Leading Associates

Firms To Watch: Leading firms

Founded by Andrei Jizdan, Jizdan & Partners LLC handles legal and taxation issues for an array of clients, particularly within the IT sector.

Leading firms in Moldova

Gladei & Partners

Gladei & Partners adeptly handles corporate and commercial mandates for large technology clients such as Google and Microsoft. Further strengths of the firm are in M&A and financing work for commercial banks, government institutions and international investment companies. Roger Gladei has expertise in advising on legal reforms and drafting legislation in addition to offering legal counsel to government authorities. Iulian Pasatii is an expert in commercial mandates alongside real estate and construction work. Valeriu Cernei handles the dispute resolution practice and compliance issues. Irina Cernei provides additional support on matters pertaining to financial services, tax and dispute resolution.

Praxisleiter:

Roger Gladei; Iulian Pasatii; Valeriu Cernei


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Irina Cernei


Referenzen

‘Gladei and Partners firm’s uniqueness stems from a combination of expertise, client-centred approaches, and innovative practices that distinguish it from others.’

‘Iulian Pasatii – is highly transparent and can simplify complex legal jargon. Iulian tailors his approach based on the client’s unique needs and goals.’

‘What I value most is their practical approach and extensive experience, which enable them to provide the highest quality service to businesses in Moldova.’

Kernmandanten

EBRD


The World Bank


BSTDB (The Black Sea Trade and Development Bank)


EFSE (The European Fund for Southeast Europe)


Proparco, France


Google


Apple


Microsoft


Insight


Docasposte SAS, France


UniCredit, Italy


Blackstone, USA


Raymond James, USA


Generali Insurance, Slovenia


Zimmer, Germany


Kaufland


Ericsson


Strabag, Austria


Zurich Insurance, Switzerland


Vienna Insurance Group, Austria


Horizon Capital, USA


Thales DIS, Finland


CertSign, Romania


Vetropack, Switzerland


QSI International School of Chisinau, USA


CEFTA Secretariat


OTP Bank, Hungary


Moldova-Agroindbank, No.1 bank in Moldova


Moldindconbank, No.2 bank in Moldova


Victoriabank, No.3 bank in Moldova


OTP Bank Moldova, No.4 bank in Moldova


BCR – Erste Group, Moldova


ProCredit Bank, Moldova


Doverie Holding, Bulgaria


HEIM Partners, UK


Microinvest, Moldova


Mogo Loans, Moldova


INOKS Capital, Switzerland


Business Travel Group, USA


Peace Winds ONG, Japan


Creative Associates International, USA


Etsy, USA


Vesco, Ukraine


InterEuropa, Slovenia


MET International, Switzerland


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted as Moldovan counsel to the buyer on the acquisition of the UK-based software development and digital services specialist Amdaris, with Moldovan business.
  • Provided Moldovan law advice on a cross-border financing.
  • Advised on a loan and credit guarantee to MAIB.

Schoenherr Moldova

Schoenherr Moldova demonstrates strength in M&A alongside restructuring and insolvency procedures as it aids large commercial corporations in moving both in and out of the Moldovan market. Further capabilities include handling energy projects, debt enforcement and IP mandates. Vladimir Iurkovski leads the firm’s corporate and M&A, dispute resolution, and regulatory practices. Denis Lefter‘s expertise is of similar focus and he plays a supporting role on several matters including some notable foreign disputes. Andrian Guzun is an expert in criminal law and real estate projects.

Praxisleiter:

Vladimir Iurkovski


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Andrian Guzun; Denis Lefter


Referenzen

‘The team is set up well. My requests are timely addressed and if anyone is on holiday/busy, a substitute is quickly identified/allocated. Essentially, we are happy with Schoenherr Moldova’s team and their client policies.’

‘Mostly we work with Vladimir Iurkovski, who is always there to help and assist. The level of experience he has is very impressive and we are satisfied with his input. Additionally, we would flag Andrian Guzun, who is helping us with labour and regulatory matters.’

