS Global Services (Romania) S.R.L.
Project1 General Contracting S.R.L.
Luxoft Professional Romania S.R.L.
AWP P&C Saint-Quen, Bucharest Branch (Member of Allianz Group)
Compania de Navigație Fluvială Română Navrom S.A.
Pro Fiduciaria S.R.L.
Phillip Morris Trading S.R. L.
Metaminds S.A.
JTEKT Bearings Romania S.A.
Dynamic Parcel Distribution S.A.
ROMCIM S.A. (A CHR COMPANY)
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- Advised UniCredit Bank Romania on employment law aspects in relation to the merger between UniCredit Bank S.A. and Alpha Bank Romania S.A.
- Advised Patria Bank in managing a disciplinary investigation concerning an employee occupying a key position within the company.
- Advising Menzies Aviation Romania on all employment and labour law aspects of the company.