‘Business-oriented – straight to the point. ’

Kernmandanten

Banca Comerciala Romana S.A


LABORATOIRE INNOTECH INTERNATIONAL


Rovio Entertainment Ltd (Finland)


FUNDATIA SCOLII AUSTRIECE IN REPUBLICA MOLDOVA


Vetropack Holding Austria


KARPOWERSHIP GLOBAL


Farmasi Cosmetics


iO Digital


Driehaus Trust


Bursa Romana de Marfuri SA


Amma Import Export GmbH


Medtronic Group


Aileron


OMV Group


Erste Bank AG


HSBC BANK


Starlink


Software Mind sp.z.o.o.


US Embassy in Moldova


Austrian Embassy in Moldova


Kontron AG


Takeda Moldova


Toyota Group


Enpact


Globalization Partners


Grid Dynamics


Rubezhnoye Cardboard and Packaging Mill


Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation


T1 Solution


Lego Group


Stork International GmbH


Erste Bank


Petrom-Moldova


Purcari Winery


Vetropack Chisinau SA


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Banca Comerciala Romana S.A. on the sale of its local subsidiary in Moldova
  • Advised Takeda Group on its complex exit from the Moldovan market.
  • Representing Erste bank in Moldovan courts and during enforcement proceedings in relation to recognition and enforcement of two foreign judgments in Moldova

Turcan Cazac

Turcan Cazac has a strong focus on the banking and finance area and is particularly skilled at negotiating loan transactions, finance facilities and insolvency work. The firm also has capabilities in dispute resolution and M&A mandates in additional sectors including energy and aviation. Alexander Turcan leads the team with his corporate and commercial expertise alongside dispute management for clients ranging from transnational corporations to foreign governmental agencies. Octavian Cazac also heads the group, leading finance projects, M&A transactions and PPPs. Additional support is provided by Vadim Taigorba, who handles both secured and unsecured financing issues as well as specialising in aviation law. Vladimir Palamarciuc is also a key contact, with special expertise in banking and finance, e-commerce and litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Alexander Turcan; Octavian Cazac


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Vadim Taigorba; Vladimir Palamarciuc


Referenzen

‘Turcan Cazac is the leading business law firm in Moldova.’

‘Vladimir Palamarciuc is a brilliant partner with an impressive international network.’

Kernmandanten

Apple


Microsoft


Citibank


Alibaba Group


Meta


Tencent Holdings


Siemens


Procter & Gamble


BMW Group


Lukoil


Bayer


Airbnb, Inc.


Booking.com International B.V.


Lear Corporation


Metro AG


OTP Bank Nyrt.


Société Générale S.A.


ING Bank N.V.


Renaissance Securities (Cyprus) Limited


TransGaz S.A.


Banca Transilvania S.A.


Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO)


Western NIS Enterprise Fund (WNISEF)


European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)


European Investment Bank (EIB)


Nordic Environment Finance Corporation (NEFCO)


Gedeon Richter Nyrt


UnifiedPost Group S.A. (UPG)


Grid Dynamics Holdings Inc.


LinkedIn Corporation


Deloitte


Eurotransgaz SRL / Vestmoldtransgaz SRL


Gemeni SA (Rogob Group)


Argentem Creek Partners


Citigroup and WOOD & Company Financial Services, a.s.


DAWAA’A Restricted Ltd


Všeobecná úverová banka a.s.


Slovenská sporiteľňa a.s.


Tatra banka a.s.


365.bank a.s.


Československá obchodná banka a.s.


Audimas Supply, UAB


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Vernon | David

Vernon | David regularly handles matters within the financial services sector that involve M&A, commercial contracts and regulatory issues for both commercial banks and non-banking financial institutions. Further to these capabilities, the firm is well-reputed for its dispute-resolution expertise. The group is overseen by Sergiu Bivol, who has a focus on commercial and corporate law and specialises in M&A and real estate transactions. He also handles both local and international litigation and arbitration matters for corporate clients and individuals. Roman Ivanov closely supports the team in handling banking and finance mandates alongside regulatory and IP practices. Ion Capatina and Sergiu Besliu strengthen the team with expertise in arbitration and commercial litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Sergiu Bivol; Roman Ivanov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ion Capatina; Sergiu Besliu


Referenzen

‘A very well organized team overall with competent members.’

‘Sergiu Bivol is outstanding. His legal grasp of complex legal issues is great and he always has innovative ideas when it comes to handling legal disputes.’

‘When a situation/question/task is put before the Vernon team, the team is open to identifying the solution needed for the client, it is attentive to details to cover all aspects. From the beginning, they communicate the time required to provide the answer. The deadlines are respected, or even delivered earlier, which offers comfort and the possibility of planning the next actions.’

Kernmandanten

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development


Energbank


Royal Danish Embassy to Moldova


Danish Renewables


IuteCredit Europe SA


Victoriabank


Kaufland


AIG Europe SA


Syngenta Agro SRL (local subsidiary or Syngenta AG)


BackstageIT Group (formerly known as Best4U Group)


CSM Uniform


Agile Partners (local subsidiary of Payall)


Casella Wines Pty Limited


Moldindconbank


Procreditbank


Mobiasbanca-OTP Group


Synek Investments


Euro Finans AB


BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A.


Lafarge Holcim


Nathan Associates


Moldovagaz


Dispute Resolution


Pa&Co International


Victoriabank


Syngenta


Freyrom


Moldovan National Olympic Committee


Sun Communications


ProCredit Bank


Continent (Toyota & Lexus)


Casella Wines Pty


Peace Corp


Purcari Winery


Moldovagaz


Moldovatransgaz


Moldinconbank


Schenker


Jerry Coleman


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Victoriabank S.A. on the acquisition of the Moldovan subsidiary of BCR Romania (part of Erste Group).
  • Assisted Moldovatransgaz with the negotiation of the lease agreement in relation to the entire natural gas network of the country
  • Advising the Government of Denmark with setting-up the Royal Danish Embassy to Moldova

Cobzac & Partners

Cobzac & Partners advises an array of companies from commercial banks and real estate investors to multinational corporations in the pharmaceutical and tourism sectors. The firm specialises in handling restructuring and insolvency proceedings as well as fintech projects and corporate litigation. Daniel Cobzac has expertise in M&A transactions, restructuring and insolvency, and IP matters. Recently promoted partner Ana Iovu is an expert in fintech, real estate and M&A. Elena Vintea is also a key contact, working primarily in capital markets and banking and finance.

Praxisleiter:

Daniel Cobzac; Ana Iovu


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Elena Vintea; Alina Gaja


Referenzen

‘Cobzac & Partners is recognized for its proactive and client-focused approach, consistently ensuring that client needs are met with exceptional responsiveness and legal expertise. The firm stands out due to its deep understanding of various industries, which enables it to deliver practical and innovative solutions tailored to each client’s circumstances.’

‘The lawyers at Cobzac & Partners are not only highly skilled in their respective fields but also prioritize building strong relationships with clients, enhancing trust and communication throughout the legal process.’

‘Cobzac & Partners stands out in the legal market due to its comprehensive expertise and client-centric approach. The firm is uniquely positioned to handle a wide array of legal matters, particularly in corporate law, insolvency, M&A, and public procurement, making it a go-to resource for both local and international clients.’

Kernmandanten

European Union


Reinvest24


Sebo Credit


Nestle


Onur


Mikro Kapital Company


Ecofinance Technologies


Axioma Factoring


Iute Credit


Moldova-Agroindbank


Moldindconbank


Victoriabank


Eximbank


Vetropack Chisinau


AS Mintos Marketplace


Asconi


47th Parallel


Fertco


Cirro Global


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented REINVEST24 OU, a real estate company from the Republic of Estonia, which granted several loans to a group of construction companies from the Republic of Moldova, in the accelerated restructuring procedures four of these companies have entered into, engaging in actions detrimental to the Estonian creditor.
  • Advised Star Entertainment GmbH regarding the legality of the Tour Agreements concluded between Star Entertainments GmbH and Organ Hall of the Republic of Moldova.
  • Represented CB Eximbank JSC in a review procedure submitted to the Supreme Court of Justice by the Governmental Agent of the Republic of Moldova.

Dolea & Co

Dolea & Co has a strong focus on litigation mandates, owing to the expertise of Sorin Dolea, who has a wealth of experience in domestic and international arbitration proceedings. Cornelia Furculita is an expert in international trade law and has experience in matters concerning EU commercial policy, international investment and environmental law. Igor Dolea and Ion Graur are also key contacts.

Praxisleiter:

Sorin Dolea; Ion Graur; Igor Dolea; Cornelia Furculita


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Marina Rau


Referenzen

‘Sorin Dolea has been an amazing local counsel helping us navigate through anything we need and understand local particulars. With his prior Freshfields experience, he delivers high-quality work in a way clients are used to from major international firms.’

‘I would characterize the Dolea & Co team by professionalism, maximum responsibility and diligence, punctuality and cooperation between team members. It is appreciable that the team includes lawyers with expertise in various fields: arbitration and litigation, fintech, electronic commerce, white collar crimes, financing and capital markets, cybersecurity, intellectual property, which means that the team will find suitable solutions for any legal problem.’

‘We had the opportunity to work with Dolea Sorin, who is attentive to details and focused on the results desired by the client. His deep knowledge and his work experience, including outside the borders of the Republic of Moldova set him apart from other lawyers in the country.’

Kernmandanten

Park Avenue Capital LLC


Ecobase


Nussed Global


Moldova Stock Exchange


WEE SWEE TEOW LLP (Singapore)


Aromintlux – Impresario wines (Moldova)


AGA Lawyers (Ukraine)


RTI Rotalin Gas Trading AG (Lichtenstein)


Rotalin Gaz Trading SRL (Moldova)


Baker McKenzie LLP (Austria)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented as a local counsel alongside Baker McKenzie as international counsel RTI Rotalin Gas Trading AG and Rotalin Gas Trading SRL in a $60 million Energy Charter Treaty arbitration against Republic of Moldova, before International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).
  • Representing Park Avenue Capital LLC, a US company focused on the technology sector, in several pending and parallel litigations and arbitrations before Moldovan courts and Swiss arbitration seated in Zurich.
  • Assisting Ecobase, an Estonia-based company working with landowners across Europe to develop forestry carbon projects, in its negotiations and partnership agreement with Moldova’s State Forestry Agency, MoldSilva.

PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal

PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal provides integrated legal and tax solutions to its clients, along with a strong offering of contract management and regulatory guidance. Ruxandra Târlescu has vast knowledge of the international corporate tax field. Ilona Panurco heads the legal team in Moldova with proficiency in handling regulatory issues and PPPs.

Praxisleiter:

Ruxandra Tarlescu; Ilona Panurco


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Vlada Pulbere


Referenzen

‘The team has deep expertise. Their recommendations are always complete and comprehensive. The response time to inquiries is very fast.’

‘Ilona Panurco is distinguished by her openness, decency, and high level of emotional intelligence.’

‘A truly competent team, always ready to counsel, find solutions and help no mater the complexity of the issue.’

Kernmandanten

Vetropack Chisinau JSC


Transportation Eastern Europe LLC


The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)


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Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law

Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law is a multi-practice firm with a focus on corporate and commercial transactions. The firm regularly handles contract management, compliance work and due diligence reports for investment and M&A projects. Sabina Cerbu is an expert in commercial and regulatory law, with wide experience in drafting shareholder and licensing agreements for clients. Marina Balta has expertise in banking and finance, labour law and tax issues.


Praxisleiter:

Sabina Cerbu


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Marin Balta


Referenzen

‘Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law have demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, and responsiveness, particularly in handling last-minute changes. They have consistently met all contractual obligations and executed their responsibilities promptly and efficiently. ’

Kernmandanten

Paysafe Holdings Limited UK


Lindsay Irrigation Solutions


Sanelen DENT LLC


Ministry of Environment


PQ Hosting Plus


Na Pali SAS


Digrenta LLC


LE BURO


ERICH JAEGER


SterileCo


Atlas Technology Solutions Inc


National Commission for Financial Markets of Moldova


Promosfera


NCSoft Corporation


Kinder’s Holdings Inc.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Lindsay Irrigation Solutions on preparing the corporate due diligence report to assist in evaluating the proposed acquisition of at least 45.07% of the share capital Pressl Instruments GmbH (the Target Company) covering Moldovan jurisdiction.
  • Advised Na Pali Sas on the termination of distribution relationships with local distributors.
  • Advised the National Commission for the Financial Market of Moldova to draft 6 Regulations as secondary legislation of Law no. 181/2023 on crowdfunding, and also ensuring the transposition of relevant EU Directives and EU Delegated Regulations.